[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

scientifically, its called dunning kruger effect.

See posts 9 & 11

[TexaninVA]

Originally Posted by nututv

Better deal with it. The Chicken Little's have been breeding like rabbits for a decade plus. This is what I do, 5 miles out in the gulf, by myself. No other human even in sight including the mainland. No, I'm not staying inside like animal in a zoo.

Is that kayak shark-resistant?

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by mamamia54

Can’t we stop the name calling. Let’s leave that for the “outsiders”, lol!

Not name calling: describing, identifying, diagnosing...

[TexaninVA]

Originally Posted by dsnrbec

Is anyone else getting tired of being labeled “entitled”? It seems like every time I look at any of the various social media posts, someone is accusing me/us of being entitled. I used to think it was outsiders but Villagers are doing it now, too. Just because someone is choosing to do something you don’t agree with doesn’t make them entitled! For the most part, we are caring, giving folks doing the best we can to make the most of our senior years. It’s a stressful time for all of us and we don’t all agree on every issue but let’s please stop the name calling — especially that particular one.

Does that mean we're no longer allowed to call entitled seniors entitled?

[manaboutown]

Maybe the PC police will make using the descriptor "entitled" a crime.

[nututv]

Originally Posted by TexaninVA

Is that kayak shark-resistant?

haha. No, they're welcome to join me anytime and often do. As well as sea turtles, dolphin, sting ray etc. Had a black tip at my 4 o'clock maybe 3 feet away just this past Tuesday evening. They're amazing animals and just beautiful. They are very curious, not aggressive.

[JoMar]

Originally Posted by dsnrbec

OK, I get that SOME people are foolishly putting themselves and others at risk but it’s the broad, sweeping generalizations that are getting to me. There are thousands of us here with faults and shortcomings but I would sure hate to be called an alcoholic just because SOME here overdo it. Just tone it down with the name calling and recognize that MANY of us are doing everything we can. It seems to me that the word “entitled” makes the rounds about everyday now (as in “those entitled Villagers”). We’re all under a lot of stress and name calling doesn’t help the situation.

It has more to do with the behavior then what's posted on here. As we grow, it will, most likely, get worse. The foursome standing next too each other, the people that can't count in the swimming pools, the battle over TP in the paper isle, the person that crowds you in a check out line because they are in a hurry...lot of examples where people's behavior identifies who they are, so it's not name calling, it's identifying behavior and previous posts have identified alternatives but, it's still the same. Pass the salt

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

So......what would you like to call those who do not adhere to the guidelines? Think of another word other than "entitled". OK.....GO!!!

I’ve got several, But I will reframe myself I know I am too.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by dsnrbec

OK, I get that SOME people are foolishly putting themselves and others at risk but it’s the broad, sweeping generalizations that are getting to me. There are thousands of us here with faults and shortcomings but I would sure hate to be called an alcoholic just because SOME here overdo it. Just tone it down with the name calling and recognize that MANY of us are doing everything we can. It seems to me that the word “entitled” makes the rounds about everyday now (as in “those entitled Villagers”). We’re all under a lot of stress and name calling doesn’t help the situation.

Well, if the shoe fits then? If it don’t, then evident they are not directing to you.

[riley2011]

Selfish!

[CoachKandSportsguy]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

See posts 9 & 11

They posted while I was typing. I type and review as my typing skills has deteriorated horribly as I have aged so I didn't see it.

I try not to "pile on" but it was a popular thread at the moment!

sportsguy

[diane reynolds]

Originally Posted by dsnrbec

OK, I get that SOME people are foolishly putting themselves and others at risk but it’s the broad, sweeping generalizations that are getting to me. There are thousands of us here with faults and shortcomings but I would sure hate to be called an alcoholic just because SOME here overdo it. Just tone it down with the name calling and recognize that MANY of us are doing everything we can. It seems to me that the word “entitled” makes the rounds about everyday now (as in “those entitled Villagers”). We’re all under a lot of stress and name calling doesn’t help the situation.

When I think of myself, I am privileged by skin color ---white, and education, and having great parents. Many times those who are privileged, instead of being grateful for their privilege and giving to those in lesser circumstances, take the leap toward entitlement. Like "I deserve (whatever) because I have worked hard." However, what these folks do not acknowledge is the fact that being a male, white, heterosexual, Christian, tall, well educated has opened doors they knew nothing about.

[jedalton]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

So......what would you like to call those who do not adhere to the guidelines? Think of another word other than "entitled". OK.....GO!!!

entitled

[Prince4425]

Uppity!!

[davem4616]

Originally Posted by diane reynolds

When I think of myself, I am privileged by skin color ---white, and education, and having great parents. Many times those who are privileged, instead of being grateful for their privilege and giving to those in lesser circumstances, take the leap toward entitlement. Like "I deserve (whatever) because I have worked hard." However, what these folks do not acknowledge is the fact that being a male, white, heterosexual, Christian, tall, well educated has opened doors they knew nothing about.

WOW, way to throw the guilt around!!!! Bet you were raised Catholic....