Civility Here

[ghost999]

now this is just IMHO, but on a different board they had moderators getting on to people, pming them whatever, for just putting one or two words in all capital letters. does this make any sense.

[luvdiznee]

Agree this is a great board, even for disagreements. I'm a member on another board and when you disagree with someone who seems to be in "their group" they just get downright nasty towards you. I only post on certain areas of that board but I read some of those nasty posts in this one area. They get pretty bad. So very nice to have Intercot to come to. Especially for important issues.

[mickey&missy]

I totally agree!This is the best board!

Why should we argue!? We all have at least 1 thing in common, our love of disney! I think mostly everyone on this board realizes that someones opinion is exactly that, an opinion, and yours might be different. But, that doesn't mean either one is wrong or right.

[TikiGoddess]

I think Intercot really reflects the Disney philosophy. It has a little bit of escapism to it -- when I'm on this board I rarely think about my other problems, just like at WDW. After our New England meet, I can safely say that our members are just as nice in person! And now I can't wait to see how great everyone is at the Oct. gathering!

Cheers, all. To the nicest place on the internet!
TikiG

[Christine]

Ummmmmm - being big, blue and hairy I'm sure you realize when you enter another site you're subject to the Decontamination Chamber upon reentering INTERCOT.

"2319!!! We have a 2319!!!"

You're both wrong.

[PirateLover]

I have to say unfortunately that I've being seeing a little more over-the-top sarcarsm or mean-spirited posts on Intercot lately, BUT I think the reason that they stand out to me so much is the fact that it is so rare to find that type of post here. I registered for about 3 boards when I was looking to plan my first WDW trip without my parents. It took me a few months to work up courage to post a few times here, and even after then I didn't post again for almost another year. I haven't posted on any other boards because they are just so nasty sometimes. Here on Intercot you see the same topics again and again and people are still willing to answer them with the same enthusiasm as they did the first time around, or else gently direct you to a previous thread, rather than lambaste you for daring to repeat a question.
OK I guess I'm done now.

[dolphinmickey9170]

Oh the memories, I haven't heard "lambaste" in years.

Anyway, I agree that this is THE BEST place on the internet. I can't imagine a day without Intercot.

[DisneyorBust]

Fortunately, Intercot was the first, Disney-Fan site that I found. I have since found a number of other sites, thankfully I took the time to review and read some of the posts. Downright nasty at times, just mean at other times.
I have only joined one other discussion forum, they are very similar to Intercot in how the folks (members and Moderators) interact.
For me, the only daily stop for Disney discussion is right here on Intercot.
A big THANK YOU! to all of the Moderators and staff for all of their time and effort in keeping this the best site on the internet.

[Spaceship Tigger]

I definitely agree that whenever there is some hostility among people here on Intercot it really stands out because it happens so infrequently. I stick with Intercot because it is the most well-moderated board, even though it is not the largest.

I don't like the other big WDW boards because they tend to be a bit of a mess...

[ghost999]

I definitely agree that whenever there is some hostility among people here on Intercot it really stands out because it happens so infrequently. I stick with Intercot because it is the most well-moderated board, even though it is not the largest.

I don't like the other big WDW boards because they tend to be a bit of a mess...

i couldn't have said it better myself.

[sleepingbooty]

I think the moderators and long time members get the credit for setting the tone. Every once in a while, you'll see a topic get a bit heated, but the mods are always on the ball about toning it down and even closing a topic. And frequent posters will often try to steer topics back in the right direction and remind people not to get personal. After you've been here a while, you pick up on the positive vibe that is kept going. I think people who like a more edgy environment don't stick around too long. Or they learn to tone it down for the sake of civility. Its a good thing, because for some reason it can be a little nervewracking posting for the first time. I guess its like walking up to a group of kids at school, you just want them to like you!

[Carol]

I don't like the other big WDW boards because they tend to be a bit of a mess...

And very hard to read. Big signature photos, flashing this and thats. Makes my eyes bleed trying to find the text.

Bigger isn't better - just a lot more cluttered and chaotic.

[DisneyDudet]

I find that I'm nicer on the boards than I am in real life!

I like being right... and I'm usually right on here... so... yeah .. why would I not like Intercot!?

You all are wrong.. I am right.. how's that for hostility!?

Anywho... this is the best discussion group I've ever seen on the internet, Disney or not.

[Marker]

Overall, I absolutely agree that this is a very friendly board. Over the almost 7 years I've been a member, I have gotten tons of valuable information from the folks here. I've played some games, gotten and sent well wishes, and gotten into some fairly spirited discussions.

However, I have to admit, that in more recent times, it sometimes frustrates me that I sense negativity. Now understand, I'm not talking about opposing opinions, or honest comments. I don't expect or want people to just blindly agree, and love, anything and everything Disney. But sometimes it feels that people are LOOKING for something to complain about, or being critical just for the sake of being critical, not to critique.

This is absolutely the best Disney board in existence.... I just hope it stays that way.

[GrumpyFan]

I agree with what everybody else is saying, Intercot is the best, most civil Disney discussion board I've found. I was on another board, that I won't name the other day, reading a thread and someone was cussing about why the topic was in the wrong forum, and that the mods needed to move it! Totally unnecessary!

Intercot was the first Disney board I registered with and it remains one of the first places I check everyday and post to frequently!

Thank you John and all the moderators and members who help maintain a clean and fun place to talk about Disney.

[big blue and hairy]

I find that I'm nicer on the boards than I am in real life!

You all are wrong.. I am right.. how's that for hostility!?

[pedro2112]

The reason that you feel things are more civil around here is that I haven't been posting much lately...

[Polynesian Dweller]

No board of any type better than Intercot Its due to everybody's efforts, moderators, users, and the fact most posters recognize that its OK to disagree. First, board I feel comfortable being a particpant on, not just a reader.

[Tink&Goofy]

I think we can all thank the wonderful Moderators for giving us those gentle reminders from time to time to keep it friendly. We are all entitled to our opinions and we all seem to respect that.
Time for a big group hug

Intercot has the best moderators around! They keep everyone line - and occassionally add some substance to the discussion .

[CandleontheWater]

This board really is awesome. I've been on some others, but I really feel like this is a community. I think because its a little smaller you can get to know people by screen name and avatar and I'm sure that helps cut the nastiness factor. Oh that and we all rock!