#rules of conduct

[muddyorbsblr]

i completely forgot that i have the first entry to 'rules of conduct' ready to go, so i'll upload that tomorrow while i'm still working on part 3 of 'the final Lady Sharpe'

imma give y'all this tho…

now i say this is a 'collection' but really i have no ideas right now on where else to put this particular pair of blorbos so…if you have any mundane scenarios you'd want them to put a smutty spin to, feel free to send me an Ask and i'll put it into the writing queue 💖🫡

[marmota-b]

THIS

I have my kneejerk topics, too. They're not social justice topics, which may make me feel a bit superior in that context, but that's rubbish.

And yes, please, always treat everything said by strangers online on good faith FIRST. That's such a basic tenet of kindness and conversations that don't immediately take a nosedive. It's no wonder everyone is at one another's throats these days if "innocent until proven guilty" is exchanged for "guilty with no room left for proving innocence." Most of us online are strangers accidentally wandering into foreign spaces unaware of the unwritten rules, in this context.

Actually, I think this does link in with a wider conversation that I have been thinking for a while Tumblr maybe needs to hear.

There's a common meme on this site now that no one here has any reading comprehension skills. The best one is, of course, the original "No offense but reading comprehension on this site is piss poor/How dare you say we piss on the poor" post, which gave rise to the nickname "pissing-on-the-poor website". There's also the "I like pancakes/How dare you say waffles are terrible" one. Both of these are great, because they're silly jokey ways to show two closely related phenomena that are probably the commonest ways to fail a reading comprehension check.

The first is someone reading certain catchphrases or buzzwords in the post, and based on their own biases or prior experiences or whatever else, their brain simply fills in what it reckons the poster is saying on the topic. Instead of reading the rest of the sentence and digesting it, the reader then just uses their assumption as the interpretation, and reacts to that.

The second is closely related, because it also uses biases and prior experiences to to interpret the post, but rather than ignoring what the OP is actually saying, it instead performs a series of gymnastic leaps to construct a whole new assertion on the OP's behalf that simply isn't there.

There's also a third, of course; that one is people being so eager to feel smug and superior over someone they perceive as Bad that they wilfully assume the OP is stupid or being serious when they're actually joking. And if the reader hadn't been so blinded by their desire to get to look down on someone, they'd have seen the very obvious tells, sometimes even including sentences like "Obviously this is a joke." (I think we have all seen examples of these. Also, in a bid to avoid as many reading comprehension fails here as possible, this does not include misunderstandings borne entirely of neurodiverse struggles to parse intentions; but, neurodiverse people are just as likely as neurotypicals to have ego play a part in their misinterpretation of others, and that is what this point is about.)

And the thing is... actually, we are all capable of any of these. I imagine a sizable chunk of people reading until this point were probably thinking "Lol, yeah, people are so stupid," but na, nage, I'm not having that. Literally everyone does these sometimes. And it becomes a particular risk when the topic under discussion is something that might brush against an issue that is a pressure point for you, like a social justice talking point that you are forever having to argue with internet strangers about, for example. Your brain holds schemas! And sometimes it likes to pattern match things before it deigns to tell you about its findings! And that can hit you right in the emotions, which if they are strong enough, really can shut down all rational thought.

But. This brings me to the real point of the post.

Because the thing is, we have all saddled up and gone to war under these conditions, or at the very least been strongly tempted to. And a vital skill that literally everyone has to learn, sooner or later, is:

Before you hit 'reply', double check the post to make sure you fucking understood it.

And that does not mean "simply re-read, confirm your bias, carry on." It means, "Is it possible to read this post from the point of view of someone who doesn't intend it the way I've taken it? If I put myself in the shoes of an innocent, could they still have written these words? Is there another interpretation for these phrases?"

And you do have to do this step. You simply do have to. Because if your desire is to 'clap back' and call someone a gargling knobskin made of garbage, fuck me sideways but you must see that it is imperative that you check if they actually deserve that kind of treatment first. You cannot spend your time claiming that we must all choose to be kind and then not bother doing your due diligence before screaming a person's various and assorted bigotries at them. If you misread it, and they were innocent - you are the raging aggressive cunt in this situation.

It does not matter that you reacted from an emotional place of normally having to defend yourself either, by the way. Sure, that makes the quality of your human soul better than that of the average Redditor who just enjoys anonymously hurting people, I guess? But it's also irrelevant. If you messaged someone and called them a misogynist because you performed several mental somersaults and landed on your own sore spot when they meant no such thing, you are the attacker. You owe them an apology. And yeah, sure, you can explain your over-reaction as the product of your normal experiences if you like, but that is only an explanation, not an excuse. You are still the asshole here. You still need to apologise and mean it.

And you could have avoided it if you'd done that due diligence, as you should have. If you're going to take a swing, make sure it's the right target. This was once described to me as donkey people - they don't think, they just kick. This is admittedly a little unkind to donkeys, who always do their due diligence, but I feel it's an apt metaphor.

TL;DR: If you feel moved to angrily reply to something, first make sure you've interpreted it right. Don't be a donkey person. And if you ask for clarification, people are innocent until proven guilty. Ask nicely. If they are a bigot, you can then smelt them for parts.

[pearlsforthesoul]

LIVING by OATH (life swear)

Two people decide to marry. Ages ago it was marked by ceremony that represented a significant change in one’s life. At some point, the people involved decided to make a promise out of it or an oath something that when given is the ultimate marker for any subject, product or deed. An oath was a high commitment to high-ness and a person made a pledge toward that height Marriage oath: Consisting of…

[academicelephant]

I think it's hilarious that the only thing he [God] has to say twice is don't fuck people you're not married to. Thou shall not kill - once, right? Honor the Sabbath - once. Don't covet your neighbor's wife, don't commit adultery - it's the only thing that got two commandments. So like basically don't kill, honor the Sabbath, don't fuck people you're not married to, SERIOUSLY don't fuck people you're not married to! It's the only one that got double billing.

- James Sexton, a divorce attorney (x)

[vakilkarosblog]

What is the rule 8 of the companies rules?

Introduction: In the intricate framework of corporate governance and legal compliance, understanding the specific rules governing companies is crucial. For those navigating the realm of microfinance, Rule 8 of the Companies Rules holds particular significance. This article delves into the intricacies of Rule 8 and its implications, especially concerning Section 8 Microfinance Company Registration,  What is the rule 8 of the companies rules.

Rule 8 of the Companies Rules: A Brief Overview Rule 8 is a fundamental component of the Companies Rules, serving as a guiding principle for businesses. It outlines specific procedures and requirements that companies must adhere to for ensuring transparency, accountability, and overall legal compliance. To comprehend its implications fully, one must explore the context in which it operates.

Context: Section 8 Microfinance Company Registration Section 8 of the Companies Act is designed for companies with charitable objectives or those promoting art, science, commerce, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, protection of the environment, or any other similar objective. In the context of microfinance, entities seeking registration under Section 8 must abide by Rule 8, which delineates the intricacies of the registration process.

Key Components of Rule 8 in the Context of Section 8 Microfinance Company Registration:

Objective and Mission Clarity: Rule 8 emphasizes the necessity of a clear and well-defined objective for microfinance entities seeking Section 8 registration. The mission should align with the permissible activities outlined in the Companies Act.

Comprehensive Documentation: Companies aspiring for Section 8 registration must provide comprehensive documentation that supports their claim of fulfilling the criteria specified in Rule 8. This includes details about the company's structure, functioning, and how it intends to achieve its stated objectives.

Board Approval and Resolution: Rule 8 mandates that companies seeking Section 8 registration obtain board approval and pass a resolution affirming their commitment to the outlined objectives. This ensures a formal acknowledgment and commitment from the company's leadership.

Declaration of Non-Profit Status: Microfinance entities opting for Section 8 registration must explicitly declare their non-profit status. This declaration is a critical element in establishing the company's commitment to serving its stated objectives without a profit motive.

Conclusion: In the realm of Section 8 microfinance company registration, Rule 8 acts as a guiding light, providing a roadmap for compliance and ethical business practices. Understanding the nuances of Rule 8 is imperative for companies aspiring to contribute meaningfully to societal welfare while adhering to the legal framework outlined by the Companies Act. Through meticulous attention to detail and alignment with Rule 8, microfinance entities can navigate the registration process successfully and embark on a journey toward sustainable and socially responsible operations.

[yridenergyridenergy]

Kyo referring to instructions he shared on sukekiyo-online for sukekiyo's shows. He mentions there that we should be polite and explain the way it works to newcomers too, so... I'll translate it for non-sukekiyo-online members too, then?

For Jet-Black Ceremonies, the rules are like before: don't talk, don't make a sound, dress in black, stay seated, only clap after the credits.

For standing/wilder shows though:

Dress as you want, and feel free to act crazy but respectful to the other fans during the songs.

However, do not talk or make a sound at all in between songs, even if Kyo is trying to provoke it.

There is no dress code but Kyo recommends either wearing black clothes or something "crazy".

For the encore, it should only be called as: suke -- kiyo -- sama!

And at the end of the show, do what he's referring to in that Twitter post: say goodbye to people around you (or even greet them before the show) and exchange sweets.

[fjordfolk]

Melis has started policing and guarding around Luna (despite them being superfriends lately) which yknow. Annoying but workable, except

Luna is, of course, the most sensitive fragile soul to have ever lived, so 1 harsh, disproportionate "correction" from Melis and Lunert has decided her life is over and she will just. have to dissolve i guess

[skullzy20]

Do you think the corpus and grineer have protocols to follow if there's ever a tenno on their ship (or just in the area)

[girderednerve]

went to the library staff meeting this morning & once again had a manager tell lower-level staff to be more proactive about managing patron behavior, however a) our patron code of conduct is literally three vague bullet points, b) there is no staff training or job aid offered to suggest how exactly staff should intervene in touchy situations, and c) we are paid minimum wage. why do managers love doing this? it does not work

[saintjasper]

some people are really annoying about having DID, and imo it’s not the people who have ten million introjects and are harmlessly cringe

[kiyosbrokenmirror]

As much as I wish to know more about ore game drv3 I think maybe that's the point.

We have Tsumugi's testimony but how could we prove she is lying or being honest when we cannot see the full truth for ourselves? We cannot understand how much of the characters we see is real and how much is fake because we don't and will never know who they were before the game. it's a game that fundamentally stops you from finding the truth of the characters and the world you have grown to love while also telling you should strive to find it.

[kunosoura]

The worldbuilding combo headspace I’m in right now is contemplating the gundam newtype thing where fantastic powers emerge between humans in the cold void of space to connect them, with a twist of that sort of xianxia/cultivation approach to magic where every culture, school, and society has their own philosophies about how and why they cultivate and use energy, shaped by their histories, environments and values, where you for instance see people living on an icy moon adapt by cultivating an inner heat, or a clan of spacer nomads who have adapted their bodies to surviving a vacuum Add in that Firefly twist of focusing on the fringes and never quite letting the story do more than pass through the wealthy, shiny parts of the setting because there’s nothing I find more boring than scifi stories about officially commissioned spaceship captains working for a government (sorry Star Trek!).

[rolandkaros]

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[augment-techs]

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[clickonmedotexe]

Another small reminder:

Mun =/= Muse. I am not Rex and Rex is not me. And what I do with Rex is not a reflection to how I feel about you or your character personally.

Mind the warnings. I have put a list of warnings on this blog to make sure everyone is on the same page of what you might expect roleplaying with Rex.

Do not godmod. I am the only person who decides what happens with Rex. I am generally very lax with letting Rex get hurt or killed (if its in a way that he can come back from) but I expect to be asked first every time, unless I specifically give you the go ahead otherwise.