(Paranoia)

I think that one of the reasons why I find it difficult to run a board is the whole "paranoia" thing. When people don't show, it's almost always about them not liking me or being angry with me... about me being "the bad guy".

I know that it's partially my paranoia, but even knowing that doesn't change the way I feel.

"Lurkers" are plotting.
When people don't reply it's because they think I'm wrong and/or stupid.
When people don't post topics or reply to mine they don't care what I think or feel about things.
When people post too many topics they're just trying to be the center of attention.

Whether it's online or off, the whole paranoia thing can be pretty debilitating.

I wish I knew how to make it go away.