Which response gives you a better inner glow? ‘LIKE’ or ‘COMMENT’?
An amazing idea strikes you out of nowhere. You ponder over it for 3 days. Brainstorm over its pros and cons.
Then you pen it down – OK,OK, you keypad it down.
You edit and re-edit.
Is it too argumentative? Too in-the-face? Too shocking?
Too lame? Too mediocre? Too blaaah?
Will my family cringe over it? Will my friends giggle over it? Will I be able to defend the main theme?
You do spellcheck, delete and re-word. You add the apt image after a thorough Google search.
Then you hit the ‘Publish’ icon.
Then you wait. And wait. And wait. And wait for your fellow bloggers response.
LIKES vs COMMENTS – which one gives you more satisfaction?
Is ‘Like’ button a lazy way of saying, ’I follow your blog, but frankly, my dear, I don’t have enough time/ energy/ interest to comment over it”
Does your heart soar by seeing a response of ‘Like’ or ‘Comment’?
What if there was a ‘DISLIKE’ button as well in the blog world? Would you add it to your blog? 
Impractical Dreamer: Sweety Shinde 
Awesome one, very nicely written. And my thumbs up for this. Keep it up.
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Hello
Thank you. Are you a blogger too? I can only see your email id, but no blog details.
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If I like a blog post, I click on ‘Like’.
I comment on a blog post only if I have something meaningful to say or if there is a question to be answered.
I have mixed reactions to ‘Like’s and Comments. Why? Because a ‘Like’ or a Comment could be genuine or it could only be a way for a blogger to attract others to his/her blog.
Some bloggers click on ‘Like’ without even reading the post!
Many bloggers post Comments that are actually ‘Like’s.
Quite a few bloggers post comments only on a reciprocal basis!
I’ve come across some bloggers, including a few ‘star’ bloggers, who’ve agreed vociferously with an opinion expressed on one blogger’s post and have agreed wholeheartedly with a diametrically opposite opinion expressed on another blogger’s post a couple of days later!
I would not welcome a ‘Dislike’ button. If somebody dislikes my post or disagrees with my opinion, I would certainly want him/her to post a Comment stating why (s)he dislikes my post or disagrees with my opinion.
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I agree. If commenting was anonymous, I’m sure there would be many negative comments. Somehow social media has encouraged the evil within human minds to erupt in the safety of anonymity.
Yes, I do get likes within 10 seconds of posting- and I wonder if they even bothered to read a line of it!
Thanx for the participation.
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I would not be impressed by either, my Dear Sweety! I would prefer that the person read it, and reflected on it. 🙂
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Yes, exactly what I’m saying. Sometimes the ‘Like’ comes barely 10 seconds after posting. So I wonder if they have even read the post or clicked like button out of habit!
Reflection, yes, all of us wish our post mirrors somewhere in readers mind and heart. But that reflection would still need an expression- preferably as a comment. A healthy discussion would be the best.
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Both as a catholic priest and as a Preacher, I found that meaningful comments came many times after a very long time! After people had tried out the ideas!
As for discussions, I would allow enquiries, is all.
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You mean in confession box or in blog?
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Your question is not clear, Please. If You are talking about the ‘Discussion’ part of it, it is possible ONLY between those who are Equally qualified. I see very few who would be my equal, to discuss with me!
There are MANY subjects in which I am a veritable Zero. On some things, No discussions. People can Learn. If they Want! 🙂
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No, I meant exchange of opinions in discussions. People love giving opinions. It’s good sometimes, if they give one a fresh perspective. But on the whole, one finally ends up convinced more firmly of one’s own ideas, rather than be influenced by other’s ideas. Don’t you think so?
which are the topics you feel most qualified for?
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Exactly, Sweety! As one crosses the age of even 25, right or wrong, one is convinced of one’s views. Actually at that age they are Mostly wrong! And coming to the so-called discussions with views that are not going to change, they go back with that.
THAT is why I do not ‘discuss.’ WHY discuss? If one is satisfied with one’s views and conclusions on life, the person should carry on. In the so called discussion, they merely try to win the other over to their point of view. Not for me.
Even 40 years ago, We would have found Many who wanted to learn, particularly from their elders. I do not see that now. A modicum of expertise in one field, like the computers, make people think that they know everything there is to know.
As for my fields of expertise… What are they for a Sannyasi?
Over to You. 🙂
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I agree completely. In most things, my mind is made up, but I try to keep an open mind.
Like I was a staunch atheist, but once I came across ISKCON, I found Krishn’s philosophy very livable, practicable and wise. I’m still not completely comfortable with God Krishn, but am malleable enough to acknowledge Philosopher Krishn.
But yes, most discussions and debates are just words and empty words.
Expertise is a dangerous thing to claim. Especially in our field, which expands, changes and breaks new barriers every day.
It is always better to say ‘I’m a learning student’ than to say ‘I’m an expert.’
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Hello, S! Glad to read all that.
Just when We think things are going well, one finds Feet of Clay.
Claim What You Can and What You are Entitled to. If one does more than that, the Powers that Be Can and Will See to it.
I cannot understand What ‘Our’ field you are talking about. I do not see Common ground between us, as far as ‘fields’ are concerned. Nor our Levels.
Honesty is Needed. It has to be to Such a Degree that We should be able to call it: ‘Brutal Honesty.’
I am one who easily believes my fellow Human beings. As one should. Seeing your cover photograph, I had made certain impressions about you. Your subsequent posts are making me question that. I hope you will address this issue with the above mentioned ‘B’ type of Honesty.
Regards.
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Hey, Hello! what happened? You seem distinctly angry at something I wrote.
I went back to my comment to search. Is ‘our’ field your point?
Well, let me clarify, I was speaking in terms of ‘my medical fraternity and co-pathologists.’ That is what I meant by ‘our’.
See, as a trainee student, we were taught to base our diagnoses predominantly on tissue morphology under microscope. Now that I have gone from student to medical teacher, the field has expanded so much that morphology is not adequate anymore.
Now diagnoses goes into molecular level, with genetic markers and chromosomal anomalies deciding many a tumor diagnosis. So I constantly need to upgrade my knowledge to keep abreast of advanced technology.
That is what I meant by ‘being a student always’ and not claiming to be an ‘expert’ (pathologist). I was speaking of my field.
I was not being rude to you.
I have always enjoyed discussing with you on various topics. I definitely wouldn’t want to lose a wise friend based on a misunderstanding.
If there is something else about my comments that has irked you, please be frank and point it out to me. Whatever it is, it was not intended to hurt or insult.
Awaiting your reply.
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I understand You now, my Dear Sweety! Sorry for having been Impatient. I had thought that Your ‘Our’ referred to common fields between us.
…Had gone to Your Facebook page, and saw a photo of a Lady with a small girl, in the profile picture. Is that You? The reason I ask is that I always had an Idea that You are YOUNG person, and I have considered You as a (Favourite!) Daughter. Really. Your sharings on books made me wonder, as You mentioned books of an by-gone era, that of mine.
Glad to have back, my Sweety! …Could not find a Friend’s Req button on Your Facebook page. Pl fix that!
More later. Much Love and Blessings.
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I’m glad the misunderstanding got sorted out.
My FB profile pic has not been updated since quite some time . Yes, that’s me with my niece.
Now she’s a teenager and taller than me. I really should update the pic!
Surprised at absence of friend req button. I got connected to 3 people in last few days. Anyways, I’ll search you and send u a request.
Ahem, I try to remain as young as possible.
Glad to have you back with witty and deep conversations!
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Glad about the FB thing getting fixed. And it IS nice having these conversations with You, Sweety! Love and Blessings. 🙂
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I tried searching you on FB, but yielded no results. What name do you adopt on FB, so I can send a friend request?
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Better Yet, Pl search for ‘Towards a Better World.’ It should also have a pic of mine beside it. Please give it a Like too! 🙂
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i would also include the dislike button with a mandatory comment on why it is disliked
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Hi, Thank you.
Is this Dr Pallavi who used to be from Nair hospital? I can only see your email id, so am not sure.
Yes, even in FB, I’m glad there is no dislike button. As I discussed with another person, anonymity awakens the devil within people. All that suppressed , repressed frustration, anger and dirt comes out, if they think they are safe behind a fake id.
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Interesting topic on comments and likes! I feel Each blogger is entitled to his or her choice where my blog is concerned. I am quite ok with a comment or a like as I consider it a friendly gesture like a hello from friends. Never experienced a ‘dislike’ as yet 🙂
Good post!
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Hello,
Yes, it’s nice to see either of the above pop up into the mail. It’s like a sunny, cheery, ‘Hi!”. Ya, I agree with you.
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I love the like button and I love seeing all the little faces of my friends on a post of mine. It says to me, “Hi, I was in the neighborhood and thought I’d drop in.” Love that. It also lets me see the people who visit me, but don’t have time to stick around and comment. I don’t think it’s laziness, I think it’s a matter of time. If you follow a thousand blogs and most of us do, How in the world could you ever have time to comment on even just fifty or sixty a day. Unless you just don’t have anything else to do, but most of us have a life outside the web. Hope you have a great day and someday maybe you will find something to “like” at my place. 😀
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Yes, that’s true. I only regret that there isn’t enough time to read all fellow bloggers’ posts. There is an amazing amount of good stuff being written an amazing variety of topics covered and many perspectives to. I wish I could let them know my appreciation.
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