redirecting to old threads

Some of those questions -- such as "how do I survive the night shift?" or "should rotating shifts be banned" have already been discussed and discussed. I've written long articles on both topics, and while I may feel like writing another tonight, I may not. If I don't, I'll post a link to the article I've already written. I keep thinking that is being helpful. I had no idea that people thought it was rude rather than helpful. I could easily stop doing it. Is that the consensus?

To Ruby Vee - I won't speak for others, but personally, I do appreciate it when you (and others) post past references. I have cross-referenced many previous posts ad lib. Being computerily challenged, I am not too technically adept at doing searches (I do try), but I can point & click when y'all post links.

So to you and others who also provide links, please continue. And thank you. If some choose NOT to avail themselves of the assist, so be it.

Just thinking --- wonder if there's some inverse correlation between those who diss about being helpfully directed to past posts and their being the same ones who'll be asking for 'help' at work ?!? Hmmm ...

Some of those questions -- such as "how do I survive the night shift?" or "should rotating shifts be banned" have already been discussed and discussed. I've written long articles on both topics, and while I may feel like writing another tonight, I may not. If I don't, I'll post a link to the article I've already written. I keep thinking that is being helpful. I had no idea that people thought it was rude rather than helpful. I could easily stop doing it. Is that the consensus?

NO, Ruby Vee, no, no, please no! Don't stop pointing us toward the goodies! I like those links. I've majorly benefited from at least three links to prior threads that were posted in response to someone else's post I was reading because the topic was of interest.

I love that AllNurses has members who know the history and can point it out so newbies don't need to reinvent the wheel. People can choose to follow just the current thread if they wish for whatever reasons. Options are good.

Thanks, Ruby Vee and linkposters everywhere.

After reading all the previous replies, I do realize some of the intent was from a place of peace. However I do not feel that is the case all the time. In fact, more times than I would like to say when people are looking to vent they are being turned away by their PEERS.

I did say I was the minority, apparently so.

Well, I'm in the minority with you then! When I'm reading a thread and come across the "search it" postings, they hit me like pure catty rudeness. But that's MY perception, which may have nothing to do with the intention.

The only exception to this gut reaction is Esme, but this is probably because she takes the time to word things in a way that clearly relay her intention.

Sorry guys! I often feel like telling people to "go search it!" But don't because of the reaction I have to that particular post response.

I guess my take on all this, after reading through the thread, is that when I feel like typing out a full response to an often-posed query, I will....but to be honest, that's going to be mighty rare. And since links and "the search bar is in the upper right hand corner, enter some key words and you'll find LOTS of info, there's TONS of great info on this site" is an unwelcome response......guess I'll just ignore the post altogether, and not respond at all. Just in case I might be perceived as rude, rather than helpful.

There have been several topics posted in the last few days by the same poster where this has happened. My perception has been that it has not been for advice or help, or even for an intelligent debate on some of those topics...they come across as wanting to get a rise out of others (as evidenced by their responses). The poster's initial responses to other's has been condescending and rude *RubyVee can attest*, therefore setting the tone. Agreed the we are not communicating face-to- face and that requires more thought as to how we come across, but as an above poster replied this site is chock-full of information that can help...even if it is a few years old.

Geeze, all these newbies better stop cluttering up your beloved website with topics that have been talked about to death! I can see why the op may have thought it was rude, because she started a topic and instead of getting original responses, she got what may have seemed to be "annoyed" responses by people on here everyday who seem to know the archives of this site by heart. If you're sick of responding to something, dont respond.

If you're sick of responding to something, dont respond.

You're absolutely right: my guess is that there will be FAR fewer responses to often-asked questions, and FAR fewer resources offered than there used to be.

Hopefully all the newer members will know the wealth of information that has been shared here over the years and are willing to post it all, as those who have posted great info in the past will probably not be posting it again. But that's just my take on it.

Geeze, all these newbies better stop cluttering up your beloved website with topics that have been talked about to death! I can see why the op may have thought it was rude, because she started a topic and instead of getting original responses, she got what may have seemed to be "annoyed" responses by people on here everyday who seem to know the archives of this site by heart. If you're sick of responding to something, dont respond.

Hunh?? Where did that come from? No one has asked "newbies" not to post questions. As all of the original responses have stated, we have for the most part, thought that we were doing a good thing by directing those newbies to quicker answers/responses.

As another member has stated, I will no longer be posting any redirects since they are perceived so negatively. I have never been one to type lengthy answers to often-asked questions since a wealth of information already exists on the subject. So, I'm anticipating some unanswered threads in the near future.

If you're sick of responding to something, dont respond.

I don't disagree; but don't you think it would be more helpful to say "this has been discussed many times, here are some links or try searching XYZ" versus saying nothing at all and make the poster think we are ignoring his/her cry for help?

"Redirecting" may be perceived as rude or catty by some, but, I assure you , the vast majority who redirect are trying to help--not just put someone in their place.