Instant K4rma said:
Not really. I just feel a lot more comfortable speaking on the internet, though. My opinions and views aren't necessarily any different, I just have an easier time explaining and portraying those views and opinions online.
Me in a nutshell.
Sacman said:
To an extent... I talk a lot and share my thoughts to people I don't know online... something I would never even think about doing... or if I do think about doing it my low self esteem just reminds me, "They don't care what you think, just sit there and try not to look stupid this time... I can't count how many times you've sounded like a complete idiot talking to that girl you fancy so much..."
Surprisingly enough, the internet has actually sort of helped boost my self-esteem. I used to never talk to anyone, I was that weird kid who sat in the back of the room just watching people. After having lots of online acquaintances (and plenty of enemies), I have become much more outgoing and talkative IRL. I used to creep out most people, but now I have plenty of friends from all age groups, mostly guys (I'm in high school, ell oh ell) but what the hell do you want from an unattractive, out of shape, pencil thin, pale white, et cetera et cetera? As much as I feel (and sound, I'm sure) egotistical about saying this, I have been asked out a few times this year as well.
I'd say that you should finish stating your thoughts rather than stopping because you're afraid to sound stupid. Having the balls to speak your mind is all that I ever needed.
OT: I dunno, sometimes. :/ I can say things that I wouldn't normally say in real life; I, for example, am a closeted bisexual. I'm still working up the courage to say it out loud, but I can say it on the web with no problem. As for personality traits, I am more patient on forums and things than in real life. I never try to annoy people, but if they try to annoy me, I practically spit in their face. I'm also angstier on the Internet... pretty sure of it, anyway.
