By applying the principles of the Kanjertraining, we can create a parallel on a forum. Negative or disruptive comments can attract attention and grow when other forum members laugh, respond, or reinforce the behavior. By raising awareness about the impact of their reactions and choices, forum members can take social responsibility and choose not to provide "fuel" to negative behavior.
When a shift occurs and forum members opt not to give attention to negative behavior, the norm changes, and negative behavior loses its appeal. This can lead to a more positive and supportive online environment. It is important to promote awareness, education, and positive reinforcement to foster a culture of respect and constructive interactions on the forum. Just as in the Kanjertraining, where we use the metaphor of a motor and a fuel pump to illustrate the concept, the same principles can be applied to the forum context.
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In the Kanjertraining, we learn that whatever receives attention (fuel) grows. Annoying behavior (motor) persists and gains status when people laugh along or join in. We make children aware of the fuel they (often unintentionally) provide to behavior that is unpleasant or disruptive. This helps them develop social responsibility and choose not to provide fuel. In unsafe classrooms, children reinforce each other's negative behavior, seeking popularity or status. Only when children learn not to provide fuel, when the norm changes, negative behavior no longer yields rewards (status, popularity).