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Long timers have seen SO MANY people get erroneous info from coaches (such as using kale in place of lettuce) that sometimes we just get straight to the point in replies.
There are also different levels of IP training. My coach is a region rep and has all the advanced training. She STILL calls IP frequently with questions.
Originally Posted by lisa32989
It sounded pretty factual and straightforward to meLong timers have seen SO MANY people get erroneous info from coaches (such as using kale in place of lettuce) that sometimes we just get straight to the point in replies.
There are also different levels of IP training. My coach is a region rep and has all the advanced training. She STILL calls IP frequently with questions.
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Sometimes it is really hard to interpret tone or meaning on a discussion board, so I always just assume the person has good intent and is trying to be helpful. I think IPN was doing just that.Originally Posted by KookySuki
This WAS a great thread, but it has severely deteriorated. I'm over this conversation and the pettiness. I came to this website for support and ideas. I don't need another coach or doctor. I guess I'll use Pinterest for ideas and get my support from friends/family rather than a website. I didn't think the threads were monitored by the IP police.
So many coaches make up their own rules that don't fit within the IP guidelines - some of which are just so far off base it's not even funny. People on this board who have been on IP for a long time really try to help those who are getting advice that is wrong and could really hurt a poster's losses.
I don't think anyone was trying to be "IP police" rather trying to make sure that people get the most out of the diet (i.e. lose weight the fastest, healthiest way possible). I have gotten so much support and information here, you just have to remember that these are words on a page and you can't see or hear the poster. In my opinion, it helps to always just assume the person is trying to be supportive and helpful.