[pct-l] Private vs Public Journals

[Tortoise]

Keep in mind, if you post your private journal on the internet anywhere; it 
probably really isn't private.

Keep it on your PC; or better yet use pencil and paper.

My $0.02


Tortoise

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Sean Nordeen wrote:
> Since the blog entry posted at hikertown seemed to be posted in response
> to an entry posted at trailjournals, I think some people are not making
> the distinction between a private and public journal when they are
> writing.
> 
> Yes, a journal to put down your thoughts and emotions when going through
> a stressful situation is a good thing.  It can be great to look back at
> that time years latter and remember all that you were feeling at that
> time.  However, such private thoughts should be kept private.  If they
> are ever published, it is best done so after your death by your
> relatives trying to cash in on your fame. :p
> 
> A public journal is indeed just that, public.  The purpose and content
> of a public journal should be different then what you would normally
> journal in private about.  You have to consider how what you write will
> be understood by others.  There are many things that we think or
> judgements that we make that if expressed out loud, can cuase offense or
> anger in others.  Some things are just better off not said in public.
> 
> I think many people would be well served if they kept 2 journals.  One
> online that has been censored and a private one that has all the juicy
> details (despite the howls off some armchair hikers wanted to read it
> all and complain latter). ;)
> 
> Just my thoughts on this matter. -Sean 
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