chocolate-chip chooky Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Another thread got me thinking. When board members change their username, sometimes it's still really obvious who they are. Other times, not so much. So, I'm wondering what our identifiable characteristics would be? I think it would be a mix of writing style and also topics discussed. I think that no matter what my username is, I'd still be somewhat recognisable as me because I always: - join topics about Australia - post photos of my wildlife - join topics about accelerated education and early uni pros and cons - use dot points - use my favourite emoji 🌻 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 I don't know if I'd be super memorable. I think I'm the only regular poster in New Jersey so that would help. Also running a science center, and my signature would probably be a clue. I'm pretty sure I'd be able to pick out Regentrude, Dmmetler, and Ktgrok even if their names changed. A couple others I may suspect but would probably not be certain. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyoffive Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 I have never been successful in this. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 You could just do a search for “Can I get the recipe for that?” And then you’d find me. 6 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 I think y’all would surely know it was me. 🤨 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocolate-chip chooky Posted March 28 Author Share Posted March 28 30 minutes ago, Wheres Toto said: I don't know if I'd be super memorable. I think I'm the only regular poster in New Jersey so that would help. Also running a science center, and my signature would probably be a clue. I'm pretty sure I'd be able to pick out Regentrude, Dmmetler, and Ktgrok even if their names changed. A couple others I may suspect but would probably not be certain. I don't think I'm particularly memorable or interesting or anything, but I've realised that I'm likely pretty predictable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 12 minutes ago, mommyoffive said: I have never been successful in this. I'm not either. I have a tough time keeping certain users straight already. If anyone changed, I'd be completely lost. I'm already impressed with members who really seem to know people so well here (and I feel guilty that I don't). But I'm in awe of those who figure out people's new names! 7 minutes ago, Drama Llama said: You could just do a search for “Can I get the recipe for that?” And then you’d find me. LOL I don't think anyone would figure it out if I changed. There are very few things I post here that would be unique or memorable enough and I don't think I have a strong personality/presence. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinball Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Earlier this week, right here on this forum someone claimed *I know who you are* about me. It was seriously creepy and it felt like a threat. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 3I think almost all ,my names somethingChris. I finally changed from TransientChris to TravelingChris. . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 36 minutes ago, pinball said: Earlier this week, right here on this forum someone claimed *I know who you are* about me. It was seriously creepy and it felt like a threat. I have had people threaten me as well. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 I think if any of us talk about our lives we would be recognized. A few never tell anything much about their lives but still have a unique voice. Like @Catwoman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 56 minutes ago, Kassia said: I don't think anyone would figure it out if I changed. There are very few things I post here that would be unique or memorable enough and I don't think I have a strong personality/presence. You're probably the nicest person here, @Kassia. That would definitely be a huge clue. 🙂 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 Some people who change their usernames for more privacy do substantially change how/what they post. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 I’m not sure if people would recognize me or not now that monolith guy seems to have stopped decorating, but maybe? 4 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 55 minutes ago, Scarlett said: I have had people threaten me as well. That's terrible. 😞 43 minutes ago, Pawz4me said: You're probably the nicest person here, @Kassia. That would definitely be a huge clue. 🙂 Aw, you seriously made me tear up. I love this forum and feel so fortunate to be part of this community. But I never feel like I do *enough.* I see other people on here more often who give more support, better advice, etc. and I feel inadequate. I've received so much here and want to give back. I especially feel guilty when I'm short on time and can't give people the attention I want to - especially if they are coming here for support. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyoffive Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 2 minutes ago, Kassia said: That's terrible. 😞 Aw, you seriously made me tear up. I love this forum and feel so fortunate to be part of this community. But I never feel like I do *enough.* I see other people on here more often who give more support, better advice, etc. and I feel inadequate. I've received so much here and want to give back. I especially feel guilty when I'm short on time and can't give people the attention I want to - especially if they are coming here for support. Don't feel guilty. I think everyone does their own thing to support people and that is what makes getting support from here so great. Some people are great with words, advice, some are great at finding answers, or they have experience in that area, some are funny (which always helps), and some have amazing memories. I feel like we cover all the bases when we work together! 10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 13 minutes ago, Kassia said: That's terrible. 😞 Aw, you seriously made me tear up. I love this forum and feel so fortunate to be part of this community. But I never feel like I do *enough.* I see other people on here more often who give more support, better advice, etc. and I feel inadequate. I've received so much here and want to give back. I especially feel guilty when I'm short on time and can't give people the attention I want to - especially if they are coming here for support. What are you talking about? You are one of the best things about this forum! We need you. I'll be honest and say that I am not good at recognizing people, but I'd probably be going around thinking "So sad that Kassia is gone, but that new Aissak is sooo nice! I'm glad she showed up!" 3 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 Just now, Drama Llama said: I'll be honest and say that I am not good at recognizing people, but I'd probably be going around thinking "So sad that Kassia is gone, but that new Aissak is sooo nice! I'm glad she showed up!" As soon as Aissak said she hated soup, you'd say "Ah-ha! That's Kassia!" 1 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 Just ask about snakes.... 6 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 10 minutes ago, Kassia said: As soon as Aissak said she hated soup, you'd say "Ah-ha! That's Kassia!" True. I still don't get it. You seem so lovely and normal. Maybe you just need to try jambalaya soup. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 31 minutes ago, Kassia said: That's terrible. 😞 Aw, you seriously made me tear up. I love this forum and feel so fortunate to be part of this community. But I never feel like I do *enough.* I see other people on here more often who give more support, better advice, etc. and I feel inadequate. I've received so much here and want to give back. I especially feel guilty when I'm short on time and can't give people the attention I want to - especially if they are coming here for support. You stand out to me as one who is so supportive. I feel inadequate compared to YOU, lol. 🙂 My problem is I never know what to say even though I feel so deeply about things that get posted. I’m the same IRL, too. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 20 minutes ago, Kassia said: As soon as Aissak said she hated soup, you'd say "Ah-ha! That's Kassia!" I need to start a post to find out why you hate soup. 😂 3 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 I would talk about bushfires, Australia, or whatever random event is going on in the world and give myself away in no time. I’m also quite slack about grammar and spelling on the forum. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 3 hours ago, Terabith said: I’m not sure if people would recognize me or not now that monolith guy seems to have stopped decorating, but maybe? If you wanted to hide you'd have to change Obama's name too! 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 5 hours ago, Kassia said: There are very few things I post here that would be unique or memorable enough and I don't think I have a strong personality/presence. Sometimes it is easy to link people to usernames by health issues posted. 3 hours ago, ScoutTN said: Some people who change their usernames for more privacy do substantially change how/what they post. I agree. If I bother to change my username, I would change my avatar at the same time and change what I post. @Ausmumof3 however, if someone has time and want to figure out what someone’s new username is, search for old threads and look at the username attached to the likes. Then confirm by checking the profile. I think the profile list previous usernames. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brittany1116 Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 I am too new to be known but I think I could pick out Lori or 8filltheheart by their posts. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 4 hours ago, Arcadia said: Sometimes it is easy to link people to usernames by health issues posted. I agree. If I bother to change my username, I would change my avatar at the same time and change what I post. @Ausmumof3 however, if someone has time and want to figure out what someone’s new username is, search for old threads and look at the username attached to the likes. Then confirm by checking the profile. I think the profile list previous usernames. Oh yes. I think if you wanted to completely “rebirth” yourself you’d need to make a new account with a new email. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 I think I would still be recognizable. Even if I was trying to do so on the down low I would eventually slip and someone would say, "Hey, that sounds like Kidshappen." I have successfully followed some people through name changes, others probably not and then there are some where I wonder if a poster used to be someone else or I know they were but I can't remember who. It's much harder for me if they change their avatar because I am a visual person although I can manage it if they have a particularly stronger presence like when Scarlett changed hers. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 12 hours ago, Kassia said: I'm not either. I have a tough time keeping certain users straight already. If anyone changed, I'd be completely lost. I'm already impressed with members who really seem to know people so well here (and I feel guilty that I don't). But I'm in awe of those who figure out people's new names! LOL I don't think anyone would figure it out if I changed. There are very few things I post here that would be unique or memorable enough and I don't think I have a strong personality/presence. I struggle too, but I bet I’d spot you! So many things you share, I think sounds like we are very similar on a lot things. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 (edited) I might be able to identify between 5 to 7 individuals by posting style or subject matter. But, for the most part, I'd just be lost and confused. I don't think I post enough to be remembered or recognized, but some of you have genius level memories and pattern recognition skills, so I could be wrong. Edited March 29 by fraidycat 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 Also, if I wanted to hide, Sid would have to hide, too.... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 59 minutes ago, fraidycat said: I don't think I post enough to be remembered or recognized, but some of you have genius level memories Some people are so good that I've wondered if maybe they take notes on the more active members to keep everyone straight and *know* them better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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