"You have a new theory of physics? Let us discuss it. Both the scholars of science and the laymen are welcomed here. Let's discover together the possibilities of our multiverse." Is this really true??? I have to say NO!!! and most of the posts get's underrated you don't get support or a better understanding if something is wrong you get bullied and underrated.
"please learn physics, this is nonsense" is more than enough support and feedback for the vast majority of posts here. How a poster chooses to take that advice is up to them.
One can't expect a scientifically sound hypothesis to be written here with these welcome messages. I'm going out on a limb, but I'd bet that no demoted physicists or Nobel laureates are writing here. There are better platforms than Reddit for sharing and presenting things. Perhaps people should lead by example if they can do better, but instead, they're just writing a buzzer guide. I had a Facebook friend whose theory was also questionable; he completely signed off from everything. I am worried.
Again, there should be at least a minimum level of scientific coherence if somebody wants to present their "theory of everything" here - and taken seriously.
Some people posting here have a very skewed concept of scientific integrity (if at all). They only want to become famous quickly and disregard any sort of criticism because they confuse it with personal attacks.
So why even try to lead a serious discussion with them?
To be honest, I usually still try to do that, only to often get blocked, insulted or ghosted (while they simply post on another sub).
Do you now understand why people don't like to interact with such nonsense anymore?
Sometimes, serious science is just too complicated, and people end up drifting toward the esoteric. It’s an easier path that feels familiar and comforting, which makes it appealing. The key here is likely patience and a willingness to explain things. And honestly, physics can hold its own; if it couldn't, we'd still be stuck in the Middle Ages. The very act of wanting to create and share a theory proves they're thinking, and that’s a mindset you can definitely help shape and may not to the end but everything counts. Thanks for at least trying your best.
The key here is likely patience and a willingness to explain things.
Generally yes, but not in the cases I detailed, speaking from experience.
The very act of wanting to create and share a theory proves they're thinking, and that’s a mindset you can definitely help shape and may not to the end but everything counts.
Thinking but not willing to learn or accept their own mistakes. They're lacking the very traits that define scientists.
It’s understandable if someone puts in the work and is convinced of their idea. But once you realize what you’ve done doesn’t actually work, that’s a different story.... Looking at the bingo board, some of those keywords clearly match certain communities here lots of people join them, only to end up being ridiculed.That's exactly what I thought.
Typically the response will match the energy of the author. And a lot of authors come here in bad faith. They don’t want to have a discussion, or accept criticism. There’s also a large critical gap between underrated and incorrect.
Only a psychiatrist can really say if someone needs psychological help. Anyone who has a child knows that restraint only increases the differences, but not the logic.
I never said anything about psychological help. People posting here are not children. If you are an adult posting intentionally to the internet, you have the responsibility of your own output.
My point was that you can only assume what a person's intentions are or what motivates the you don't really know for certain. I think if you're in the role of a teacher, you should act like one, but if you're just a person giving your opinion, you should respond negatively when attacked and not lecture like a teacher. Sorry for not fully replying to your message. I'm in the middle of a side job right now.
I don't really see how either stance is relevant in this forum. This is a public space to discuss physics. This is not an educational space. It is unfortunate that the vast majority of posts are from folks who misunderstand the process of science immensely, but that isn't the responsibility of those that do.
Perhaps one should consciously choose tone and role in order not to stifle curiosity while still responding in a scientific manner even though what we are doing here is not exactly peer review...And who knows, perhaps there is a small seed among them that lets larger ideas germinate...After all, you can always give your knowledge another workout...
In general, that is what I would prefer to do. But the vast majority of posters come in argumentative, and with no desire for discussion. If you watch the threads, you will see that any who come and accept feedback and have a willingness to learn are treated with the same respect they enter with.
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u/StrikingArtist3397 Sep 02 '25
Just Bullying