abronymouse

"Should I reply to a reply?" Matrix time!

1) Does the reply introduce a new idea?

• 1.a) No. Refer to 3)
• 1.b) Yes. Does the idea continue a theme within the thread or within other threads?
  • 1.b.i) Yes. Reply.
  • 1.b.ii) No. No reply. Consider a reaction or refer to 3)

2) Does the reply induce an emotional response?

2.a) No. Do not reply. Refer to 3).

2.b) Yes. Do other people need to hear about it?

2.bi) Yes. Explain why. Use suitable emotes sparingly.

2.bii) No. Use a reaction or refer to 3)

3) Hug them! :3