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Absolutely, ones mental wellbeing is the most important thing. But for this example, I would make a mental note that this could be an area to improve, not write a response like this–which isn't good for your mental health either.

It's important to separate your work from yourself. The user was frustrated by the software, not by you.



> The user was frustrated by the software, not by you.

Well...

> You have made what used to be a good editor into a massive pile of garbage.

I’d say the person is frustrated by both.


Sure, if you read it literally. On the other hand, they're probably angry and writing this sort of thing for venting their frustration.


> they're probably angry and writing this sort of thing for venting their frustration.

Yes but why should the maintainer be obligated to endure that? Just because it's a _human_ thing to do doesn't mean that it's a correct thing to do.


They shouldn't, and I agree.




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