How do you respond to polite criticism?

[bussdriver]

When all else fails, a big stick upside their head works wonders.

 

[Uma]

So far, Most everyone I've run in to are excited that I've switched over to vaping.
An idea, is to carry business type cards, with the links to studies, or the conclusions from studies, however you want to do it, and hand it to them and say "you know, I was just reading about the dangers of vaping" ... If they are truly interested, they'll be happy once they see the studies. If they are truely the typical rumor spreading type person, they will at least have their eyes opened a bit as they click from study to study trying to find a morsel. Here's just one sample of a collection of studies The Ultimate List of E-Cig Studies: Are E-Cigs Actually Safe? *Updated 2/16/14 » onVaping
I believe CASAA has a library too.

 

[beckdg]

I have found that you can't fix stupid.

Polite? The criticism I encounter is still ignorance regardless of tone.

this ^

all damned day

When someone says "Those ecigs are bad for you" I just say "You are right. And they have a tendency to explode. Hold my hand, I want you next to me when it goes off"

thanks. i'll be trying that from now on.

 

[Myxlpyxlx]

Talk sensibly and if that don't work laugh at them.

 

[Ed_C]

As much misinformation as there is out there concerning vaping, I don't really blame people for being misinformed. As long as they aren't up in your face about it and are open-minded about hearing another point of view.

 

[RainbowBabz]

Most of the people I encounter seem genuinely interested in learning more, which is cool. My girlfriend's mom has been a bit ignorant on the subject, but I've been trying to educate her slowly on the subject. Surprisingly she still isn't quite convinced that me switching her daughter to ecigs is for a health benefit, and any time the conversation comes up in front of the girlfriend it prompts her to crave analogs... No fun, but I remember when I was at that stage, and she's actually switching much better than I did so far. All you can really do is try to educate- it's up to them whether they let it sink in or not.
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[dragonpuff]

People around where I live are familiar enough with it that they never ask me what it is anymore. By the time they get around to talking to me they're already vaguely familiar with it and have formed an opinion on it. Fortunately though, most people are supportive or at least accepting of it and are just glad I'm not smoking anymore

So far, Most everyone I've run in to are excited that I've switched over to vaping.
An idea, is to carry business type cards, with the links to studies, or the conclusions from studies, however you want to do it, and hand it to them and say "you know, I was just reading about the dangers of vaping" ... If they are truly interested, they'll be happy once they see the studies. If they are truely the typical rumor spreading type person, they will at least have their eyes opened a bit as they click from study to study trying to find a morsel. Here's just one sample of a collection of studies The Ultimate List of E-Cig Studies: Are E-Cigs Actually Safe? *Updated 2/16/14 » onVaping
I believe CASAA has a library too.

This is an excellent idea unfortunately, most people are not interested in doing their own research if they've already formed an opinion on it it's sad, but people are often very defensive about the things they believe and don't want anyone criticizing that. So this would definitely help with someone who genuinely doesn't understand them and is interested, especially a smoker wanting to quit, but a new anti is unlikely to follow up with any real research.

Like I've always said, opinions are like holes, everybody's got one...

 

[Lurch]

Had a new neighbor moved into the area. Last week we had a neighborhood get-together and she said my PV. She made a comment something to the effect of, "isn't that just as bad as smoking?" I explained the components and what else they were used in (PG, PV, etc.).

She is a little weird, and talks about all of her herbs, and meditation, and other stuff.

Don't think she understood what I was explaining; actually, I don't think she was even listening. I left it and really don't care what she thinks. It keeps me from smoking...

 

[Kim B.]

I'm just curious to see how other people here respond when their vaping is politely criticized in casual settings.

How do you respond to polite criticism in casual conversation?

With polite indifference. I've gotten to the point that I don't feel the need to defend/justify my vaping to anyone.

 

[KODIAK (TM)]

With polite indifference. I've gotten to the point that I don't feel the need to defend/justify my vaping to anyone.

This may sound ludicrous coming from a lazy person but I feel in these matters we are obligated to "right" some misconceptions every chance we get - especially when "they" bring it up themselves.

 

[edyle]

I'm just curious to see how other people here respond when their vaping is politely criticized in casual settings. I know there's a lot of information you can share with someone who is less informed, but what do you say if you only have a minute or two?

Today I was standing in a small group: me vaping, one smoking, and two nonsmokers. One of the nonsmokers commented that "they proved that the vapor from those is hazardous." I said, "how so?" They said that chemicals were found in the vapor. I chuckled a little and said something like, "yeah, nicotine maybe! They haven't found much else. Not like cigarette smoke, there's tons of chemicals in that! This is much safer than smoking." Then the other nonsmoker chimed in and agreed with me, affirming that it is much safer than smoking. The first person backed off, and the subject derailed shortly after. I consider that conversation to be a win for me.

How do you respond to polite criticism in casual conversation?

Smoker to vapor: "They proved that the vapor from those is hazardours"
Vapor to smoker: "They proved that the vapor from THOSE is worse"

The main safety issue with vaping is the batteries, not the vape.

 

[dragonpuff]

This may sound ludicrous coming from a lazy person but I feel in these matters we are obligated to "right" some misconceptions every chance we get - especially when "they" bring it up themselves.

I agree. I personally feel especially obligated because people often know I have a degree in a scientific field and trust my judgement on that basis. I am especially careful how I speak and spread ideas because of that, and when it comes to vaping I feel even more obligated to give my opinion and knowledge because, as they say, I "know stuff."

 

[Kim B.]

With polite indifference. I've gotten to the point that I don't feel the need to defend/justify my vaping to anyone.

This may sound ludicrous coming from a lazy person but I feel in these matters we are obligated to "right" some misconceptions every chance we get - especially when "they" bring it up themselves.

Don't get me wrong KODIAK, I'm more than happy to discuss vaping with anyone who is genuinely interested in the subject, but I no longer waste my time trying to justify my vaping to someone who's obviously already made up their mind based on misinformation and just wants to hassle me about it.

 

[JMarca]

I'm just curious to see how other people here respond when their vaping is politely criticized in casual settings. I know there's a lot of information you can share with someone who is less informed, but what do you say if you only have a minute or two?

Today I was standing in a small group: me vaping, one smoking, and two nonsmokers. One of the nonsmokers commented that "they proved that the vapor from those is hazardous." I said, "how so?" They said that chemicals were found in the vapor. I chuckled a little and said something like, "yeah, nicotine maybe! They haven't found much else. Not like cigarette smoke, there's tons of chemicals in that! This is much safer than smoking." Then the other nonsmoker chimed in and agreed with me, affirming that it is much safer than smoking. The first person backed off, and the subject derailed shortly after. I consider that conversation to be a win for me.

How do you respond to polite criticism in casual conversation?

Eduction is key, if he came off friendly but criticized it he/she probably has been misinformed but hasn't really tried to research the subject. Just try to explain and try not to be arrogant or rude about it, I've accidentally converted people that way.

Then there is the rude criticism, people to stubborn to even listen that think the stuff will kill youno matter what you say. There was this one woman what a pain in the ...., she was all over me about it for a long time but after proving her every "fact" incorrect I finally converted her. She now vapes as well, I would have slapped her but what would our kids say.

 

[cope]

i really like it when people point fingers at other people and say....... like i could care abought their opinions of me.
my solution to this problem is to stand in their midst and fart..theres my opinion of you ...lol

 

[Sekasi]

My stock reply to ignorant comments from smokers is usually 'maybe, but it sure beats dying torturously from lung cancer don't you think'.

Dead silence every time.


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[Orobas]

"Why are you speaking to me?"

I'm not very friendly to being accosted by random strangers.

 

[K_Tech]

The only people that have expressed any concerns about my vaping are either family, friends, or co-workers. To them, I've explained the benefits of vaping vs. smoking.

If a complete stranger got in my business? It all depends on the situation and the stranger's attitude.

 

[tj99959]

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, and that should be respected.

I always thought that religion & politics were the subjects to be avoided.
Now it seems to be religion, politics & e-cigs.

If asked I just say that in the past 7 years that e-cigs have been around, 35 million people have died from smoking, ZERO have died from vaping.

 

[wheezal]

i just say "that's ok, my untreated chlamydia and tuberculosis will kill me off before vaping ever gets the chance" then i cough in their direction for good measure.

then the other people just walk slowly away...and by slowly, i mean at a full running gait.


problem solved!