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1 year, 1 month ago byBorders and Walls are Man-Made | danny brown onWordpress

Hi Maria,
Thank you. It’s definitely becoming more difficult to keep up with everything going on around you, both online and off. And I know it’s not just me finding that – good to take time out and recharge the batteries, for sure.
Thank you for your offer of help, it’s really appreciated and touching.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Hey Danny ~ it’s been difficult to keep up with everything on Twitter. Many tweets can easily miss someone you want to direct a message too.
I, too, am totally surprised that any negativity was directed towards you. I want to reiterate what Mickey stated. If you need help, give some of us a call. This cause will only grow the more we put it out there. We signed up not just to re-tweet and talk the talk…but to walk with you – and to lend a helping hand if and when the need arises.
Take care and feel the love
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1 year, 1 month ago byMaria Johnson onWordpress

Cheers fella. I wouldn’t mind so much if it was an open conversation with both sides allowed to comment; unfortunately some of the criticism has come from moderated blogs where only one side is usually being shown.
And I might just take you up on the Aussie adventure – love your country, backpacked around it for 6 months a few years back and want to return soon. So who knows…?
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Yes, some of our exchanges have been fun, for sure
Perhaps it’s because of the people involved that made it more “surprising”. I’m always the first to advise someone (friends , clients, etc) that being online will always open you up to positive and negative views of you – it’s natural. Yet this is usually from strangers.
I may just take you up on that drink if I’m in Boston – thanks again, Ellis, always a pleasure.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Mate,
As usual, you speak from the heart and this post really resonated with me too. I’ve just been through something similar with personal and public accusations being bandied around about me an my work. I say that if you’re well intentioned, like yourself, the good guys win. So keep it up, buddy – play your own game and don’t let the turkeys get you down.
BTW – if the Canadians won’t have you, come and experience Australia. We love positive people who “have a go” and of course, enjoy a beer. You’d fit in nicely
Cheers, Iggy
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1 year, 1 month ago byIggy Pintado onWordpress

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1 year, 1 month ago byUNICEF & 12for12k | Totally Incorrect onWordpress

Danny,
I was surprised to hear that you are getting such negativity! You are remarkably consistent in your presentation on-line!
You and I have had those awkward moments when 140 characters just doesn’t express one’s humor or other thoughts very well. I’ve always been really touched by how you’ve taken the time to check in with me and clarify.
If you’re going to play big, people are going to react. If you take a stand, people are going to react. Others have said it way more eloquently than I ever could but sometimes people have to bring others down out of smallmindedness or jealousy or other motivation. Let it go. It’s them, not you.
If I may be so bold as to advise you, take the time to relax, re-group, re-charge so you have the energy to remember what is important to you, who is important to you, and why.
I’m delighted that we met on Twitter and I recommend you to others whenever I have the chance. You have an invitation for a drink or meal whenever you visit Boston.
Cheers!
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1 year, 1 month ago byElli St.George-Godfrey onWordpress

Thanks a lot, JD – I seriously think I have to start paying you, I always see your name putting me out there. Humbled and grateful, good sir – have a great one yourself!
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Hey there Mickey.
Wow, how do I respond to this? Thank you so much for such kind and thoughtful comments, I really do appreciate them. You may have hit the nail on the head – spending too much time online and “burning out” that results in missing things.
I’m glad I’ve helped you connect with people (as you have me) – it’s one of the truly great things about the whole community aspect of social media. Here’s to many more.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Danny, you give a darn, and so do I. I love your blog and have subscribed to it. I love to tweet your first-rate articles and spread awareness of your rockstar brand all over the statusphere!
Keep on keepin’ on, you’re doing a fantastic job with this blog! I read it and so do a lot of other people!
Have an excellent weekend!! Rock On!!
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1 year, 1 month ago byJD Ebberly onWordpress

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1 year, 1 month ago byEHayen onTwitter

Danny, no need for the apology!
Sometimes you have to take time for you in order to avoid burning out. I realize that it may be difficult for someone like you (good natured, selfless, big hearted) to stop sometimes and take a breath, but at times that is just what is needed. The people who truly care about you will understand this, and anyone else can take a flying leap (stated with my famous tact – lol).
As for those who have questioned your ethics – clearly they don’t know the first thing about you. It’s a sad fact of life that there are many people in this world that strive to build themselves up by breaking others down. What drives this? Jealousy? Lack of understanding? Unwillingness to take the time to make a difference on their own? I don’t know, but it’s sad (and pathetic) all the same.
You’ve inspired so many people through your blog and Twitter, both with 12for12k and just by being you. Through you I’ve met so many incredible people on Twitter. I’ve learned about issues that move me and I’ve been given the gift of being able to make a difference through 12for12k. I’ve learned what community and engagement mean by seeing you interact with others.
I hope you won’t hesitate to call on me if I can give you a hand with anything. In the meantime, take a breath, focus on what you want (or need) to focus on, and know that there are lots of us out here wishing you all the best. Hang in there!
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1 year, 1 month ago byMickey Gomez onWordpress

Reading @DannyBrown's recent post. Thoughtfully written. I respect him and admire his work #FFhttp://ow.ly/dNgo

1 year, 1 month ago byallenmireles onTwitter

Ha, agreed. But if anyone is easy to like, it’s you.
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1 year, 1 month ago byCaleb Gardner onWordpress

Cheers Caleb.
I can’t help but notice the irony in your latest blog post title in relation to this one – made me chuckle
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Keep up the good work, Danny. Don’t let the haters get you down.
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1 year, 1 month ago byCaleb Gardner onWordpress

Hey there Peter, cheers.
I guess it’s one of the “perks” of our jobs, the visibility factor. There will always be the bad to go with the good. Perhaps it’s dealt with in different ways by different people – definitely a learning curve and educational.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Somebody attacks you online? Bad for them, their words are searchable, visible to anyone. Just because we can use all these online tools doesn’t mean we should or have to. So good on you for standing your ground. Once you start to compromise, it’s a road to mediocrity. Keep your head up and stick on the ice.
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1 year, 1 month ago byPeter Korchnak onWordpress

Sage words, Elizabeth, and thanks.
That’s actually one of my favourite parts of The Tipping Point (not that there are any weak parts). I guess my problem is trying to “choose” the few, without hurting feelings.
That’s the next step, perhaps.
Thanks again, much appreciated.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

I was trying to stay positive…
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

You know, I noticed that quite a bit over the last few days, Mike. Being in situations where family and friends were with each other, yet “not”, what with using smartphones to tweet, update Facebook status, text, etc.
It does seem that we’re being more connected yet less so – something I’ve certainly been guilty of and trying to make amends with.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress

Hey there Drew,
I’m sure there are more than 5 people who think you’re worth reading. And if not, well, we’ll get them there
Cheers fella – it’s been really touching seeing the comments and one of the great things about this thing we call community.
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1 year, 1 month ago byDanny onWordpress