I personally feel that when I bring up a legit issue I'm concerned about that it's often perceived as "causing drama". I've learned that I have to step back as soon as a mod gets defensive, and there are some (past and present) that can get defensive very quickly. Getting defensive is a bad sign, it means whatever issue I have is being brushed off. So then I start getting frustrated and feel helpless, which then turns into getting mad at PO. Then I don't want to be as active. I've seen this cycle with many other loyal, long time members. Quite a few have decided PO was not worth the headache and have moved onto other forums, and I really doubt they will be back.

PO has too much value for me on the poker funds side of things, I'm not going anywhere. But the cycle I've mentioned above has definitely made me pull away from the social side of PO in the past. I've learned when I need to redirect my frustrations before I become mad at the mod world, and I would like to think that I get along with all of them now and I want to keep it that way.

The more I'm around though, the more I realize how much is expected of the mods and how little power they have in some areas. They are in a tough position, and I really don't want to cause them any trouble.