Member psychology - outspoken member who wants to leave but doesn't actually leave

If they are destructive 20% of the time, I’d kick them out. Every time they reappear, and tell them they are not welcome. There’s no shortage of people in the world: they are telling you by their action that they are not a suitable person.

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This sounds like a difficult position to be in if the person is doing exactly what was asked of him but does not wish to be a part of it all.

I am no psychologist however, the individual sounds conflicted. Perhaps they are skeptical or frustrated, I guess you need to ask yourself:

  • Is it worth reaching out to the individual to find out what exactly their reason for wanting to be removed but still wishes to be one with the community?
  • Is this individual looking for validation?
  • Does this individual want to cause harm to the platform?
  • What is this individual looking for in being a part of this community?

Most people do things like this to get a reaction of some sort, perhaps they are looking for more than they let on.

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