This one got me thinking about when I started posting in the forums. It was about 5 months after I joined. Never gave it much thought but it got to the point of looking at pics and msg was boring. A freind recommended that I try the forum and I was hesitant. It does take some getting use to. By that I mean learning how to read different styles of writing, finding the forums that are interesting to you and understanding the LPSG culture. And yes there is a certian culture.
Don't be afraid to voice your opinion but do it in a respectful way. With that said don't let people walk over you either. I myself have been called a troll, still can't figure that one out, but the point is at times someone may try to push your buttons for whatever reason. I find for the most part that the majority of people here are enjoyable and funny.
As a side note what's funny is I hardly ever look at pics anymore.