Wikipedia:Enjoy yourself
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Essay on editing Wikipedia
This is an Staying cool when the editing gets hot" essay. It contains the advice or opinions of one or more Wikipedia contributors. This page is not an encyclopedia article, nor is it one of Wikipedia's policies or guidelines, as it has not been thoroughly vetted by the community. Some essays represent widespread norms; others only represent minority viewpoints. |
This page in a nutshell: Editing should be enjoyable. Never let Wikipedia become a chore. |
Wikipedia can be stressful.
personal attacks
. Some editors spend most of their time trying to prevent and cool down conflict.
However,
Remember how to remain calm
when editing becomes stressful. But never let Wikipedia become a chore. Never feel like you have to keep editing and discussing for Wikipedia's sake, because you don't.
Further advice
- Wikipedia:No personal attacks ever. No excuses.
- Wikipedia:Wikiquetteincludes the sometimes useful advice "Come back after a week or two".
- Wikipedia:WikiLove reminds us "It's only the internet! Breathe... and relax!".
- Wikipedia:Department of Fun is a great place to take a break and have some fun.
- Wikipedia:Wikipedia is a volunteer service Remember, you're a volunteer and you're not obligated to do anything
- Consider taking a WP:WIKIBREAKto regain your energy so you can edit again.
- Consider retiringif you no longer want to edit for fun.