Who Are You Calling A Monkey Brain?
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Do you think being called a Monkey Brain is an insult?
Who Are You Calling A Monkey Brain?
Squidoo Headquarters must have some very clever people to come up with the name for this Co-Brand Template using the Duel Module. They say that it is a way for smart people to argue and they say that they really aren't calling you a Monkey Brain but rather just trying to get your attention. It is meant to be for great debates.
Now, some readers might just take offense to being called a "Monkey Brain" even if it is in jest. I think there are at least 3 types of readers that would not appreciate being called a Monkey Brain.
Three Types Of Readers Who May Be Offended When Called A Monkey Brain
1. Little Old Ladies Who Aren't As Cool As Me
If you are a senior and there are a lot of us online, then you might not appreciate Squidoo calling you a Monkey Brain. Most of us seniors were raised to know that it was not nice to call someone a bad name even in fun.
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3. Members of the DMFOM Club
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How About YOU? Do you consider it an insult to be called a Monkey Brain?
Let's hear your view point!
Talk to me. Let me know what you are thinking. Be honest and Spill the Beans!
Hey Monkey Brain, I am talking to YOU!
Do you think it is an insult to be called a Monkey Brain?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byNo, I think it is clever
Ener-G says:
Well, that name certainly gets the debates going doesn't it? (which serves its purpose)...I guess I'd rather be a monkey brain then a donkey brain.
Posted October 23, 2011
EMangl says:
since there are plenty of people out there who have less intelligence than a monkey, it could be read as compiment
Posted October 23, 2011
JJNW says:
ROFL...oh how funny! Yes, I suppose if I were DIRECTLY called a Monkey Brain...but I am a bit amused by the controversy and activity it causes on Monkey Brain pages.
Posted August 23, 2011
Ruthi says:
I think it's a catchy co-brand! My monkey mind flits from thought to thought, so it suits me just fine.
Posted August 16, 2011
dogface says:
I think it's an insult to think that it's an insult to be called a Monkey Brain. Monkeys aren't that bad, are they?
Posted June 15, 2011
Bus_Stop_Toy_Shop says:
I've been called plenty worse things - doesn't bother me in the slightest.
Posted April 19, 2011
jim says:
what on earth does monkey brain mean anyway!!!!!!
Posted March 08, 2011
Lockerlover says:
I think it's funny to call somebody a weird yet funny name without swearing. Ever since I read it, I literally lol'd! It's so clever. It's better than hey, poopoo head. (or is it?) jk. (or am I? Very sneaky...)
Posted February 06, 2011
s says:
na though monkeys arent as dumb as u think
Posted November 11, 2010
jptanabe says:
There are much worse things to be called, and many animals that are nowhere near as smart (or cute) as monkeys.
Posted October 10, 2010
calendarsblog says:
I hadn't even thought of it as a possible insult, so I guess I'm fine with it. I'm not sure I think it's clever though. Just alright.
Posted October 10, 2010
Yes, I don't approve of name calling
glennyboi says:
it's funny :)
Posted August 25, 2011
frugalfurguy says:
Yeah. It's an insult. And it's meant to get one's attention. There's risk involved, as the end result isn't that readers lose their dignity. So actually I don't fit either the category "No, I think it's clever" or "Yes, I don't approve of name calling." I'm saying it's an insult and it's clever. As to name calling it depends on the context and how it's done.
Posted March 19, 2011
COUNTRYLUTHIER says:
I waffled and then, I decided I might lose control of myself in real life if I was called monkey brain.
Posted March 07, 2011
The-Java-Gal says:
I was turned off by the name, but hey, I love Squidoo, so I am used to it. But my concern is like yours, OhMe. I wonder how many people outside of the Squidoo community would not see the humor, and actually be offended. But of course, I am one of those seniors you mention earlier.
Posted November 05, 2010
fanfreluche says:
Name calling is offending, no matter how funny it can seem
Posted October 10, 2010
KarenTBTEN says:
I'd rather it be called something else. I have put some duel modules on lenses but haven't used the template.
Posted February 23, 2010
Pastiche says:
It's WAAYYY better than banana brain, which is what one coworker called me years ago. But I don't like name-calling in general. It gets close to meanness oftentimes.
Posted February 02, 2010
Sylvestermouse says:
I know it is just for fun, but I don't really like the name. Guess I am just a monkey brained old lady online who happens to really like cute monkeys:)
Posted February 01, 2010
Norma_Budden says:
I remember the first time reading a MonkeyBrain lens and gasping in shock at reading, "Hey Monkeybrain." I wondered where the heck someone got the nerve to call me such a name. :)
I'm the type who calls people close to me all types of names - some that I think of on the spur of the moment - but they are all in fun and they realize it and laugh with me.
I would like to know the story behind the co-brand but I'm sure it grabs attention. I realize it's all in fun and agree that people may loosen up more because of the title. After all, in the spirit of the co-brand, anyone who doesn't agree with you is a Monkeybrain - but that doesn't mean you are right, so perhaps you are the Monkeybrain. To be completely honest, I've never given the name this much thought before...so, at this moment, I would have to refer to myself as a Monkeybrain...and you can visit my lens below titled, "Where Should Haiti's Children Go?"
Posted January 26, 2010
WindyWinters says:
Um, yes. I'm a bit serious and was brought up way too strict and proper. But I can now see the fun in a Monkey Brain debate. I agree with MiMi and would rather it be called something else.
Posted January 25, 2010
BarbRad says:
I've never been called one (yet), but I would never call anyone else that either. I try to treat each person with respect, even if we disagree. I don't think anyone was ever convinced he or she was wrong by being called a name.
Posted January 24, 2010
happynutritionist says:
I agree with GrowWear, would rather it be "let's debate", but then we wouldn't have this fun lens to read:-)
Posted January 24, 2010
bethd821 says:
It is a funny name, but it is name calling all the same. I try to change the "No Way, MonkeyBrain" phrase in my debates.
Posted January 24, 2010
GrowWear says:
Would rather it be, "Let's Debate." Where the name-calling could mean a fight, a debate is more civil, and might have interested more folks. But, that's just MHO. :D
Posted January 24, 2010
OhMe says:
It really did kind of take me back the first time I saw it and I often wonder what our non Squidoo readers think when they see Hey Monkey Brain! Of course, just like this lens it is all in fun! I just thought I would answer on this side in case nobody else does.
Posted January 24, 2010
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savenlives
Oct 23, 2011 @ 11:17 am | delete
- hysterical!! I'm still new to squidoo and never had heard of the "monkey brain", cute lens!!
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fanfreluche
Oct 23, 2011 @ 7:03 am | delete
- Added mine long time ago :)
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PaulOnBooks
Oct 23, 2011 @ 6:56 am | delete
- Only done one but added above - thank you.
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JJNW
Aug 23, 2011 @ 3:18 pm | delete
- LOL...I was looking for how to make a Monkeybrain lens --- but this was SO much more fun! Hee hee. Love you Squid peeps.
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Ruthi
Aug 16, 2011 @ 4:23 pm | delete
- Hey! I love your monkeybrain!
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