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

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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?

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Do you think it is an insult to be called a Monkey Brain?

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No, I think it is clever

wordstock says:

If the shoe fits......

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.

Ohohdon says:

I've been called much worse.

PaulOnBooks says:

Pretty colours! Lick screen.

EMangl says:

since there are plenty of people out there who have less intelligence than a monkey, it could be read as compiment

franstan says:

I think it is a fun name

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.

Ruthi says:

I think it's a catchy co-brand! My monkey mind flits from thought to thought, so it suits me just fine.

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?

Dkprincess6 says:

No, I think it's a great name for a debate.

Bus_Stop_Toy_Shop says:

I've been called plenty worse things - doesn't bother me in the slightest.

jim says:

what on earth does monkey brain mean anyway!!!!!!

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...)

braingoo says:

I love monkeys and I have a brain!! what's not to love????

cwimmer77 says:

no problem here, just a funny expression.

s says:

na though monkeys arent as dumb as u think

jptanabe says:

There are much worse things to be called, and many animals that are nowhere near as smart (or cute) as monkeys.

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.

Irenemaria says:

Oh no - not at all concidering I m a pea brain now

domainblitz says:

I love it! Very clever!

Yes, I don't approve of name calling

glennyboi says:

it's funny :)

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.

COUNTRYLUTHIER says:

I waffled and then, I decided I might lose control of myself in real life if I was called monkey brain.

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.

fanfreluche says:

Name calling is offending, no matter how funny it can seem

KarenTBTEN says:

I'd rather it be called something else. I have put some duel modules on lenses but haven't used the template.

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.

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:)

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?"

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.

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.

happynutritionist says:

I agree with GrowWear, would rather it be "let's debate", but then we wouldn't have this fun lens to read:-)

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.

inkserotica says:

I'm not entirely keen..!

Heather426 says:

Actually, sort of...but I guess it's in jest.

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

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.

 
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Just having a little fun with the Monkey Brain! Squidoo Headquarters folks are really clever, aren't they?

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