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[ex_adept136]

[Haise has talked with several teammates about the lack of cohesion, and how difficult it is for all of them to coordinate. It was something he'd meant to discuss, or perhaps encourage others better suited, to bring up when they had some down-time. In the wake of a rather heated debate he chose to sat out on, he thinks maybe conversations about how they unify can't wait]

It seems that some of us may be feeling a little hot under the collar after recent events. Since I am an advocate for mercy, and am only alive because as much was extended to me when others may have argued against it, I don't want to touch on moral disagreements. Our stances will naturally differ, because our organization doesn't give us any unifying principles to abide by.

As a member of the CCG, I had very set guidelines to follow. Those weren't all things I agreed with, or felt right about. But they did maintain order, and did keep people safe. They made us an effective team, and more than once it's come up with colleagues here that we might benefit from that.

This was something I'd hoped might come up on Oska, when people had time to relax, but considering the circumstances...

Would any of you be interested in opening that discussion? That is, talking about our backgrounds, where we're coming from, and what we believe. If we start there, surely we can find a way to work together. If we're constantly at odds with one another, that isn't good for anyone. When I first joined, that division was certainly in place, but those I disagreed with still took the time to speak with me, and we did have common ground. I'd like to suggest that, as a team, we try to find that...for all our sakes.

Edit: Although I spoke of my own background in the example I provided, by no means am I suggesting that everyone do the same. Most importantly, we need to establish where we stand on issues we're often confronted with in our line of work. These things would inevitably show in our actions, so speaking on personal matters is not necessary for discussion.
What each of us believes and what course we're inclined to take is what I mean to inquire about.

[ooc: Naturally, thread-hop/jack as desired]

Comments

[ex_adept136]

I know. While I'm not proud of having ended so many lives...it speaks to what I've done when it was deemed necessary. It seems to me that some consider mercy a weakness, and perhaps in saying this, others will understand why I believe it to be a strength.

At the same time, it also shows what I'm capable of, I suppose. I think I've given the impression to many that I am too soft for such things.

[p66]

You have a strong heart. I think that's what counts.

I'm not sure if I can share much things, since Julius is very secretive and I have to respect his opinion. But maybe sharing simple stuff like interests might help?

[ex_adept136]

That's kind of you to say.

I don't think anyone necessarily needs to reveal as much as I did. To be honest, there's a great deal more I could say but didn't consider necessary. Even basic information could give people an idea of what your perspective and experience is, and I think we need to know that about each other.

[p66]

That's true.

What do you think of the situation that everyone is discussing, though?

[ex_adept136]

Back in Oska, you mean?

Unless I've missed something... There was only so much argument I thought to follow along with. I'm sure Kaz is well-intentioned; we spoke once on the lack of team cohesion as an object of concern some time ago.

[p66]

There are a lot of people with strong words on that post. I don't feel like there's much I can contribute about it.

I've only worked with teams not bigger than seven. It's a lot more difficult to get cohesion in such a large group of people...

[ex_adept136]

There have been strong differences of opinion for as long as I've been among the ranks, and surely longer than that. I don't believe I'm necessarily the best person to attempt to address that, but perhaps some good will come of it.

It's quite something, being part of a large group like this. Strong personalities exist in any situation but there are so many of us, and we differ greatly.

[p66]

[ She's just reading everything and being quietly confused. ]

It's one thing to have strong feelings but it's another to just ride on them and not read what people really say. But then again this is over text, and I've largely only talked to people face to face, so maybe that's skewed my perspective a bit.

Is honesty really a bad thing here? I've had experience that lying usually leads to bad ends. But I can't expect everyone to be understanding, either. I've had to cultivate that over time myself, but meeting people who won't compromise is definitely not conducive to getting things done.

I'm sorry for the questions, I'm not used to working with large groups.

[ex_adept136]

I think it was a question of people wondering if an expectation was being placed upon them. What people are wiling to say and how much should be an individual determination, so I might have articulated that better and spared some confusion.

This is my first time with a large group that comprises just one team, as well. I've been part of joint operations, but squads still acted as units themselves.

A good point was raised about having a face-to-face meeting, although I'm not quite sure how one would go about facilitating it. That might be the easiest way to read one another, if people were willing to put aside judgments and simply listen as suggested.

[p66]

You're right on those aspects. I think I understand a bit better now.

It seems that the discussion from the previous post is spilling over here as well. Is there really a way to get stubborn people to listen?

[ex_adept136]

I'm glad one of our associates felt comfortable bringing his concerns to my attention. If one person takes my words a certain way, there are bound to be more who would see the same, regardless of my intent. Having the chance to clarify hopefully means I can avoid perpetuating that mistake.

It doesn't hurt for people to disagree. If we all felt exactly the same, we might not argue, but we might also make the wrong decisions in the end. So long as it doesn't become heated, I think it should be alright.

[p66]

I hope so.

I have a lot to think about, I'll talk to you later.

[ex_adept136]

Anytime, Reika. Please take care.