On the premise that it is OK for people to ask for what they want, and it is also OK for others to say no, I would like to see this thread stay clear of turning into arguments about who is right and who is wrong in their thinking.

Like was said upthread - no one has a corner on the market of objective reality. It is possible to explore, discuss and note differences, expound on why one believes or opines as one does, without turning it into a pissing match.

Think about the difference between these two statements:

"This is the way I see it" -   "I am right, (and you are therefore wrong."