You are certainly not the first person to observe the fluff on this site. I sggest you use your discernement, like the rest of us serious practitioners do, and not bother yourself with people who are not so knowledgable, unless, of course, you are up for a bit of hard work in teaching them. Regards ~ Zeb.
But the other forums can encourage that thought. Here at SoM at least someone stands up and says to them that they're looking at magick all wrong. As long as I see one reply explaining logic in a silly topic, I just shake my head and continue on, looking for a serious thread. Lately it's been challenging finding them, I must say. I still think that non-fluffs should be allowed a private forum space to discuss more advanced magick and philosophy. I know there are covens, but I'm a solitairy in real life and that doesn't change online. And I know I'm not the only one here that would enjoy such a space.
You've got to realize though, that most of these people have been watching Harry Potter, or something like that and their magical understanding is what they've seen on Harry Potter. Think about it, if you've never been exposed to the craft and all you've seen is Harry Potter, wouldn't you get a messed up version of the craft too?
we are the sum of all our experiances good and bad. most of the foks that are talking about silly uses of magic just need to work through their misconceptions. to tell someone that something is inposable will not help. it is their intentions that count in the end.
You know what upsets me? I might be new here but not to my religion or beliefs. When you are rude to these people who ask for you to do these crazy things. You should tell them that all it is, is fluffy! Some people who are serious about what they need and want and know all about magic, may still need a mentor. Personally I need one myself, but all I am is a newbie right?!