But keep in mind, the parent poster likely didn't mean his words in a positive light. To portray them as such would be dishonest, which is unethical, confusing

But keep in mind, the parent poster likely didn't mean his words in a positive light. To portray them as such would be dishonest, which is unethical, confusing to all involved, and would lead to further confusion and incoherence as the conversation progressed.