> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://happybara.gitbook.io/proper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://happybara.gitbook.io/proper/concepts/discussions.md).

# What are Discussions?

### Discussions are anonymous conversations facilitated by Proper.  The first message is posted to a chosen channel, and replies can be made in the thread.

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#### Animal emojis tie anonymous responses together while keeping identities private.

When a discussion has reached its conclusion, admins or the original poster can close it to new replies.

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[Discussions](/proper/reference/discussions.md)
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