Also, is self empathy even a thing? Is self empathy distinct from self pity?

    • EnsignWashout@startrek.website
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      2 days ago

      Well said. Particularly

      out of a distaste for a harsh and cruel world

      I want to respond (with agreement) to:

      treat others as you want to be treated,"

      • is, indeed silly. It’s meant as an overly simple default to grow from.

      Treat others as they ask to be treated is much better.

      But I do believe that both benefit from an intentional practice of self-empathy.