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What is your take on philosophies which would encourage you instead to be more patient with people and anticipate their needing and insecurity? From that perspe
by steve_adams_86 3y ago
What is your take on philosophies which would encourage you instead to be more patient with people and anticipate their needing and insecurity? From that perspective, becoming a better man would mean becoming more patient, compassionate, and at ease with the way people typically are.
I’m not saying I disagree. I find the contrast in views really interesting.
- forward1 3y agoThey are just that - philosophies. I live my life based on first-hand experience only, not the musings of a professor or even a poet. And I'm sorry to say it is as follows: not all people deserve compassion, nor patience. Most of the people I've come across in life are plainly stupid by choice, and a stupid person is the most dangerous kind. On the other hand, individuals with special needs, children and animals are mostly defenseless in this world and actually deserve our attention. I have focused my time and resources on helping them (versus the family and friends "in need") and this has proven to be more fulfilling, and I believe ultimately more selfless than my past self.
- steve_adams_86 3y agoNice, that’s a great answer. I agree that service to people and animals who are truly in need is a great calling. I wish I realized it a lot earlier in my life.