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A Conversation on Morals and Self Hatred
Do you think you’re a good person?
Yeah, I’d say so.
Why?
Well.. I don’t think I’m particularly mean or cruel, and I try to always be fair.
How does that make you a good person?
It doesn’t, but it definitely helps people see me as one.
..What do you think a good person is?
Someone who makes an effort to be as good as they can when they can.
What if they mess up?
Well that’s why I said WHEN they can, not everyone can be perfect all the time. We are human, ya know?
I don’t think I’m a good person.
Why not?
I don’t like myself.
There’s a difference between thinking you’re a bad person, and being a bad person.
Do you think I’m a good person?
Would it help if I said yes?
No.
Yeah, I’d say so.
Why?
Well.. I don’t think I’m particularly mean or cruel, and I try to always be fair.
How does that make you a good person?
It doesn’t, but it definitely helps people see me as one.
..What do you think a good person is?
Someone who makes an effort to be as good as they can when they can.
What if they mess up?
Well that’s why I said WHEN they can, not everyone can be perfect all the time. We are human, ya know?
I don’t think I’m a good person.
Why not?
I don’t like myself.
There’s a difference between thinking you’re a bad person, and being a bad person.
Do you think I’m a good person?
Would it help if I said yes?
No.
Published 5th Jun 2024
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When your mind won’t let you believe anyone actually likes you and that you are a good person.
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5th Jun 2024 5:28pm
How well I know this argument with self. Relatable and well expressed write.
