I've had some time to think and although I still feel the same, I have a few doubts. I'm willing to consider this notion but I'm confused. We live in a world that labels everything. What do we call it, if it's not evil? In the case of psychopaths, we shouldn't blame them if they don't have the capability in their brains to make wise choices. I'm also struggling with the label 'good' which is the opposite of evil - if you get rid of one, then what do we call 'good' and do we need to get rid of this concept too? IDK. I also wonder if hypothetically we cast the evil notion aside, would this somehow make the world a better place with less misfortune? I'm also struggling with the idea of having endless patience with people who have and probably will never have patience for others. Interesting topic.
**Add on - just for the record my post isn't a response to anyone elses post. When I clicked submit, about 5 new posts were up lol. Although I do agree the way a person is raised can affect bad behavior, I also think a person can be this way without a bad upbringing. In regards to psychopaths and sociopaths - I don't think you can instill empathy, because the part of the brain that houses these emotions doesn't exist or is very small - not functioning. At this point I like to think I'm very open minded and feel confused - which probably comes from being an overly emphatic person lol
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