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Old Feb 06, 2009, 01:44 AM
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I’m not asking for anyone’s pity.
I certainly don’t deserve it.
No, scratch that. I know I am pathetic. So, I guess I do deserve pity.
What I don’t deserve is compassion.
Then why do I feel so insulted when I feel pitied?
And why do I feel a bit better (comforted) when I perceive empathy even when I know I don't deserve it?

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Old Feb 06, 2009, 02:26 AM
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I’m not asking for anyone’s pity.
I certainly don’t deserve it.
No, scratch that. I know I am pathetic. So, I guess I do deserve pity.
What I don’t deserve is compassion.
Then why do I feel so insulted when I feel pitied?
And why do I feel a bit better (comforted) when I perceive empathy even when I know I don't deserve it?
(((((((((lbien))))))))))
we all deserved compassion from everybody...
u nice person ....i really like you...if u want to talk just pm me..okay..

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Old Feb 06, 2009, 06:58 AM
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And why do I feel a bit better (comforted) when I perceive empathy even when I know I don't deserve it?
because i believe we all need validation of who we are. that is the "comfort" you feel...that many of us can be empathetic because we "see" who and what you are, even if you can't right now.
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Old Feb 06, 2009, 09:09 AM
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Hi sweet cheeks, when are you going to believe that you are lovable even if you feel thorny?........

I forget the thorns when I get to marvel at the rose.......I like it when others do the same........and if they don't then they don't appreciate true beauty.
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Old Feb 06, 2009, 04:18 PM
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I’m not asking for anyone’s pity.
I certainly don’t deserve it.
No, scratch that. I know I am pathetic. So, I guess I do deserve pity.
What I don’t deserve is compassion.
Then why do I feel so insulted when I feel pitied?
And why do I feel a bit better (comforted) when I perceive empathy even when I know I don't deserve it?
((Lbien))
Everyone deserves to be shown respect and and given support especially when they are having a rough time.
Please don't be so hard on yourself.

I'm glad you posted about it, though. It's something we all feel at one time or another...
We are often kinder to others than we are to ourselves.

Peace to you, Lbien
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