Like TheVenerableCain, I don't particularly have any investment in this whole situation... But I will happily share my opinion! I think a lot of this may stem from an unhealthy self-centered mindset, ThatFanficGuy. I encourage you to take yourself out of the position of "victim" to get a perspective on this whole thing. Instead of saying, "How has this offended me?", try, "How might I have offended someone else?" As a society, we are far too reluctant to explore the idea that we may be wrong and have a little empathy. No one will hate you for what has happened here. We are not living in your world. You are just as meaningless to me as I am to you, and whether or not you can accept that is up to you. EDIT: ThatFanficGuy, I may have stalked you a little. You seem to have narcissistic tendencies - I encourage you to seek counselling, as they will be able to help you sort through your thoughts far better than anyone on the Internet could.
It does stem from my selfish nature. I'm going to do my best to change my view, but it will not happen in a moment, no matter how much I may wish for it. It is why adherence to the worldview of Love is so important: I must learn to respect others in a way that I'd like to be respected myself, as per the golden rule. Regarding the position of victim you've mentioned: what parts of the post you see as most related to it? P.S. I shall use this opportunity to let TheVenerableCain know that I've heard their words and do not reply because I must think of the important point provided in their post. I'll reply once I'd have something important to say.
I am no expert, but: Victim mentality is usually very negative and accusatory of others. Accusations lead to defensive responses, and it all spirals down from there. When you have a disagreement is the correct time to use "I" statements - "I feel you misunderstood me, and I disagree with x in your response." It is rarely helpful to say, "You are wrong." It is not a battle. Be polite, thank them for their opinion, and genuinely consider what they have to say. Ask questions to clarify. Don't think of it as people learning from you; reframe your thoughts to what YOU can learn from other people.misunderstanding of what I was digging into.
Though if you were going to rage on if I didn't agree with you somewhere down the road and your ego was hurt either way, you can go fuck yourself.
Damn it. You're right. When you put it that way, it seems so simple that it makes me wonder why didn't it appear to me as well, as we usually do when encounter such things. I understand what you mean and I thank you for sharing this piece of wisdom.