Also, is self empathy even a thing? Is self empathy distinct from self pity?

  • pixeltree@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
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    1 day ago

    It’s the reverse; I have to constantly remind myself to treat me like I treat others. I despise myself and have great empathy for others, self empathy might be the foundation of empathy towards others for you, but that’s certainly not universal

    • EnsignWashout@startrek.website
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      1 day ago

      I have to constantly remind myself to treat me like I treat others.

      I do, as well.

      I treat others. I despise myself and have great empathy for others

      I said that to myself before, as well.

      But I discovered my empathy for others became surprisingly more effective after I started an intentional practice of self-empathy.

      but that’s certainly not universal

      Certainly. This is what worked for me, and my relationships.