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Originally Posted by Maggy J
I don't need your pity..I just need you to empathise with those who get the abuse.  |
I entirely empathise I just don't patronise or inflame by taking offence by proxy.
People, especially children, can be cruel. It's usually catharsis, covering up some personal insecurity, done to feel better, improve self-image, feel a sense of superiority over other people.
A bit like taking more offence for slights to others than the recipients themselves do just the opposite side of the coin.