As long as you do not mistake the things I share as a sign of emotional weakness and try to use your own misunderstanding as an opportunity to proselytize and "save" my soul, "relieve my suffering" or whatever other amalgamation of words you use to justify your disrespect for my dignity I will not castigate and insult your faith. When someone shares their innermost thoughts, emotional trauma and suffering with the world, it is NOT a sign of weakness. It is a sign of strength. It does not mean they are asking for your pity or extending an invitation for conversion. That is you showing disrespect and apathy for their life experience.
25 Dec 2014, 9:20 pm
