Blog & Mablog Empathy in the High Places
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Apr 15, 2025 The discussion kicks off with the concept of 'toxic empathy,' revealing how this false compassion can cloud true understanding. It critically examines the rise of 'untethered empathy,' stressing the risks of valuing feelings over facts, which can compromise genuine support. The conversation takes an insightful turn as it emphasizes the importance of 'tethered love,' linking biblical principles to real-life applications. Authentic love, they argue, must adhere to moral laws to effectively navigate the complexities of modern life.
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Empathy as a Lie
- Toxic empathy masquerades as virtue, allowing individuals to feel morally superior.
- This is evident in the stark contrast between claims made for empathy and reactions to its criticism.
Untethered Empathy
- Toxic empathy is distinguished from true sympathy and compassion by being untethered.
- This untethered nature makes it destructive, raising the question of what it's detached from.
Misinterpreting Empathy Critics
- Critics of untethered empathy are often misconstrued as opposing all forms of compassion.
- Responses range from volatile accusations to more respectable attempts to dismiss the criticism as unclear.