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Originally Posted by Gem
Even by the 'golden rule' we define the other against ourselves. "Do unto others..."
In philosophy the notion of the greater good is discussed, that which is virtuous, and many philosophers argue that morality is not based on universal virtues, but for someone of a spiritual inclination it is practically essential that morality is an extension of the infinite outpouring of love.
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Absolutely. We might equally say that the absence of boundaries negates the golden rule and renders us unable to extend the morality of lovingkindness and equanimity in any meaningful or skillful way.
Peace & blessings 
7L
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Bound by conventions, people tend to reach for what is easy.
Here we must be unafraid of what is difficult.
For all living beings in nature must unfold in their particular way
and become themselves despite all opposition.
-- Rainer Maria Rilke
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