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Old 11-04-2021, 10:34 PM
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Some thought re the possibility that as humans we are members of a species--and there may be others--who have innate altruism as characteristic.

In the case of our species it is evident Imo that having innate altruism does not mean that we necessarily behave altruistically. --It means simply that we have an innate capacity to do so--if we consciously choose to do so.

--or in the case of being isolated, that we may be able think so but are unable to do so.

However, if free to do so, then understanding why we may choose not to do so will prove to be transformative Imo.

And if we are in a position of isolation which means that we are not able to put into use that capability when we wish to do so, then an understanding of the effect which that denial has upon our psyche will also prove to be transformative Imo.-- keeping in mind that displaying altruism has effect upon the "receiver" and the "donor" alike.
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