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Empathy & Compassion

Empathy is Overrated

by Empathy and Compassion | Scoop.it|Published 14/07/2012

I hate the concept of empathy, and if you’re a self-respecting aspie, you should, too. Neurotypical’s tell us we “lack” this condescending trait, and that because we do, we’re not normal.

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