There's a big difference between being an egotist and being self-absorbed. The latter is more forgiveable as it does not require arrogance.
Its a bit like solipsism. I think we only have to acknowledge that everything ulimately down to luck once & then go on.
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Make sure everyone accepts this & then talk practically abt the value of various ethical standards.
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Except it invalidates all of our intuitions about just deserts.
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Yes. If you want to talk abt just deserts, you need to keep this in mind. Otherwise, no. Can just deplore it & go away.
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But it's relevant here when we're talking about a distinction between the forgiveableness of egotism vs self absorption
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I should clarify then. Not talking abt abstract ethics but whether you can continue a relationship with someone.
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If someone actually thinks they're better than me, no. If they focus on themselves due to self-doubt, yes.
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I'm OK with someone thinking they're better than me. I'd venture to guess most people do on some level.
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On some level, yes. I'm better than many in verbal ability & nearly everyone is better than me in spatial ability.Not the point
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An egotist is some1 who thinks everything revolves around them & others less important. Compare this with miserable self-doubt
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