that conflict is what makes us human -- the fact that those two traits coexist and play out in a myriad of ways

i do think self-preservation on a larger scale can mean concern for the preservation of the human race -- but empathy is also a strong component of giving thought to the well being of the human race

>aren't these two things often at odds with each other? and
>does self-preservation mean preserving the human race (or your
>tribe on a smaller scale) or preserving yourself?

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