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What does it mean?
Society often mocks the suffering of others instead of showing compassion.
In plain terms
People laugh at other people's pain.
What can you take from it?
Do not join in mocking those who suffer.

Where it applies

  • social commentary
  • observing injustice

Putting it to work

  • practice empathy
  • avoid ridicule

Questions to consider

  • When did you last laugh at someone's pain?
  • How can we respond better to suffering?

Another view

Some might argue laughter is a coping mechanism rather than malice.

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