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Think about it, if a person has zero empathy and basis decisions strictly on logic and has no emotions or feelings but logically knows what is right in wrong insomuch as who are the bad guys then wouldn't that make them a very efficient killing machine? Someone that can kill bad guys and never feel pity, remorse or fear and can continue to kill the enemy without feelings or emotions getting in the way?
Think about it, if a person has zero empathy and basis decisions strictly on logic and has no emotions or feelings but logically knows what is right in wrong insomuch as who are the bad guys then wouldn't that make them a very efficient killing machine? Someone that can kill bad guys and never feel pity, remorse or fear and can continue to kill the enemy without feelings or emotions getting in the way?
Sounds like someone with severe psychological issues. Contrary to what some might think, even the Marines don't want that type of person in their ranks. War is dehumanizing enough. The armed forces don't need folks that already possess that type of baggage.
Think about it, if a person has zero empathy and basis decisions strictly on logic and has no emotions or feelings but logically knows what is right in wrong insomuch as who are the bad guys then wouldn't that make them a very efficient killing machine? Someone that can kill bad guys and never feel pity, remorse or fear and can continue to kill the enemy without feelings or emotions getting in the way?
zero empathy sounds like psychological disorder.
To me, I think character is one aspect being a good Marine. Being highly dedicated to excellence in your craft is another. (physical fitness, skills, education, (maybe self education), professional knowledge) Motivation and courage (both physical and moral) are important to being a good Marine.
From what I know, The Corps is a LEGACY, given as a gift from those men that served before them, and it is the responsibilities of every Marine to keep it alive.
To me, a good Marine is a good person, a true warrior. Marine Corps does not need anybody with psychological issues.
Think about it, if a person has zero empathy and basis decisions strictly on logic and has no emotions or feelings but logically knows what is right in wrong insomuch as who are the bad guys then wouldn't that make them a very efficient killing machine? Someone that can kill bad guys and never feel pity, remorse or fear and can continue to kill the enemy without feelings or emotions getting in the way?
I expect I'll live long enough to see real autonomous robots on the battlefield.
To me, I think character is one aspect being a good Marine. Being highly dedicated to excellence in your craft is another. (physical fitness, skills, education, (maybe self education), professional knowledge) Motivation and courage (both physical and moral) are important to being a good Marine.
From what I know, The Corps is a LEGACY, given as a gift from those men that served before them, and it is the responsibilities of every Marine to keep it alive.
To me, a good Marine is a good person, a true warrior. Marine Corps does not need anybody with psychological issues.
Rah! I agree completely. Just because we are trained to be warriors, does not mean that we have zero empathy. Marines can be very emotional and that love for each other and the brotherhood is what makes us so strong. Empathy is what makes me want to do anything for my fellow Marines.
Rah! I agree completely. Just because we are trained to be warriors, does not mean that we have zero empathy. Marines can be very emotional and that love for each other and the brotherhood is what makes us so strong. Empathy is what makes me want to do anything for my fellow Marines.
Think about it, if a person has zero empathy and basis decisions strictly on logic and has no emotions or feelings but logically knows what is right in wrong insomuch as who are the bad guys then wouldn't that make them a very efficient killing machine? Someone that can kill bad guys and never feel pity, remorse or fear and can continue to kill the enemy without feelings or emotions getting in the way?
No. That separates us from, oh, say ISIS, NAZI's, or a thousand others throughout history.
People without empathy have mental health issues and need "special handling". People like that are not desirable company in any setting.
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