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06.16.08, 09:32 AM General Topics
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What's the difference between self absorbed and selfish? I think my sister is the first but not sure about the latter [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
General Topics 06.16.08, 09:32 AM Flag

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self absorbed for me is more about what they talk about/how much/little they listen. selfish is about action. i think [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 09:33 AM Flag

Self absorbed = not being aware of others issues, problems, life. Selfish is not willing to do for others. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 09:33 AM Flag

I am self-absorbed, but I try not to be selfish. Honestly, I am aware that I talk about myself too much and say thoughtless, insensitive things. But I don't think I'm entitled to, and I apologize and stop myself when I catch it. Selfish goes with entitled, IMO. People who trod over other people's feelings to serve their own desires without a scruple or second thought. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 09:36 AM Flag

you are selfish when you dokminate the conversation. i'd rather be selfish than self-absorbed. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 09:45 AM Flag

I'm sure you are. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 09:50 AM Flag