Chapter
The Performative Empathy Olympics
1:16:41 - 1:20:10 (03:28)
The internet has created a climate where people can show off how empathetic they are, but it's not always clear if these actions are actually making a difference. Performative empathy can lead to a lack of meaningful action, as people focus on showing off their virtuous behavior rather than actually helping others.
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The speaker expresses scepticism towards online 'proselytizing' and discusses the idea of performative empathy and how their political activism has involved motivating their fan base to canvass and engage in political action.
1:16:41 - 1:19:31 (02:50)
Summary
The speaker expresses scepticism towards online 'proselytizing' and discusses the idea of performative empathy and how their political activism has involved motivating their fan base to canvass and engage in political action.
ChapterThe Performative Empathy Olympics
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The societal tendency to place more attention on negative actions can lead to asymmetry of attention and scrutiny, making it important to vocalize your positive actions.
1:19:31 - 1:20:10 (00:38)
Summary
The societal tendency to place more attention on negative actions can lead to asymmetry of attention and scrutiny, making it important to vocalize your positive actions. However, there is a fear of backlash for speaking about your good deeds, as people expect proof or receipts of any claims made.