Velvet Silmeria!Mánibranðr @FreyaManibrandr@awoo.space

@relee Harm is anything that is inimical and/or deleterious to the continued existence or well-being of the subject in question.

One may ask, "How do we know if it is the case?" And to that i say, we definitionally can't because it is a categorically subjective classification, and requires us to view the situation on a case-by-case basis.

As for what separate us from animals and/or object. I'd say I honestly can't tell you. As an animist, I see quality in the souls of all that exists, that includes us, animals, humans and objects that are considered "not living." But then again, considering that the universe is itself constantly interacting and involving micro- and macrocosms of itself in endless cycles of death and rebirth, what really makes it so special to be considered "living" that it only extends to carbon-based life forms with self-replicating proteins?

Would you consider stars to be alive? Because I do, as well as landmarks, monuments and world wonders, for that matter.

@relee Yeah, in a way we can see it as macrolabels and microlabels. Macrolabels are a shared umbrella label that shows solidarity through a common struggle. While microlabels are there to help people zero in on identifying themselves and validating their individual existence. Both are good to have.

@relee A simple answer would be if the consequences of not drawing my sword is that more harm will happen.

As for who? Well, that's asking the wrong question, because at its roots it's all about being able to draw our boundaries, and being able to enforce them.

Personally speaking, we generally have a live and let live philosophy when it comes to others living their lives, as long as what they are doing isn't harming those around them.

@relee That is true, our system is a prime example of how we are all very different gender-wise, but still fall under the trans and nonbinary tree.

However there is a danger in being lead to thinking that the solution is to dip into exclusion. I think the solution is to create more terms to describe our unique experiences. After all, English is a woefully limited language for describing our exact specific experiences with gender.

@prehensile Looking killer as always~

@cadey It's not enough.

Do yourselves a favour and put Elekk, RedRoo and Monads on domain blocks. It'll save you a lot of headaches down the road.