In regards to eating meat

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Yes, but animals are much further along in the process of individuation. Why do I think that? I have offered extensive explanations throughout this thread.

I'm not sure it really matters which is further along in the process. But I agree, let's let it go.

I can't comprehend that. I cannot comprehend looking into the eyes of a sentient creature, and then killing it.

Fair enough. Can you accept that it's possible to do it with compassion?

Do you feel compassion for the carrots you harvest from your garden?

I really don't think so. Let's examine that. If a house is on fire, whom will the homeowner save first? Her dog or her houseplant?

If her houseplant dies in the fire, would she feel as much grief as she would if her dog died in the fire?

It depends on the homeowner, doesn't it?