"Love your neighbor," which I extend to all beings, plants, animals, and minerals I share the planet with seems more understandable than "love yourself."
I completely agree with this sentiment. I have mixed feelings about the “self-love” and “self-care” concepts that have sprung up the past 6 years or so. As you pointed out, it can quickly descend into selfishness and narcissism. It’s also being used as a rallying cry to justify toxic behavior. The world needs less individualistic love and more community based love in my opinion.
"Love your neighbor," which I extend to all beings, plants, animals, and minerals I share the planet with seems more understandable than "love yourself."
I completely agree with this sentiment. I have mixed feelings about the “self-love” and “self-care” concepts that have sprung up the past 6 years or so. As you pointed out, it can quickly descend into selfishness and narcissism. It’s also being used as a rallying cry to justify toxic behavior. The world needs less individualistic love and more community based love in my opinion.
Yes, the shadow side of self-love can go wrong quickly.