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Wounded Bear

(58,670 posts)
1. Well put...
Fri Jun 5, 2015, 05:28 PM
Jun 2015

Each of us experiences our own life problems.

Each of us must learn to deal with what we are presented with.

Comparing who is "braver" says more about the commenter than it does about the person/s being commented about.

Ex Lurker

(3,814 posts)
2. Like I posted on another thread, I haven't see much in Jenner's life that I consider admirable
Fri Jun 5, 2015, 05:50 PM
Jun 2015

Great athlete, sure. Cheesy actor. Married into a family of circus clowns. Republican, reckless driver who caused someone's death. Chain smoker. Came out as transgender. Okay, more power to her, I hope she's happier now, but she lost any credibility with me years ago. Has enough money and entourage to shield her from any real negative impacts, and will make more from the upcoming reality show, interviews, magazine covers, etc. I see a lot of business calculation. Not much bravery.

Avalux

(35,015 posts)
3. NOTHING is a contest. There is more than enough for everyone.
Fri Jun 5, 2015, 05:57 PM
Jun 2015

If people realized this and started cooperating instead of competing, all our problems would be solved and everyone could live as they wish. Magical thinking? Maybe, but I like the idea.

 

cali

(114,904 posts)
5. sorry, I don't view Caitlyn Jenner as particularly brave or admirable
Fri Jun 5, 2015, 06:03 PM
Jun 2015

I'm glad for her that she can live her life as she wishes, but that's as far as it goes

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