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Noah grinned back at the professor, noting his empathy towards him. To be honest, it felt wonderful to be understood and just... be heard for once and not question further. Just then he'd caught the look of a first year Slytherin, and then looked at the board. Noah had a brow raised at her, questioning her subtlety and judgment. Did he care? Not really. She's just a kid, and most of them are annoying anyway.
The Gryffindor took a moment to hear what the others felt when people made assumptions about them, and he did agree with Upstead's answer. The question was, did they want to be understood? Because there were people who are actually detached and don't care at all, which makes the problem even harder.
"Assumptions are harmful because it can cause that person unnecessary anxiety, and it can be deeply ingrained in their mind, and eventually make it their reality. It's like you're purposefully making a good apple into a bad one, because words-- bad ones, are powerful and is a potent source of brainwashing someone, especially if they aren't even sure of themselves." Noah sat back on his hands, stretching one leg out in front of him. "I mean, look, we all have instincts, right? It's not perfect, that's for sure, but if you don't think you can vibe with somebody after talking to them, then just... leave them be and move along. Most of the time they'd share the same sentiment, anyway. Mind your own business, and keep the peace." Was it really so hard to do?
And this is the very reason why he thinks it's hurtful to be called detached when all he was trying to do was to be respectful.
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