ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Pity

Pity is when you feel bad for someone because something bad or sad has happened to them. Imagine if you were playing a game with your friends and you fell down and hurt yourself. Your friends might see that you are crying and feeling sad and they might say "aww, I feel so bad for you." They are showing pity because they can see that you are hurt and they want to make you feel better. Pity is a way to show someone that you care about them and want to support them when they are going through a tough time. It's important to remember that it's okay to feel sad or hurt sometimes, and that it's okay to ask for help when you need it.
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