You are operating under the failed idea that morality and ethics is something exclusive to the religious. You didn't come right out and say that but it's what you meant. It's a matter of personal pride, mudling. When I go to sleep at night I don't want to be ashamed of the things I did while I was awake. Does it really matter in the long run? No. It doesn't. You are just one person among billions trying to make your way through your meaningles life until the day you finaly expire. Sure, some people will cry about your death but they'll get over it and live their lives until they expire. It's all about how you feel about yourself while you're alive. You say why not steal or rape? Well, guess what. People really do those things. And maybe they hate themselves and maybe they don't. Those of us who are self aware would have a hard time explaining to ourselves why our lives are more important than anothers, however.
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