Reply #9: I find it harder and harder to accept the concept of "tragedy".

[GliderGuider]

I've come to the conclusion that "tragedy" is one of those obstructive emotional descriptors, like jealousy and anger, that block us from fully experiencing our existence. "Tragedy" is an anthropocentric concept that imputes intrinsic value to simple change. If some changes are tragic, then all change is tragic, as any change has a negative impact on some aspects of some life forms. By extension, treating all change as tragic seems foolish and futile, as that interpretation blocks our ability to see the inherent positive side of the same change, as well as blocking our ability to express compassion both for those affected by the change and those effecting it.

If you get my drift.