[baxtr]

I don’t think this is the whole picture.

Humans do pay attention to captivating stories that are not about them. But of course there’s gotta be something in that story they can relate to.

[aristofun]

that only proves my point - stories are a source of either wisdom or entertainment, both of which is a form of personal (and only personal) profit of the specific listener

[baxtr]

But that’s not very helpful advice then. Basically you’re saying water is wet.

[aristofun]

You were saying that. My point was to shift focus from yourself to listeners' needs. Turns out it is not that obvious for some.