You held nothing back with dose of honesty here. Another comment where I'm more interested in listening, thinking. Now some words come to mind...

It can be a waste of energy. Often it is. But every time, it is a form of teaching. We're not going to let those we care about jump if we know the fall will break their legs. They jump anyway. Well then you go pick them up. I see this as a flaw in humanity now. Neither of us is immune. You mentioned that prejudice towards things we don't understand. Hearing what we don't want to hear is included in that. I know I can't change the world but at some point people will need to be able to accept what is meant to help. And I'm not talking about those who are pushy and want their demands met. Just those honest occasions. People need to work harder on seeing the difference, not treating it the same, or we just keep going in circles.