Can we not care for our bodies because we appreciate and value them, rather than out of fear of disease and dying? Can we not be of service to others in our life out of love, rather than out of fear of losing them? Can we not be polite and courteous to strangers because we care for our fellow human beings, rather than because we fear losing their
... See moreDavid R. Hawkins • Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender
Hatred is the sign and the expression of loneliness, of unworthiness, of insufficiency.
Thomas Merton • New Seeds of Contemplation
The philosopher Ingrid Vendrell Ferran reminds us that hatred also involves seeing the other as a threat to your self-worth. This threat can concern your physical and mental health, your image, or something you value. For instance, your boss’s manipulation dehumanizes you, threatening your value as a person. Furthermore, you cannot reason with... See more