Children Quote by E.R. Braithwaite
““Oh God, forgive me for the hateful thoughts, because I love them, these brutal, disarming bastards, I love them …””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished manuscript, 1998
The speaker paradoxically loves hateful thoughts, recognizing their allure despite their destructive nature.
In simple terms: Loving hateful thoughts is contradictory but compelling.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge the pull of dark emotions.
Themes
psychology
contradiction
desire
Mood
conflicted
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
self‑acceptance
emotional complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we sometimes cherish thoughts we know are harmful?
- How can we transform that love into constructive action?
A Different Perspective
Hate can be seductive, complicating moral judgments.
