Deals Quote by Jack Kornfield
“Most people discover that when hate is gone, they will be forced to deal with their own pain.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path with Peace, 2007, Jack Kornfield
When hatred disappears, individuals must confront their own suffering and inner pain.
In simple terms: Without hate, personal pain becomes unavoidable.
Face inner pain directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- meditation retreats
- personal counseling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner wounds surface when external anger fades?
- How can we support others facing their own pain?
The quote assumes all pain is internal, ignoring external sources of suffering.