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“We forget why we hate, what we hate, and whom we hate we simply hate for the sake of hating. And then, naturally, we begin to hate ourselves too.” quote by Melchor Lim
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“We forget why we hate, what we hate, and whom we hate we simply hate for the sake of hating. And then, naturally, we begin to hate ourselves too.”

Melchor Lim

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Cycle of Hate, 2012

Hatred often becomes self‑directed when its original target is forgotten, leading to self‑destruction.

In simple terms: Hate can turn inward.

Key Takeaway

Break the cycle of hatred.

Themes

hate self‑reflection psychology

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • social media debates
  • personal relationships
  • political discourse

Key Concepts

cognitive bias emotional contagion self‑esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • What underlying feelings fuel your hatred?
  • How can you transform hate into understanding?
A Different Perspective

Self‑hate may stem from deeper unresolved issues.

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