Despise Quote by Muriel Rukeyser
“Never to despise in myself what I have been taught to despise. Nor to despise the other. Not to despise the it. To make this relation with the it: to know that I am it.”
About This Quote
Recognize that the objects of hatred are extensions of oneself; by seeing them as part of our own being we can dissolve contempt.
In simple terms: Self‑other unity
Key Takeaway
See the 'other' as self
Themes
self‑awareness
empathy
philosophy of identity
psychology
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
introspective
empathetic
Type
philosophical
spiritual
psychological
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- counseling
- intercultural dialogue
Key Concepts
non‑duality
inner reflection
moral psychology
Practical Applications
- meditation on self‑other relationship
- ethical decision‑making
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling others as 'other' reinforce division?
- What practices help you see the 'other' as part of yourself?
