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Jane Goodall

Words can be said in bitterness and anger, and often there seems to be an element of truth in the nastiness. And words don't go away, they just echo around.

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When people speak out of anger, their harsh words often contain some truth, making them feel more real and hurtful. These words linger in our minds and memories, continuing to affect us long after they are spoken.

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