Quotation by

Edgar Rice Burroghs

Anger and hate against one we love steels our hearts, but contempt or pity leaves us silent and ashamed.

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Feeling anger or hatred toward someone we care about makes us hard and bitter inside, as if our hearts are being taken away. On the other hand, when we feel contempt or pity for them, it causes us to withdraw and feel embarrassed, leaving us unable to speak up.

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