“Retaliation is related to nature and instinct;”
— Albert Camus
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People naturally want to fight back when they are hurt or treated badly. This is something that comes from deep within us, like when an animal defends itself when threatened. Imagine a person who is bullied at school; their first urge might be to lash out and get revenge on the bully. This response is automatic and doesn’t need much thought. However, acting merely on this instinct might not always be the best idea. Instead, taking a moment to think about a more peaceful solution can often lead to better outcomes. So while it's natural to want to retaliate, we can choose to rise above our instincts and handle things calmly.
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