“All cruelty springs from weakness”

Simplified Meaning:

When people act mean or cruel, it's usually because they are feeling weak or afraid inside. For example, a bully at school might pick on others because they feel insecure about themselves. They might be having troubles at home or feel that they don’t fit in, so they hurt others to feel powerful. Imagine a stray dog that is hurt and scared. It might try to bite if someone comes close because it is frightened and trying to protect itself. Similarly, when people are cruel, it’s often because they don't feel strong or in control, and hurting others is their way of dealing with those feelings. To prevent cruelty, it’s important to help people feel stronger and more secure. Being kind and supportive to someone who seems angry or mean can sometimes help them feel better, and they may stop being cruel. Understanding this idea can make it easier to respond with kindness rather than anger when someone is cruel to you.