“When you begin to see that your enemy is suffering, that is the beginning of insight.”
— Thich Nhat Hanh
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Simplified Meaning:
This quote means that when you start to recognize that the person who is against you is also going through pain, you gain a deeper understanding of the situation. Imagine you have a bully at school or work. They are mean to you, and you think they are just bad people. But one day, you discover they are facing problems at home, like their parents are fighting or they have no friends. This realization doesn’t make their actions right, but it helps you see why they might be acting out. Understanding their pain can help you deal with the situation more wisely, maybe by showing them some kindness or not taking their behavior as personally. This way, you can stop the cycle of anger and hurt, possibly even leading to resolving the conflict.
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