Hate defers blame. It makes someone else responsible.
In his book "The Ego Is the Enemy," Ryan Holiday discusses the concept that hate often serves as a means to avoid personal responsibility. When individuals harbor hatred, they tend to project their frustrations and shortcomings onto others, deflecting attention away from their own actions or failures. This psychological mechanism allows them to shift blame rather than focusing on their own contributions to a negative situation.
Holiday emphasizes that such behavior ultimately hinders personal growth and self-awareness. By blaming others, individuals miss the opportunity to learn from their experiences and enhance their character. Instead of cultivating understanding and empathy, hatred can lead to a cycle of resentment and division, underscoring the importance of taking ownership of one’s emotions and actions for true progress.
