I am sure that when we love we are better than ourselves and when we hate, worse

I am sure that when we love we are better than ourselves and when we hate, worse

Erica Jong, a renowned American novelist and poet, once said, “I am sure that when we love we are better than ourselves and when we hate, worse.” This profound statement encapsulates the transformative power of love and the destructive nature of hate in our lives.

When we love, we are able to transcend our own limitations and become the best version of ourselves. Love has the ability to bring out the most positive qualities in us, such as compassion, empathy, and kindness. It inspires us to be selfless, to put others before ourselves, and to strive for the greater good. Love motivates us to be more understanding, patient, and forgiving towards others. It encourages us to see the beauty in the world and in ourselves, and to appreciate the little things that make life worth living.

On the other hand, when we hate, we are consumed by negative emotions that bring out the worst in us. Hate breeds anger, resentment, and bitterness, leading us to act in ways that are harmful to ourselves and others. It blinds us to the humanity of those we despise, causing us to dehumanize and demonize them. Hate creates a toxic cycle of violence and destruction that only serves to perpetuate more hate and suffering in the world.