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What does it mean?
Love becomes purer when applied to what you dislike; theft stems from seeing others as superior.
In plain terms
Love grows stronger when you love what you hate; stealing shows jealousy.
What can you take from it?
Transform negative feelings into love, avoid envy-driven theft.

Where it applies

  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Putting it to work

  • practice loving difficult people
  • recognize envy triggers

Questions to consider

  • How can you practice love toward an antagonist?
  • What fuels the desire to steal?

Another view

Loving what you loathe may be unrealistic for many.

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