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What does it mean?
Those marginalized by nature or society may lack natural empathy and seek revenge.
In plain terms
People treated badly by nature may resent others and lack affection.
What can you take from it?
Society should support those who feel marginalized.

Where it applies

  • social justice
  • psychology
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • foster inclusion
  • build empathy

Questions to consider

  • How does society treat the marginalized?
  • Can nature shape character?

Another view

This view blames victims of circumstance rather than examining systemic causes.

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