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What does it mean?
Hostility provides intense emotional feedback that strengthens the ego.
In plain terms
Fighting makes the ego feel strong.
What can you take from it?
Conflict can feel satisfying to the self.

Where it applies

  • arguments
  • self reflection
  • psychology

Putting it to work

  • understanding conflict
  • analyzing self
  • managing anger

Questions to consider

  • Why do we like conflict?
  • Is ego growth healthy?

Another view

Thriving on hostility harms relationships and mental health.

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