Hatred

      No one likes to believe they can feel hatred.  It's easier to describe the emotion as dislike.  Hatred almost seems evil.
     Obviously, some situations deserve to be hated: cruelty, suffering, injustice, terrorism, war, and the list goes on.  Hopefully, this type of hatred will spur us toward action to help eradicate these unfortunate conditions.
     Not so obvious are types of hatred stemming from ignorance and prejudice. When we get overly confident in our own opinions and close our minds to other points of view, our judgement can be distorted.  We may only believe those who agree with us.  We can be manipulated to increase our hatred. Some people delight when fuel is added to the fire.  Pleasure is felt when the "enemy" is demonized.
     Realize that disagreements don't have to lead to hating the opposition.  When you feel hatred coming on, you may be approaching mob mentality.  Don't need to hear their side.  String 'em up!