“Don’t fight hate with hate” is an example of subtle gaslighting, where our legitimate hurt & anger at the injustices we suffer is being equated to the bigotry & abuse of our oppressors.
Being angry doesn’t mean you are being hateful, it means you love yourself enough to get upset at your own mistreatment.
Being wary of or angry with your oppressors does not equate to hate. We are allowed our defense mechanisms. We are allowed self preservation.
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