Instinct: We convince ourselves that revenge will bring closure, peace, or equilibrium.
Seeking to avenge ourselves is an emotional trap that keeps us stuck in a cycle of pain.
Wisdom: Survival means knowing when to move forward into new territory rather than staying pinned to the past.

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