'Those who cannot remember the past ...

... are condemned to repeat it."

– George Santayana

Buckle up, buttercup.

Let's talk about those who hate. Now, you may not be comfortable using that term to describe those around you (or yourself), but you might recognize a few things in the following paragraphs. And what you discover may make you squirm in your seat. That's okay: self-realization isn't a bad thing, especially if you work to change.

Now, you're probably not among the worst and you may not be actively pursuing a life of hate, so there's hope. But by being willing to accept the words and actions of others, whether by agreeing i...