Enmity
Channel: Aaron Miller
Date: 2024-03-25

Enmity, hatred and ill-will for others, can sometimes feel like a form of helping. But it's very rarely justified. We can use better approaches to enemies, for which nonviolent resistance is a great example.

Enmity is a danger to helping because:
- It leads us into unethical decisions.
- It feels virtuous, and therefore helpful.
- It's alluring because of its convenient, soothing, and potent nature.

Forgiveness, compassion, and humility are effective antidotes to enmity, and all make us better helpers.

This video is part of Prof. Aaron Miller's class on improving helpful behaviors and practices.