Feuds: Is Revenge a Dish Best Served Cold?

This week on My Vicious Love, after a nearly six-month hiatus, I am back with a bang to tackle a topic that may seem taboo but resonates deeply in everyone’s life: feuds and revenge. From personal experiences to profound losses, feuds have shaped relationships in ways we often overlook. Is seeking revenge the best way to settle old scores, or does it only deepen the wounds?

In this episode, I’ll dive into the complexities of feuds with friends and family, exploring the emotional and psychological impacts they leave behind. Through my own stories of conflict and resolution, I’ll shed light on the motivations behind revenge and whether it truly serves as closure or simply fuels more pain. Let’s break down the notion of revenge, its consequences, and whether there’s a better way to heal from betrayal. Join me as we uncover the layers of this powerful, often hidden, part of human interaction.

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