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Funny....I do not remember accusing someone of cowardice, but instead a mindset, nor do I have an opponent. I was stating a fact (thus the meaning behind the term Phobia), and asking a question. If indeed you are implying that you are homophobic or racist, that would be a different story. Yet I would still prefer not to be considered an opponent, rather I would be very interested in finding out what the reasoning behing these feelings could be.
The only logical (to me) reason for either of these states of mind would be fear, as I dislike the term ignorance. Even the ignorant excuse is limited however, as one can always gain knowledge and subdue such things. Thus we are again left with fear, whether as suggested it is of a loss of power/control, or a fear of understanding that which is different.
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Holding onto anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned. - Buddha
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