"The intention to act violently is accompanied by strong feelings of physical distress."

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"How we traverse the space between us when conflict arises has a profound effect on the health and longevity of our relationships."

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"When you give certain unnecessary people the reason and permission to oppose you, give them the power and strength to oppose you."

"Sadly, it seems that I have the proclivity to create plenty of devils, but most of the time I don't even go looking for angels."

"His strike force stood around him, craning their necks, in awe of the massive emptiness all around. He was almost sorry to pull his attention back to the small, vaguely intimate necessities of violence."

"When the line started to blur between the fans and the players, sometimes things can get ugly."

"Does giving your piece of mind, bring a peace of mind? Or is it better to be silent and let the war inside subside?"

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