Topics Thoughts & feelings

Is it normal to want revenge?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes, wanting revenge is a common reaction when you feel hurt, betrayed, or treated unfairly. Having the urge doesn’t mean you have to act on it; revenge can create more trouble than relief.

When someone hurts you, revenge can feel like a way to even the score or get some control back. Lots of people have the thought, even if they never say it out loud.

The feeling itself doesn’t make you a bad person. But acting on it can escalate the conflict and leave you with consequences you didn’t want. Giving yourself time to cool down, setting a boundary, or seeking fair accountability is usually more satisfying in the long run.

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