Article – Love To Overcome Hate

As violent conflicts erupt in different parts of the world, their impact is spreading far beyond the immediate regions. We’re seeing how global unrest can seep into our own communities—sometimes even straining the bonds between people who live side by side.

In times like these, I’m reminded of what Mahatma Gandhi said: “Nafrat se nafrat khatam nahi hoti, sirf pyaar se khatam hoti hai” (Hate cannot end hate, only love can).

That’s why I’m sharing something special with you today—a powerful article by my friend Dr. Tyler VanderWeele, a Harvard professor who directs the Human Flourishing Program. His piece on how love can overcome hate isn’t just philosophy; it’s backed by years of scientific research.

Tyler’s work proves what our ancestors knew: the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family) isn’t just an ideal—it’s essential for our survival and well-being.

I urge you to:

Read Tyler’s article (link in resources below)

Reflect deeply on it

Share it with family and friends

In our divided world, understanding the science behind love and flourishing has never been more crucial.

Resources:

Tyler’s article: [Link]

Harvard Human Flourishing Program: https://hfh.fas.harvard.edu/

More resources: www.uef.org

Let’s choose love over hate, together.

About the author

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Akhilesh Gupta

Akhil Gupta is the founder and director of Universal Enlightenment Forum, a 501(c)3 corporation. He has been associated with Harvard University since 2015, first as a fellow at Advanced Leadership Initiative and later as an Impact Leader in residence in 2023. Akhil currently serves on The Dean’s Leadership Council at Harvard Divinity School, on the Advisory Board of Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program, and on the Advisory Board of Harvard’s Chan Initiative on Health and Homelessness.
He is the author of two books “Bridges Across Humanity” published in 2023 and “To Flourish is To Love Learn Play” to be published in December 2025.He was inspired to write these books while studying at Harvard University.
Prior to Harvard, he was the founder Chairman of Blackstone India & Senior Managing Director of The Blackstone Group. He also served in senior positions at Reliance Industries Limited and Hindustan Unilever
Akhil has a B.Tech from Indian Institute of Technology and an MBA from Graduate School of Business, Stanford University. He served on the Advisory Council of the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University from 2014 to 2021

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