We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch - we are going back from whence we came.
Being hurt inevitably breeds feelings of hatred towards your attacker. But when we hurt others, we have to deal with their hatred for us, and our own feelings of guilt. But knowing what it feels like to be hurt is exactly why we try to be kind to others. That's what makes us human.