Erich Fromm noted that psychological factors underlying fascism are universal, highlighting that emotional dynamics of hatred and rage reside within most human psyches, not just specific nations.
Edith Eger's observation underscores a near-universal reality: every individual harbors the seeds for hatred and contempt that, under the right conditions, can erupt into fascism.
Trauma, particularly severe early childhood trauma, serves as the ground of destructive emotions like rage and fear, reflecting the importance of nurturing environments in human development.
The human infant expects safety and validation; trauma disrupts this process, leading to chronic negative emotional responses that can ignite destructive ideologies, including fascism.
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