People compare someone with a donkey

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The discussion centers around the use of the term "donkey" as an insult in various languages, including English. Participants explore the reasons behind this comparison, noting that donkeys are often perceived as stubborn due to their refusal to follow commands. However, some argue that this behavior should not be labeled as stubbornness but rather as a form of independence. The conversation also touches on the intelligence of donkeys, highlighting their cleverness and unique personality traits. Additionally, it is suggested that name-calling often stems from projection, where individuals project their own insecurities onto others. Overall, the dialogue emphasizes the complexity of the donkey metaphor and encourages a deeper understanding of its implications.
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Not only in English do I see people compare someone with a donkey, in my native language it too is used the same

Why does someone compare me with a donkey ? I think I am pretty smart
 
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Donkeys are quite smart infact...

Its probably the fact that they are or can be very stubborn.
 


Why do you think it is stubborn ? it doesn't accept to do what someone tells it, that is not stubborn, only refusing.
 


Believe me, they are stubborn, I have two...
 


donkeys are cool...
 


maybe the only reason they called you that is because someone called 'them' that before---don't worry about if you can---often people call other people names is because of 'projection' ---look it up on wiki
 
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