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When anger enters the mind, wisdom departs.

Posted on 1 February 2016 by philosiblog

When anger enters the mind, wisdom departs – Thomas à Kempis What does that mean? Anger. In moderation it can be somewhat useful as a motivator. But how rarely is it used in moderation? It seems to run past moderation … Continue reading →

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Price your anger so expensive until no one can pay to see it.

Posted on 5 November 2015 by philosiblog

Price your anger so expensive until no one can pay to see it. – HereTheQuotess What does that mean? There are times when others push us towards anger. In my opinion, this quote is asking us to raise the price … Continue reading →

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As one falling headlong has no control over his body… so with the mind when it plunges into anger, love or the other passions.

Posted on 27 June 2014 by philosiblog

As one falling headlong has no control over his body… so with the mind when it plunges into anger, love or the other passions. – Seneca What does that mean? While the quote is from a section where he discusses … Continue reading →

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It would help if there were greater understanding that anger never helps to solve a problem.

Posted on 5 May 2014 by philosiblog

It would help if there were greater understanding that anger never helps to solve a problem. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote, to me, is about the futility of anger. Anger is many things to many people, but … Continue reading →

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Anger has this poor quality: It refuses to be ruled. Anger rages against truth itself if the truth is shown to be contrary to its own will.

Posted on 25 April 2014 by philosiblog

Anger has this poor quality: It refuses to be ruled. Anger rages against truth itself if the truth is shown to be contrary to its own will. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote details but one of the … Continue reading →

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It’s harmful to employ technology fired by anger and hatred. It can only be beneficial if we’re motivated to seek the welfare of all beings.

Posted on 23 February 2014 by philosiblog

It’s harmful to employ technology fired by anger and hatred. It can only be beneficial if we’re motivated to seek the welfare of all beings. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this is a very interesting quote, … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness is how we put a stop to anger, ill-will and a desire for revenge.

Posted on 24 November 2013 by philosiblog

Forgiveness is how we put a stop to anger, ill-will and a desire for revenge. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote, as you might imagine is about forgiveness and the power that one simple act has to change our … Continue reading →

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Warm-heartedness is the key factor that allows me to smile and be happy, even in the company of strangers.

Posted on 3 November 2013 by philosiblog

Warm-heartedness is the key factor that allows me to smile and be happy, even in the company of strangers. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? If you are feeling all mean and spiteful, how happy are you going to be? And … Continue reading →

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Anger destroys our peace of mind and causes trouble. It also hampers our ability to function properly.

Posted on 20 October 2013 by philosiblog

Anger destroys our peace of mind and causes trouble. It also hampers our ability to function properly. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? At the beginning of the quote, it talks about how anger destroys our peace of mind. I … Continue reading →

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All generalizations are dangerous, even this one.

Posted on 30 July 2013 by philosiblog

All generalizations are dangerous, even this one. – Alexandre Dumas (father, son) What does that mean? There seems to be some confusion as to which Alexandre Dumas is the author of this quote, the father or the son. However, either way, it is … Continue reading →

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Convictions are more dangerous foes of truth than lies.

Posted on 20 May 2013 by philosiblog

Convictions are more dangerous foes of truth than lies. – Nietzsche What does that mean? This is a quote from a guy who also famously said “There are no facts, only interpretations.” From that statement, I believe it is safe … Continue reading →

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Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that.

Posted on 12 May 2013 by philosiblog

Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote answers the problem it poses by stating the opposites for each of the deficiencies. Anger can be countered … Continue reading →

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Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger.

Posted on 8 March 2013 by philosiblog

Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? The more complete quote is “Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger. Fear … Continue reading →

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Scientists are discovering that while anger and hatred eat into our immune system, warm-heartedness and compassion are good for our health.

Posted on 10 February 2013 by philosiblog

Scientists are discovering that while anger and hatred eat into our immune system, warm-heartedness and compassion are good for our health. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? There have been a number of studies that link the ‘negative’ emotions with … Continue reading →

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Ask yourself, what am I doing about my anger, my attachment, my pride, my jealousy? These are the things we should check in our daily lives.

Posted on 20 January 2013 by philosiblog

Ask yourself, what am I doing about my anger, my attachment, my pride, my jealousy? These are the things we should check in our daily lives. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote is about our negative emotions and … Continue reading →

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