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“have long time holden my peace; I have been still, and refrained myself: now will I cry like a travailing woman; I will destroy and devour at once.” quote by Anonymous
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““have long time holden my peace; I have been still, and refrained myself: now will I cry like a travailing woman; I will destroy and devour at once.””

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About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker describes a sudden shift from calm restraint to intense, destructive anger.

In simple terms: From calm to fierce rage.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and manage rising anger.

Themes

anger selfcontrol transformation

Mood

tense urgent

Type

emotional warning

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • relationship breakdown
  • stressful work environment

Key Concepts

emotional volatility selfrestraint destructive impulse

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your sudden anger?
  • How can you channel intense emotions constructively?
A Different Perspective

Anger may have underlying causes that need addressing.

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