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“The grudge you hold on to is like a hot coal that you intend to throw at someone, only you're the one who gets burned.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“The grudge you hold on to is like a hot coal that you intend to throw at someone, only you're the one who gets burned.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

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

Holding grudges harms the holder like a burning coal, while the intended target remains unharmed.

In simple terms: Grudges burn the holder.

Key Takeaway

Release resentment.

Themes

forgiveness inner peace self‑harm

Mood

calming empathetic

Type

moral spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • mental health
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

attachment anger management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What grudges still affect you?
  • How can you transform anger into compassion?
A Different Perspective

Letting go may be emotionally painful.

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