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I plead with you to control your tempers, to put a smile…

“I plead with you to control your tempers, to put a smile upon your faces, which will erase anger; speak out with words of love and peace, appreciation, and respect. If you will do this, your lives will be without regret. Your marriages and family relationships will be preserved. You will be much…” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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““I plead with you to control your tempers, to put a smile upon your faces, which will erase anger; speak out with words of love and peace, appreciation, and respect. If you will do this, your lives will be without regret. Your marriages and family relationships will be preserved. You will be much happier. You will do greater good. You will feel a sense of peace that will be wonderful.””

Gordon B. Hinckley

About This Quote

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

Controlling temper, smiling, speaking love, and showing respect lead to regret‑free lives, happy families, and greater good.

In simple terms: Kindness and calm create peace and happiness.

Key Takeaway

Practice love, respect, and calm daily.

Themes

family peace emotional regulation

Mood

hopeful encouraging

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • parenting
  • conflict resolution
  • community building

Key Concepts

ethics positive psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you replace anger with love?
  • What daily habits foster lasting peace?
A Different Perspective

Maintaining calm can be difficult in high‑stress situations.

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