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“You clearly hate to yield, but you will regret it when your anger has passed. Such natures are justly the hardest for themselves to bear.” quote by Sophocles
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“You clearly hate to yield, but you will regret it when your anger has passed. Such natures are justly the hardest for themselves to bear.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

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

Resisting anger leads to regret; self‑control is essential.

In simple terms: Holding back anger prevents later remorse.

Key Takeaway

Practice patience.

Themes

anger regret self‑control virtue

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships
  • leadership decisions

Key Concepts

tragic flaw emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your anger?
  • How can you channel it constructively?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex emotions.

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