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Anger Quote by Dalai Lama

“Although we are all the same in not wanting problems and wanting a peaceful life, we tend to create a lot of problems for ourselves. Encountering those problems, anger develops and overwhelms our mind, which leads to violence. A good way to counter this and to work for a more peaceful world is to…” quote by Dalai Lama
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“Although we are all the same in not wanting problems and wanting a peaceful life, we tend to create a lot of problems for ourselves. Encountering those problems, anger develops and overwhelms our mind, which leads to violence. A good way to counter this and to work for a more peaceful world is to develop concern for others. Then our anger, jealousy and other destructive emotions will naturally weaken and diminish.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, 2000s

People often create problems, leading to anger and violence; caring for others reduces destructive emotions.

In simple terms: Creating problems fuels anger; caring for others calms it.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate empathy to lessen anger.

Themes

peace empathy anger violence self‑control

Mood

reflective calming

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • community building
  • stress management
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Buddhist ethics psychology social harmony

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice concern for others daily?
  • What triggers your anger most often?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest can undermine peace efforts.

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