Anger Quote by Dalai Lama
“Compassion suits our physical condition, whereas anger, fear and distrust are harmful to our well-being. Therefore, just as we learn the importance of physical hygiene to physical health, to ensure healthy minds, we need to learn some kind of emotional hygiene.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2010, World Economic Forum
Emotional hygiene—cultivating compassion and managing negative emotions—is vital for mental health, akin to physical hygiene.
In simple terms: Emotional health needs care.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion daily.
Themes
mental health
compassion
well‑being
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- individuals
- therapists
- educators
- workplaces
Key Concepts
emotional hygiene
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice compassion under stress?
- What habits promote emotional hygiene?
A Different Perspective
Compassion can be difficult in hostile environments.
