Anger Quote by Dalai Lama
“Happiness cannot come from hatred or anger. Nobody can say, 'Today I am happy because this morning I was angry.' On the contrary, people feel uneasy and sad and say, 'Today I am not very happy, because I lost my temper this morning.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, date unknown
Happiness cannot be built on negative emotions; anger and hatred undermine well‑being and create inner unrest.
In simple terms: Happiness needs positive feelings, not anger.
Cultivate calm and compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- stress management
- mental health
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you transform anger into constructive energy?
- What practices help maintain inner peace?
Anger may be a temporary motivator but harms long‑term joy.