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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.'” quote by Dalai Lama
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“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.'”

Dalai Lama

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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.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate calm and compassion.

Themes

happiness emotion well‑being

Mood

reflective serene

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • stress management
  • mental health

Key Concepts

mindfulness emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you transform anger into constructive energy?
  • What practices help maintain inner peace?
A Different Perspective

Anger may be a temporary motivator but harms long‑term joy.

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