Am Quote by Dmitry Medvedev
“I am president and do not have the right to give in to emotions. I have bad moods, very bad moods, but I never feel despair.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, 2009
A leader must suppress personal emotions, maintain composure despite mood swings.
In simple terms: Leaders control emotions.
Maintain composure under pressure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- crisis management
- negotiations
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you manage personal moods in leadership?
- What strategies help sustain resilience?
Suppressing emotions may lead to burnout.