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All things Quote by Frederick Lenz

“We must control the tendencies within our being that are destructive, when we want to slam somebody else, hurt them, injure them, or push them out of the way. A reverence for life needs to be developed, in which all things are sacred.” quote by Frederick Lenz
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“We must control the tendencies within our being that are destructive, when we want to slam somebody else, hurt them, injure them, or push them out of the way. A reverence for life needs to be developed, in which all things are sacred.”

Frederick Lenz

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Love, 1995

We must restrain our destructive impulses and cultivate reverence for all life, seeing everything as sacred.

In simple terms: Control harmful urges and respect all life.

Key Takeaway

Practice compassion and self‑control.

Themes

self‑discipline compassion spirituality

Mood

calm thoughtful

Type

spiritual self‑help

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • conflict mediation
  • environmental activism
  • education

Key Concepts

mindfulness non‑violence interconnectedness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your destructive urges?
  • How can you honor life in daily actions?
A Different Perspective

Self‑control is difficult in high‑stress moments.

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