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“Anger is the mother of a whole brood of evil actions. Divorce too often is the bitter fruit of anger.” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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“Anger is the mother of a whole brood of evil actions. Divorce too often is the bitter fruit of anger.”

Gordon B. Hinckley

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1995

Anger breeds harmful actions and can lead to bitter outcomes like divorce.

In simple terms: Anger causes evil deeds and marital problems.

Key Takeaway

Control anger to prevent harm.

Themes

anger relationships consequences

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

advice warning

When to use this quote

  • family counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

emotional regulation marital stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you recognize anger early?
  • What steps can you take to calm before reacting?
A Different Perspective

Anger is sometimes a natural response, not always destructive.

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