Angry Quote by Harry Stack Sullivan
“When people approach you angrily, you take them very seriously, and, if you're like me, with the faint suggestion that you can be angry too, and that you would like to know what the shooting is about”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Interpersonal Theory of Psychiatry", 1953
Take angry people seriously, acknowledging their anger, and respond with calm curiosity about their underlying concerns.
In simple terms: Treat anger with seriousness and gentle inquiry.
Key Takeaway
Listen, acknowledge, and ask about the cause.
Themes
communication
empathy
conflict
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal arguments
- workplace disputes
- family disagreements
Key Concepts
psychology
anger
interpersonal
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay calm when faced with anger?
- What questions reveal the root of someone's anger?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as confrontational if not handled gently.
