Anger Quote by John Dryden
“Anger will never disappear so long as thoughts of resentment are cherished in the mind. Anger will disappear just as soon as thoughts of resentment are forgotten.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Meditations of John Dryden, 1680
Holding onto resentment fuels ongoing anger; releasing it ends the anger.
In simple terms: Resentment fuels anger; letting go ends it.
Key Takeaway
Release grudges to calm anger.
Themes
anger
resentment
emotional health
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- stress management
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What grudges are you holding?
- How can you practice forgiveness?
A Different Perspective
If resentment is deep, letting go may be difficult.
