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Affection Quote by John Tillotson

“Malice and hatred are very fretting and vexatious, and apt to make our minds sore and uneasy; but he that can moderate these affections will find ease in his mind.” quote by John Tillotson
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“Malice and hatred are very fretting and vexatious, and apt to make our minds sore and uneasy; but he that can moderate these affections will find ease in his mind.”

John Tillotson

About This Quote

Balancing strong negative emotions like malice and hatred prevents mental distress; moderation brings inner calm.

In simple terms: Controlling anger and hatred eases the mind.

Key Takeaway

Practice emotional moderation for peace.

Themes

emotional health self‑control mental peace

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships
  • stress management

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you recognize when anger is useful?
  • What steps help you temper resentment?
A Different Perspective

Over‑moderation may suppress healthy assertiveness.

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