About Quote by Lonnie Earl Johnson
“I do get angry some time, but if I let that feeling take over it would only cloud my thinking and disable me from making the right decision when it counts the most. I just try to think about my mother, children, God, and of course my freedom.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business magazine, 2010
He controls anger by focusing on higher values, preventing poor decisions.
In simple terms: He avoids anger by thinking of loved ones and freedom.
Key Takeaway
Use values to manage emotions.
Themes
emotional regulation
values
decision making
Mood
calm
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- stressful meetings
- leadership moments
- personal crises
Key Concepts
Self‑control
ethical reasoning
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide you in anger?
- How can you practice this habit?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult in intense moments.
