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Anger Quote by Marianne Williamson

“The ego mind both professes its desire for love and does everything possible to repel it, or if it gets here anyway, to sabotage it. That is why dealing with issues like control, anger, and neediness is the most important work in preparing ourselves for love.” quote by Marianne Williamson
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“The ego mind both professes its desire for love and does everything possible to repel it, or if it gets here anyway, to sabotage it. That is why dealing with issues like control, anger, and neediness is the most important work in preparing ourselves for love.”

Marianne Williamson

About This Quote

Source Book: A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson, 1992

The ego resists love, either by pushing it away or sabotaging it, so confronting control, anger, and neediness is essential preparation for genuine love.

In simple terms: The ego blocks love; we must work on control, anger, and neediness.

Key Takeaway

Address inner resistance to love.

Themes

love ego personal growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • personal therapy
  • self‑help workshops
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality attachment theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you notice ego sabotage in relationships?
  • What steps can you take to calm control and neediness?
A Different Perspective

The ego’s sabotage can be subtle and may persist despite conscious effort.

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