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“When we are angry, killing people is too superficial.” quote by Marshall B. Rosenberg
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“When we are angry, killing people is too superficial.”

Marshall B. Rosenberg

About This Quote

Source Book: Nonviolent Communication, 2003, chapter on anger

Violence is a shallow response to anger; deeper empathy needed

In simple terms: Killing is superficial, true resolution requires understanding

Key Takeaway

Seek empathy, not aggression, when angry

Themes

conflict empathy violence

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal disputes
  • community mediation
  • restorative justice
  • parenting conflicts

Key Concepts

Nonviolent communication emotional intelligence moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice empathy in a dangerous situation?
  • What alternatives exist when empathy fails?
A Different Perspective

Empathy alone may not stop immediate threats

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