Anger Quote by Mitch Albom
“Holding anger is a poison. It eats you from inside. We think that hating is a weapon that attacks the person who harmed us. But hatred is a curved blade. And the harms we do, we do to ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom, 1997
Holding onto anger harms the holder more than the target, acting like a self‑inflicted wound.
In simple terms: Anger hurts you more than anyone else.
Release resentment to protect yourself.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal healing
- mental health
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal benefits might you gain by letting go of resentment?
- How does holding anger affect your physical health?
Anger can sometimes motivate necessary change, so total suppression may stall growth.