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Acceptance Quote by Mitch Albom

“Learn this from me. 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 harm we do, we do to ourselves.” quote by Mitch Albom
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““Learn this from me. 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 harm we do, we do to ourselves.””

Mitch Albom

About This Quote

Source Book: The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom, 2003

Holding onto anger harms the holder more than the target, acting like a self‑destructive poison.

In simple terms: Anger hurts you more than anyone else.

Key Takeaway

Release anger to protect yourself.

Themes

emotions self‑care relationships

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • family disputes
  • workplace tension
  • inner healing

Key Concepts

psychology mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does anger affect your health?
  • What steps can you take to transform anger?
A Different Perspective

Letting go can be difficult when pain is fresh.

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