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Anger Quote by Mitch Albom

“Ruby stepped toward him. “Edward,” she said softly. It was the first time she had called him by name. “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…” quote by Mitch Albom
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““Ruby stepped toward him. “Edward,” she said softly. It was the first time she had called him by name. “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 Novel: The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Mitch Albom, 2003

Holding onto anger harms the holder more than the target; forgiveness frees the self.

In simple terms: Anger hurts you; forgive to heal.

Key Takeaway

Release resentment, protect yourself.

Themes

forgiveness self‑care emotional health

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • mental health
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

psychology inner conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What anger are you holding onto?
  • How could forgiveness change your wellbeing?
A Different Perspective

Anger can be a protective instinct, making it hard to let go.

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