Anger Quote by Nelson Mandela
“Sometime, holding on to anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Prison Release Address, 1990
Holding onto anger harms the holder more than the target.
In simple terms: Anger is self‑destructive.
Release resentment for personal peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal healing
- relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you gain by letting go?
- How can anger be transformed product
Anger can be a catalyst for change if channeled.