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Anger Quote by Nhat Hanh

“Whenever anger comes up, take out a mirror and look at yourself. When you are angry, you are not very beautiful.” quote by Nhat Hanh
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“Whenever anger comes up, take out a mirror and look at yourself. When you are angry, you are not very beautiful.”

Nhat Hanh

About This Quote

Source Teaching: Mindfulness Practice, 1990s

Anger reflects inner turmoil; self‑reflection reveals its source, encouraging personal growth.

In simple terms: Look at yourself when angry.

Key Takeaway

Use self‑awareness to calm anger.

Themes

mindfulness self‑reflection emotional regulation

Mood

calm introspective

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict
  • personal stress
  • relationships

Key Concepts

ego inner critic

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your anger?
  • How can you transform anger into compassion?
A Different Perspective

Self‑reflection may be uncomfortable or insufficient alone.

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