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Anger Quote by Susan Cooper

“Somewhere in Barney's mind, as a spark flickers and finds tinder and blazes up into a flame, a small light of resentment flared suddenly into a crossness that burned away fear.” quote by Susan Cooper
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““Somewhere in Barney's mind, as a spark flickers and finds tinder and blazes up into a flame, a small light of resentment flared suddenly into a crossness that burned away fear.””

Susan Cooper

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dark is by Susan Cooper, 1977

A fleeting spark of resentment can ignite into a blaze that consumes fear, turning anxiety into anger.

In simple terms: Resentment can quickly become anger, erasing fear.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and calm resentment before it escalates.

Themes

emotion anger fear psychology

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • workplace tension
  • relationship disputes

Key Concepts

cognitive escalation emotional triggers

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your resentment?
  • How can you transform fear without anger?
A Different Perspective

If fear is unaddressed, resentment may not arise.

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