A quick temper will make a fool of you soon enough.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Quick temper leads to foolish behavior and poor judgment.
- In plain terms
- Losing your temper makes you look foolish.
- What can you take from it?
- Control anger to avoid looking foolish.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did anger cost you dignity?
- How can you cool down faster?
Another view
Anger can sometimes protect boundaries.
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