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What does it mean?
Even an ordinary person can be roused to fierce anger by great events or hypocrisy.
In plain terms
Big events can ignite fierce anger in anyone.
What can you take from it?
Recognize triggers that can provoke strong reactions.

Where it applies

  • political scandals
  • social injustice

Putting it to work

  • channel anger into constructive action

Questions to consider

  • What fuels your anger?
  • How can you use it productively?

Another view

Some people remain calm despite provocation.

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