Ubi saeva indignatio ulterius cor lacerare nequit
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This Latin phrase translates to where savage indignation can no longer tear the heart.
- In plain terms
- A place where anger no longer hurts the heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Some anger becomes too much to bear.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What angers you beyond endurance?
- How do you cope with rage?
Another view
It assumes all indignation is justified.
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