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What does it mean?
Physical weakness often shows up as irritability.
In plain terms
Weak bodies can become irritable.
What can you take from it?
Maintain health to keep a calm mind.

Where it applies

  • workplace stress
  • personal fitness

Putting it to work

  • exercise regularly
  • manage sleep

Questions to consider

  • How does health affect temperament?
  • Can mental training offset physical weakness?

Another view

Not all irritability stems from physical weakness.

More from Mahatma Gandhi

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  2. Civility is the most difficult part of satyagraha.

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  3. Service without humility is selfishness and egotism.

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