Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.
Founder of Buddhism
Attributed, often cited in various Buddhist texts and teachings.
c. 5th century BCE
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"Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame."
Philosophical"Chaos is inherent in all compounded things. Strive on with diligence."
Humorous"The pleasant and the unpleasant, the agreeable and the disagreeable, are not in things themselves, but in us."
Strange & Unusual"The one who is wise, established in virtue, knows the meaning of words, has a tranquil mind, and has abandoned craving, is truly called a sage."
Philosophical"What we think, we become."
Strange & Unusual