Quote by Maya Angelou

Bitterness is like cancer. It eats upon the host. But anger is like fire. It burns it all clean.

Bitterness is like cancer. It eats upon the host. But anger

Summary

This quote suggests that bitterness, if left unchecked, can slowly destroy and consume the person harboring it, much like how cancer affects the body. On the other hand, anger, though intense and powerful like fire, has the ability to burn away all negativity and cleanse the person, potentially helping them move forward. The quote highlights the distinction between these two emotions, implying that anger, when appropriately channeled and released, can be a more constructive force compared to the lingering and corrosive nature of bitterness.

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By Maya Angelou

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