Quote by William Butler Yeats

One should not lose one's temper unless one is certain of getting more and more angry to the end.

One should not lose one's temper unless one is certain of ge

Summary

This quote suggests that getting angry or losing one's temper should only happen if one is prepared to be consumed by increasing anger until the situation has been fully addressed. It implies that losing one's temper is a deliberate choice to escalate frustration or anger, and should only occur if one is committed to allowing these emotions to intensify and see them through to their full extent. The quote serves as a reminder to carefully consider the consequences and ramifications of letting one's anger take control in any given situation.

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