Quote by Thomas Fuller

Two things a man should never be angry at: what he can help, and what he cannot help.

Two things a man should never be angry at: what he can help,

Summary

This quote suggests that there are two types of situations that a person should avoid getting angry over. Firstly, one should not be angry at things that they have the ability to change or control. This implies that it is better to take action and find solutions instead of venting anger towards such matters. Secondly, it advises against being angry at things that are beyond one's control. This implies that it is futile to get upset over circumstances that cannot be changed, and it is wiser to accept and adapt to them with a calm mindset.

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By Thomas Fuller

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