Quote by Bertrand Russell

Wherever one finds oneself inclined to bitterness, it is a sign of emotional failure: a larger heart, and a greater self-restraint, would put a calm autumnal sadness in the place of the instinctive outcry of pain.

Wherever one finds oneself inclined to bitterness, it is a s

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone is inclined towards bitterness, it indicates an emotional failure on their part. It suggests that having a bigger heart, along with practicing greater self-restraint, would allow one to replace their instinctive outburst of pain with a more serene and composed state of sadness. In other words, the quote emphasizes the importance of managing emotions and responding to challenges with a sense of internal calmness rather than allowing bitterness to take over.

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By Bertrand Russell

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