“The greatest remedy for anger is delay”
— Lucius Annaeus Seneca
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Waiting a bit when you're angry can help you calm down and think more clearly. Imagine you're really upset because your friend said something that hurt your feelings. If you react right away, you might say something mean back and make things worse. But if you take a moment to breathe and think, you might realize your friend didn't mean to hurt you, and you can talk to them in a calmer way. In history, leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. faced a lot of anger and frustration but chose to respond thoughtfully, which led to peaceful and effective change. By delaying your reaction when angry, you give yourself a chance to cool down and handle the situation better, making it less likely to say or do something you'll regret later.
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