Is Anger Actually a Good Thing? | The Seven Deadly Sins | ANGER

This video series explores the Seven Deadly Sins as a Christian concept and beyond. What’s so bad about these sins? How do they apply to present-day life and society, and how can they influence our well-being and the well-being of those around us? And can non-Christians benefit from this concept? This essay delves into the emotion of anger and its corresponding sin: wrath.
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#sevendeadlysins #anger #stoicism
00:00 - Intro
03:05 - Anger as a sin
09:57 - Anger Explored
14:35 - Destructive Anger
17:44 - The Verdict

Do you support Aristotle's or Seneca's view on anger? And why so?

[@misbahullah6636]

I am a sufi's disciple and thier views are similar to Sufism views upon anger

[@misbahullah6636]

Aristotle is more nearer to reality of our life

[@hazemahmed6943]

They're both right in their own viewpoints. But I'd rather agree with Seneca. And if anger is a double-edged sword, then it's better to not use such a weapon. "Before you act out of anger, think of the consequences"

[@misbahullah6636]

It would be unnatural or foolish behavior if someone is going to harm one's child or close relative and one is either not angry or busy in controlling his anger

[@Sheepheadz]

once people lose their anger they lose their will then they lose their soul.

[@brewberry3894]

Too many times was i sad when someone broke my heart, when i should have been angry. If someone disrespects you you should definitely tell them and set boundaries. Even if that means ending a relationship.

[@sabirahmed3585]

The antagonist character "Majin Kaioh" from Hokuto No Ken 2 can be a great example how anger can be both useful & destructive at the same time. The father & son with hammering nails into wood example you gave, fits pefectly with him. Kaioh on the other hand, held onto his anger and pinned down every nail in the woods in a designed manner so it doesn't look ugly. Built himself up, gained so much power so that he could shape the world in his own image, became the strongest user of Anryu Tenha, and arguably the strongest character ever in HnK universe. But at the end, his anger turned into wrath out of sheer hatred, and he killed his own sister, cut ties with his blood brothers, and tried to kill his own brother-in-arms just for his own satisfaction. It was as if his wood was filled so much with nails that only the iron was visible and not a single bit of the wood. In the end, he found himself regretting what he did, shedding tears as he let go of his demonic tendencies, and returned to humility. But his wooden board was filled with nails so much so that it couldn't be recognizable or redeemable anymore, so he ended his own life.

[@user-xp6sc6su9c]

you are completely right, Advisors have information and paths that are not disclosed to the public.. I profited £560k in 2022 under the tutelage of my Fiduciary-counselor. Am I selling? Absolutely not.. I am going to sit back and observe how this all plays out.

[@amulyamalhi]

My late father used to say 'An Individual who has immense control over one's Anger has conquered the World.'

[@akitodaisuke6532]

He was mistaken

[@i_am_a_ghost6]

You need to be clever and manipulative to conquer the world. Also, IQ, physical strength and beauty are a bonus. In every case emotional intelligence > IQ. Or maybe I'm completely wrong. Or maybe I'm right. I don't know. So, don't take my comment seriously. There are a lot of factors required to conquer the world. So, I can't say if anger is useful or not in conquering the world. A proper research by scientist is needed.

[@i_am_a_ghost6]

I do agree that you need to not get angry to think rationally. And that will help you think clearly.

[@arizonacolour8793]

​@@akitodaisuke6532mistaken and quoting someone else

[@thrty8street]

@@i_am_a_ghost6 you are correct in your analysis. However, I believe the quote is to be understood in its metaphorical meaning, not literal.

[@dm4life579]

Anger is a teacher. It teaches us about things in life that we cannot control. Processing anger and letting go of it is the path to a tranquil and virtuous life.

[@CashCreep]

cope you can control things you get angry about, but everyone (myself included) finds that too difficult

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@CashCreepspeak for yourself, just cause yoj havent fond the way doesnt mwan others havent

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@CashCreepnow of course some things are harder than others which is why you pick your battles and start small

[@Dowlphin]

Generally one of the best things one can do in the pursuit of enlightenment is to create a self-observer awareness, a part of the mind looking at oneself as if it was a different person.

[@michaelkorenberg1313]

Forgiveness is the medicine to the poison of anger.

[@fluentinoverthinking]

I was suppressing anger my whole life until my therapist asked me if I ever get angry and I said 'Not really. I am a kind person'. I will remember the expression of her face till the rest of my life😂 we started working on this issue and turned out it was one of the main causes of my problems. Now, at 24, I learn how to feel anger and not be afraid to let someone know they made me angry. Feels like I'd been living my life defenseless 😢

[@Mantras-and-Mystics]

Yes. It's annoying, often debilitating. it's deemed unacceptable to express anger - even in a healthy way. My thoughts on this are that people are so afraid of their own anger, that they try and shut it down in others. Whereas, if it were okay to at least express our true feelings (like when our boundaries have been crossed) then anger would not become this huge issue everyone makes it out to be. If you provoke or tease an animal, we're not surprised if it gets annoyed, then starts lashing out. Animals don't have filters placed on them. Unfortunately for us, we somehow have to operate around huge energy blockages placed on us by society - and that we maintain because we fear for our survival.

[@fluentinoverthinking]

@@Mantras-and-Mystics , this is so true. I like you analogy with animals. Dogs (if they are mentally stable) always growl before biting. I think humans should understand that growling is okay.

[@Rushexe]

Sounds similar to the advice my therapist gave me. The goal is not to try and never be angry, that's impossible. Instead, it's to know how to manage it, control it, defuse it, etc. When there's a river in our way, we can't just wish the water out of existence, but we can build a dam.

[@johnnyearp52]

​@@fluentinoverthinkingIt is even ok to bite if the situation requires it!

[@Dowlphin]

Emotional suppression is pretty much the 'game of the devil', so to speak, because it is done out of fear of punishment by society for inconveniencing others with portrayal of what they are too afraid to do. Emotion has a special relation with absolute truth since there is no right or wrong about the phenomenon itself, and expressing anger is more honorable than not doing it, the latter being a deception and self-deception. As someone who loves to serve the truth, I take little issue with someone speaking angrily towards me but much issue if someone speaks deceptively to me. Expression anger, in our society and its norms, is often an expression of courage. But there is also portrayed, acted anger, deliberately chosen from servitude to the lie and lust for its power. It is actually more like aggression than real anger emotion, so it can be easy to recognize.

[@Red88Rex]

I don’t consider myself an angry person, im very mellow. However, i was raised by two narcissistic, neglectful, awful excuses for parents. They have caused me lifelong mental issues from the trauma. Whats important here is I was able to go no contact with both of them as an adult. It was the hardest thing I ever did, but it gave me the space to stop the bleeding and dissect what I’d been through and what it had done to my brain. While there’s a lot of pressure and temptation to reunite with my mother, I cannot do it. And it’s that anger that makes me strong enough to hold onto the NC. I was failed by both of them and I struggle every single day of my life because of their neglect and abuse. They don’t deserve a relationship with me. I actually hate them, and it is what makes sure I do not make the mistake of letting them in again. It lights a fire under my ass to make damn sure I take care of myself and support myself fully. I’d rather die on the streets than ever ask them for help. I do what I need to do.

[@crs_stl]

You can forgive them without giving them access to you… forgiveness takes time. Just be patient with yourself

[@silverlining6259]

Same,but I don’t blame my parents anymore for any of my shortcomings. They made me tough to make it in this world! They had a bad childhood as well and didn’t know any better unfortunately. I forgave them and I’m accountable for my actions now,yes I was a victim as a child,but not any longer. There are no victims only volunteers.

[@silverlining6259]

@@crs_stlagree! I forgave mine but I don’t see them anymore.❤

[@TitoCarlonCF]

Anger has ruined every great opportunity for myself. All these years I tried suppressing it when in actuality it was making me lash out more often and more violently. Honestly my own anger scares me because it’s like a switch, then the regrets come every time. Damn I just wanna hold a stable job for atleast more than a year.

[@HumbleOwl]

The main purpose for a human to feel anger is to take us out of fear and up to the level of courage to do something about it. That could be the courage to fight, flee and even the courage to forgive and let go.

[@7856841]

💯💯💯

[@JohnJJSchmidt]

So what was Cain to do about the anger (I saw something that said he was "distressed" but we'll use anger) he felt about god rejecting his offering? It wasn't like God told him "it wasn't enough" or "the grain can be better, up your skills." It was just flat rejected. What level of courage did he need to attain to "do something about it"? Finding the courage to just let go is denying that the initial pain is valid or a natural response. Especially when the one presenting the challenge is god and supposedly the arbiter of justice and fairness.

[@7856841]

@@JohnJJSchmidt I think it illustrates that anger can manifest in two ways, revenge or repentance leading to progress. Revenge representing the lack of courage needed to repent and rebuild. Like the story of Job, he has no idea the devil has made a bid over his soul, while he does question God’s will he does not fold.

[@johnnyearp52]

​@@JohnJJSchmidtGod in the Old Testament is hardly a God of fairness. But Cain obviously overreacted.

[@biggstravels1851]

Got any proof for that claim or you just talking?

[@fynnroovers4267]

Possibly, an idea for a next video is how Stoic Philosophers view people pleasing. This seems to be a very relevant topic and I would love to get a stoic perspective of this :)

[@renticat]

Anger is emotion because you know you are powerless but then this sense of wrong doing and injustice burning your heart because if you have power you never be angry you do something about it.

[@murilo9992]

Lately the only thing that keeps me going is anger and resentment, I hate my life so bad, that hate is the only thing that makes me work for change. The problem is that anger is too powerful, it's so easy to get burned out and depressed. It's like playing with fire.

[@levity90]

I feel you.

[@normanosborn1277]

Same. It's like the Kaioken technique.

[@murilo9992]

@@normanosborn1277 lol great analogy!

[@crs_stl]

What is the worst that could happen if you stop being angry?

[@levity90]

@@crs_stl you lose an innate part of being human. Anger like every other emotion has its utility. It's just a matter of not letting it be out of control. People naturally have different temperaments and different things that drive them.

[@therecogniser2122]

This is the fullest analyze we could get.

[@GodEmperorTitan]

"Anger is a place where people who can't stand sadness turn to" - Kentaro Muira 'Berserk'

[@kentinjivek]

I’m studying Buddhism since one year and half and controlling anger in a big city is a real challenge but it ‘s important to do my best, personally, to follow the right path and not act with wrath afterwards. Thanks for your channel (Michu🙂)

[@Dowlphin]

How to be a buddhist in NYC: "Bloody fucking excuse me, sir. Would you kindly fucking move your shopping cart out of the fucking way so I can get the fuck past. I would be most fucking appreciative and grateful for the gesture, thank you most fucking sincerely and may you be blessed with all the fucking peace in the world." 😆

[@irobot9250]

I view anger as a secondary emotion, it gives a sense of urgency to the task at hand- with the cain and abel story, Cain felt hurt and abandoned when god rejected his offering. My personal belief is what makes anger different from wrath is the focus of the emotion- anger is aiming to protect yourself and wrath is aiming to destroy whatever is causing you problems. My personal view of anger is, it's your body's way of saying, handle this ASAP.

[@Dowlphin]

Like when life urges you to punch a wall?

[@becomingdauntless8821]

I've been a Christian for over 15 years and anger is something I've struggled with even to this day. Over the years, I have improved with managing this emotion and I've had to learn the hard way because it has costed me at certain points in life. One thing I believe and have learnt is that its okay to feel angry whatever the reason but you don't always have to act on it and yes you shouldn't linger there as it actually affects your mental, spiritual and physical health. When you feel angry, you will always have a choice as to how to 'react' and that's where virtues like self control and patience play their part otherwise you end up saying/doing something you might regret. Even if I get angry and show my temper which happens maybe every now and then, I accept where I went wrong and try to learn from it. Its a process for everyone I believe.

[@joannaedwards6325]

You make very good points. Patience is important.

[@Dowlphin]

But regret might be of two types: 1) Really hurting someone innocent. 2) Receiving petty punishment for expressing instead of suppressing like the norm. The second type is a kind of challenge to a system to learn to accept negative emotion so that people can learn to transform it, lest nothing good comes into the system from outside. It comes back to anger possibly being a neutral tool and its merit being determined by what quality of virtue motivates it.

[@sneakerbabeful]

​@@Dowlphin I am slowly learning that it's ok to say "I feel angry when ..." in a calm voice, without cursing or insults. However, many people react negatively even when anger is expressed calmly.

[@Dowlphin]

@@sneakerbabeful That means you are bringing something out in them that they have so little control over that a mere mention makes it boil up. Alternatively they have very much control over it and deliberately wield it. Pain suppression is one thing, but whether someone got beaten into it or wears it proudly as a lifestyle makes a significant difference at least for how much hope is there for positive change in them. There is a document I cannot mention here that deals with the harm done by society's rampant emotional invalidation, part of which is the by now infamous "positive thinking" ideology.

[@Dowlphin]

@@SirJonHarringtonBlumpkinThe8th Yep, thought shapes language and language shapes thought.

[@godofsun9540]

In neurology, anger is the chemical imbalance of various neurotransmitters (which creates negative emotions) and on the other hand, gratitude is the balance of all neurotransmitters...great video

[@Dowlphin]

That seems like a self-validating belief. If there are reasons for acting differently in different situations, then each function has their purpose and calling it an imbalance would be like saying a traing going at full speed is in balance and every reduction of its capable maximum speed is an imbalance of energy flow.

[@weebler]

16:33 this is such an impactful story and lesson. It resonates so deeply with me.

[@DasosBeats]

I think that anger itself is a part of being human that can't be neglected. But there's still a huge difference between just feeling the emotion of anger and acting out on it and or indulging in it. I have the feeling that always suppressing anger over a long period of time will lead to an accumulation that will sooner or later explode in an extreme and uncontrolled way. So what I think is best is to let the emotion (in this case anger) happen when it arises whilst not acting out on it but also not trying to suppress it.

[@OzzyMcBean]

I'm not too sure. I've repressed a lot of anger for many years and that's helped me to control when, and how much I act on it. I don't think I ever act out of incontrollable anger or wrath. I do choose to employ levels of controlled aggression if I deem it beneficial to the situation, normally towards others who I imagine will understand that language or respond more preferably to aggression than to addressing my issues constructively.

[@joeker6220]

Disagree If you feel like its accumulated then find another way to release it. Exercise, art, meditation etc

[@OzzyMcBean]

Fyt me.

[@DasosBeats]

@@joeker6220 that's exactly what I meant by just feeling it without acting on it. My way of doing it is going to the gym and just let the anger flow without putting "fuel" into it. Just letting it go without interacting in it.

[@DasosBeats]

@@OzzyMcBean i do get what you mean but our points aren't that far away from each other actually. (At least I think so) I don't mean when you're angry to just let it out externally. My point was more of a internal way to deal with anger. So basically you are suppressing it "externally" because you're not showing it to the outside in the form of aggression to others or shouting, but rather just feeling the emotion inside of yourself until its gone without putting more fuel into it and growing the flame so to speak.

[@candyw3991]

LOVING THIS SERIES SO MUCH!!! THANK YOU FOR INCLUDING CHRISTIANITY !

[@IRumburakI]

Let me put Seneca in place. Anger is such powerful motivator, that especially for people with depressions who struggle to get by, it can be intoxicating. In a way an antidote to depressions. But for it to actually work beneficially, it needs to be managed with high precision and you still want to avoid it as much as possible.

[@FantasmaOlvidado1]

Put Seneca in his place? How petulant

[@joannaedwards6325]

I was taught that depression is often caused by UNEXPRESSED ANGER.

[@dm4life579]

Anger is simply rejection of reality. An event that happened and we didn't accept it. There is never a reason to be angry or a reason to act on anger. We must let our actions be guided by reason, and wisdom is the highest form of reason that leads us ultimately to the highest good.

[@joannaedwards6325]

@@dm4life579 Sounds good. I'm learning this but it is slow going for me But it is the more spiritually aware way to be.

[@johnnyearp52]

I am skeptical of depression being repressed anger. Maybe it is so but I would like to see some research.

[@boomba-rh4ss]

I wish you continued the 7 Deadly Sins series, all the videos are so good. I hope there’s more to come 😢

[@tytoalba6573]

This is a great video. Not many people work to understand it. This has helped me with some anger I was worried about having. Turns out, it was justified.

[@tamaratzarina7183]

Love your calm voice

[@joannaedwards6325]

Same here. I've had a crush on this Dutchman for a long time. His voice is soothing.

[@punkmoose3962]

Thank you for this video! This is a topic I have felt conflicted on for a while but think I'm settled on Seneca's view now. I rarely feel anger but know that in cases where "righteous anger" may be considered warranted, anger can only muddy the proper course of action. If you can spell out why something is wrong and what needs to be done to remedy it, that is what needs to be done; no more, no less. Acting on anger can only divert the proper reasoned course of action.

[@WisdomForYouFromAncientTimes]

Anger can be productive and used positive, but most of the time it damages people and makes them ugly.

[@knighthawk882]

The Bible is clear about SLOW to anger. It doesn't say don't ever get angry. There is place for righteous anger. Some situations it's called for

[@sekhetfoster]

Wow! A very comprehensive study of anger. Much appreciated! 🙏

[@davidschantz5363]

Thank you for giving the different intellectual discussions of anger. Well done!

[@jeffreyparker7900]

i don't know why people don't embrace anger,and re-direct that anger into constructive behaviors and habits.

[@mrawesomelivshere]

Your videos are brilliant 😁 I love the unbiased, factual presentations, mixed with your perspective and understanding of human nature ♥️♥️ Well done!

[@Bodyknowledge77]

I've been abused by various people in my life. At times I need to "rage meditate" to clean out the "emotional colon"(so to speak). Current struggles/situations bring up past suffering. At 10:00 minutes certainly extra resonates. I often think about how my justifiable anger could have turned intensely wrathful in various instances but I found ways to get through those moments. Not typing I've always been "perfect" though. Thanks for reading and making

[@MattAngiono]

Lol. Nice metaphor

[@Dowlphin]

People should just consider that grief is a negative emotion but after a good cry one feels relieved, unburdened, refreshed, and we should not only cultivate that awareness but also transfer it to other negative emotions. Not venting anger leads to liver problems, among other things. It accumulates in the body as muscle tensions, quite easily understandable as the muscle actions taken in a fit of anger but remaining in the body, unexpressed. The mind's intention still drives the experience, but the physical release is blocked.

[@MattAngiono]

@Dowlphin there's actually evidence to suggest that "venting" anger makes it worse. We think we are making it better but really we are solidifying the emotion in our psyche. Better to just rewire your brain to deal with anger differently in the first place. If you understand the process, this is absolutely possible. Once you know that it has a negative effect, you can predispose yourself to rarely if ever get angry at all. I'm speaking from experience....

[@Dowlphin]

@@MattAngiono Of course one can develop towards less anger tendency, but as long as the personality entertains it, it should not be suppressed. And it might not be right for the situation to not express anger when there are people who simply don't respond to anything else to abandon their wicked ways. If you then try to condition away from an anger tendency, there is a risk of deluding yourself, i.e. intellectualized anger suppression instead of forced anger suppression.

[@MattAngiono]

@Dowlphin it's not suppression if you don't actually get angry anymore. Plus, I'm going off of evidence from actual psychology studies that show that acting out on your anger amplifies it. Anger doesn't solve anything effectively. I learned this early on in martial arts, because people often think you get some boost from the rage. In reality, you become less aware of your surroundings and less likely to effectively act in a conflict. You don't have to agree, but when there's enough evidence to swing entire studies towards this conclusion, you should at least consider that you may have a flawed model about negative emotions. I think the core of that comes from the concept that you must "suppress" them. You can work through negative emotions without suppressing them and without acting upon them. Part of this is just realizing that emotions aren't always rational. Wait 5 minutes and they often change. If not, wait a few more, do a practice that benefits you, like exercise or playing music, and see what happens. I use it all the time when things aren't ideal. These emotions don't return with a fury, they just become forgotten relics of my past. And I dealt with VERY SERIOUS depression and anger issues at various points in my young life

[@upperiscopeUK]

A gentle exposition of some important ideas, this is a valuable short video clip that distils a great deal of wisdom into a few moments.

Thank you, sir :)

[@thomaserickson568]

Anger is the opinion that you have been harmed. Remove the opinion and the harm is removed and the anger with it. -Marcus (paraphrased)

[@Slaktivist]

I believe his exact words were “Thomas Erickson is a cuck.”

[@thomaserickson568]

@@Slaktivist yeah but in Greek

[@ambition112]

1:05: 💥 The story of Cain and Abel illustrates the destructive power of anger, particularly wrath, which is considered a sin in Christianity. 4:01: 🔥 The Bible distinguishes between righteous and unrighteous anger, with unrighteous anger being considered sinful and to be avoided. 6:27: 🧐 Unrighteous anger can grow out of proportion and be fueled by ego and selective media consumption, leading to negative consequences. 9:38: 🧐 Different perspectives on anger and its usefulness. 12:37: 💢 Anger is easier to banish than to control, and when it takes hold it becomes more powerful than reason. 15:32: 💥 Anger can lead to destructive actions, including violence and murder, but it is not inherently wrong and can be useful when used in a proper and justified manner. 18:42: ⚔ Anger is a complex emotion with both positive and negative aspects, and its moral status depends on how it is expressed and managed. Recap by Tammy AI

[@jer103]

A downward spiral leads to wrath. Think of an event where you got angry. Like you stubbed your toe, hit your funny bone, or you broke something dear to you. You got angry, but it was controlled and rationalized. Then think of times when several things made you angry. When multiple factors fuel your anger is when wrath happens. When those things happen outside of your control that progressively make you more and more angry is a downward spiral.

[@machib77]

what a great idea for a series! looking forward for the rest :D

[@matepalko4806]

Anger should be realized the moment you feel it and questioned. "Why do I feel angry?" If you can answer it either solve it if it's solvable or let it go if it's not.

[@hwonitojv9503]

how do you let it go

[@matepalko4806]

@@hwonitojv9503 by realizing it doesn't matter.

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@matepalko4806 but if your try to solve it you would have to realize it matters in order to let it go.

[@matepalko4806]

@@hwonitojv9503 let me try to explain myself through an example, a hypothetical scenario. I have the necessities of life: food, shelter, human connections but I'm craving for more. And I feel angry that although I'm working long hours, I can not afford more still. Why do I feel angry? Because I can not afford more for myself. So I either take longer shifts or change my job.

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@matepalko4806 But that stems from inadequacy within yourself. You have everything you need to sustain life. Why want more. the root of your anger is you beleiving you need more, greed, am I wrong. If so please explain

[@carloscampo9119]

Outstanding work. And excellent that you are now tacking the Seven Deadly Sins and the approach from Christian Theology, not only the worlds largest religion but also a cornerstone of western civilization alongside Rome and Greece. Necessary to put it into analysis and comparison with other approaches just like you did here. Excellent.

[@akimbolatovich2400]

Amazing as always! Thank you loads!!

[@jackgray776]

Anger is a natural emotion, it’s the control of duration which matters. Being able to let it go once the anger is processed will enable one to overcome life’s obstacles faster. Unfortunately many hold on to resentment - without the realisation that they themselves are the beneficiary of the negative impacts, not the one who has angered them.

[@joannaedwards6325]

I'm a prime example of the result of continuing expressed anger. I now have arthritis from waring with my neighbor the last two years. My arguing, bullying and anger hasn't changed her one bit but now I'm suffering. Karma is a bitch😮.

[@Dowlphin]

@@joannaedwards6325 At least part of the affliction now could be from your anger state depleting certain healthy nutrients, or worsening your diet towards deficiency. Another part might be tensions in the body impairing healthy flow of resources. We can work on healing outselves and thereby the system in general from several angles and should not be picky. There are various good sources for learning what might be the causes of arthritis and how to heal it. One relatively useful source would be the YT channel "Dr. Eric Berg DC". The affliction can be a reminder to choose better ways in the future, but once the message has been integrated, you should resolve the whole anger complex by healing 'the scars'. Because negative motivation doesn't transcend the status quo. At some point you can make small attempts at apologies or reconciliation, little enough to not risk another failure. Such will succeed with certainty if you have found the ideal path.

[@carlosribero932]

I manifested you making this video lol. I’ve been needing this from you and you delivered. Crazy

[@ItssLucid]

Bro je maakt echt goeie filmpjes damnnn! Zo doorgaan man

Dank je :)

[@moeinmiller2533]

i think what stoics get anger mistaken by is wrath.. i mean : anger is more of a fuel for things we normally cant be arsed to do and it fuels us shortly and gets us going. but if we dont extinguish it, it might just end up burning us in the short or long run ...

[@shubhammanna]

I loved your narration 💗💗

[@mikavinci]

Hope all is well! Looking forward to another video 🙏🏼 you help me so much in my life. Thank you!

[@MattAngiono]

I appreciate the stoic perspective for sure.... You should follow up with the parallels to Taoism! Great video buddy! I learned this the hard way many years ago!

[@martinmiano8220]

Fantastic work. I agree with the stoics on anger. There's no justification for anger and there shouldn't be. As you previously mentioned in a video, anger is a desire to repay suffering and can manifest itself in an outward or a repressed manner. In any case, it is a poison that affects the one that has held to anger. I was very angry yesterday, it had been a long time since I got that angry. But I was able to let go of much of that anger by remembering two things. 1. We have no enemies: As human beings we are meant for companionship and to help one another and not to tear each one down. 2. The triviality of what I was angry about, the truth of the matter is that I could have made a concession because what we had disagreed about was not challenging my principles. Yes, it bothered me, but the cost was not definitely worth it. So, I beseech all my brothers and sisters, never let anger get the best of you. We are best when we are at peace of mind, that's when our best work comes out whether in jobs, relationships or etc. Live long and prosper.

[@woahblackbetty7691]

Idealism never works out.

[@joannaedwards6325]

MartinMiano Thank you. Well said. Too bad I haven't followed that thinking. My past anger has now caused me real physical pain.

[@tonizukaka7263]

I love your videos, I love your books. True wisdom to reflect on one's life.

[@Scofield0221]

I just want to say thank you 🙏

[@The_Schizoid_Man]

Fantastic video. I have read On Anger by Seneca, and I agree with the stoic perspective.

[@naturalinstinct4950]

Fantastic discussion

[@andrewgoll4250]

lets go!! What a wonderful friday to check yt :D

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

Saw a t- shirt at the gym that said: workout angry... i agree you get a much better workout...

[@Lunay08]

Anger is a healthy emotion, just as all the others are. Sometimes, it's there to tell you when your boundaries are being crossed. Unfortunately, we tend to let anger control us most of the time, which is why it's seen as negative. What I try to do now a days when I get angry, is explore what my anger has stemmed from. I don't really get angry a lot thankfully, but when I do, it's pretty intense, but I still am able to control it and not let it affect anyone else. Exploring why something makes you angry helps you come up with ways to work around it. I used to be INCREDIBLY angry when my plans changed. It got me into a huge argument with my partner. I had to look more into that and with practice, I no longer get as angry as I used to. Now, I just see it as a new adventure. Granted, my feelings of annoyance still arise, but I'm able to talk myself out of them and continue on having a fun time with whoever I'm with. Always ask yourself "What is this trying to reach me?" when anger arises. Sometimes, our emotions are just trying to teach us lessons that we have no yet learned. Stay humble friends ♥

[@zodiacfml]

neither right or wrong. anger is an emotion, like happiness or sadness. however, it is an emotion that needs to be controlled, managed, or conserved like energy. if you expend it too quickly or explosively, one would be resorting to violence or one would used all of the anger in one moment. Anger is necessary for doing difficult things but should be used for useful, good outcomes.

[@johnnyearp52]

Sometimes violence is justified. It could save your life.

[@Dowlphin]

Plenty of negative emotions boiling up to a crisis point once gave me the motivation to go on a long and interesting journey of seeking and not finding. Although, to be fair, lack of negative emotions has the same result, just with much less interesting journeying.

[@tooney3935]

Cain's anger is justified but it should have been directed at God instead of Abel. How many people can accept similar unfair treatment? Was God acting reasonably when he had preference for Abel's offering over Cain's? And, was God right in pitching Cain against Abel? They're both his children! So, yep, Cain's anger is justified but was directed at the wrong person.

[@users.1]

Such a great video

[@KaliJahTernity]

I think this is the video I enjoyed the most

[@RhynaX]

The answers lie in our heart i believe, so i say Just be patient. From my personal experience anger has mostly led me to guilt and regret

[@johnnyearp52]

Anger can be used for your benefit but it is easy to lose control.

[@RhynaX]

@johnnyearp52 but we can't really know what's beneficial and what's not

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@RhynaXyou just said the answers lie in your heart??

[@RhynaX]

@hwonitojv9503 " answer lie in our so be just patient" it means that the answer we usually feel is to let go And we can never be too certain about feelings, so we just have to take the leap and truly decide with our kindness or the opposite

[@hwonitojv9503]

@@RhynaX Jesus Christ is the Truth

[@levity90]

Anger is necessary at times and I'd argue that we've beat into people this idea that showing anger in any capacity is wrong and inappropriate. This makes for weak people who are too afraid of conflict and too afraid to stand up for themselves and others. Because by suppressing anger you also suppress aggression. I'm not suggesting starting bar fights because you're a petulant child. But anger is a natural emotion and has its utility like any other emotion. You shouldn't let it get out of control but anger and aggression are paramount for our survival at times.

[@Sheepheadz]

I agree, every emotion or whatever is part of the balancing act and you cannot just completely ignore this side of yourself.

[@joannaedwards6325]

Right. And suppressed anger can cause depression. Also, constantly 'swallowing' anger leads, in some instances, to obesity. People over eat to avoid their strong emotions.....anger being one.

[@ShinyGolduck5]

Amen to this, As someone who let the anger get the better of I like 4 times throughout my life I agree, Anger in itself is not wrong or bad, since we have a right to feel this way when faced with an Injustice, however it is only wrong if it repeats or leads to destructive behavior.

[@James_36]

I can’t say I agree in any way really - in most situations in life anger makes you look weak, easily manipulated and out of control. The only utility is if it is kill or be killed scenario. Are most people with anger issues using anger correctly on this basis? No, they are unleashing anger to destroy others because of various selfish desires or lack of achievement in most cases or simply not getting their way.

[@almostdiogenes]

The story of the two brothers exists also in Islam. Such a good video and good KZbin channel. Waiting for the point of view of Islam about anger in the next video because it's a really interesting point of view in Al Quran and Al Sunnah. Keep the good work brother. I usually don't comment on videos but here I am.

Thank you, sir, I appreciate your compliment!

[@Abysstree]

this topic is something that crossed my mind today and then i thought this is also true in our modern society people are quick to there impulses anger or wrath being one with no control or regard for others like a steam train ironic that i now discover this channel and its content

[@Kakarott2023]

great video❤❤❤

[@mut8inG]

On this planet, the light of the sun effortlessly lights the life that you feel and see. “You create your reality,” you creator, you, as you teach your very own self about your free choices=no mistakes, it’s just what happens when you choose without blaming. peace+&-🎶💥🌸

[@motoboy6666]

Dont be angry/bitter, easier said than done

[@rainynight02]

An example of wrath is Saul? Saul was literally a victim. "And I (god) sent an evil spirit upon him (Saul) to enrage him and make him try to kill David." That's the gist of it and this happened multiple times. That wasn't wrath, that was another (evil) being possessing you.

[@noreenjenny7039]

Thank you ❤🙏

[@sneakerbabeful]

It's a cliche thing to say nowadays, and therapy really can help if you have anger issues. There are many options if you don't have money, and there are some very good workbooks in your local library if you have no money. I'm very fortunate to have found a kind therapist who's helped me a lot.

[@filipg330]

Stoic view is the better one. So called good anger when expressed it can turn easily in a loop of anger .

[@no_name_but_alias]

Anger is important. It shows us that our limits are being exceeded. Not feeling anger means not feeling yourself and is a sign of psychological problems. However, acting out anger uncontrollably is dangerous. For yourself and for others.

[@EulaBiezen]

To be angry, is to be human. Little is elaborate of the what leads to anger. Injustice, to mention only one. The whole world seemed to be angry when an innocent man died senselessly when law enforcement knelt on his neck until he was breathless. While not the whole world reacted in the same way in the cause of recenr exodus, from Myanmar, Ukraine, Syria and Jews after WWII.

[@James_36]

That wasn’t anger, that was propaganda

[@rawls101]

I feel it important to point out that the scriptures often refer to "The Wrath of God". Wrath is simply "Anger in Action". Anger is mostly internal. Wrath is external. They are not separate principles, but higher and lower levels on the same pole. Similar to Happy & Joy. Separating Anger and Wrath into "Sinful & Not Sinful" I think is misleading. If God, being holy, can have and act upon both Anger and Wrath, then that means there must be a deeper motivation for Acting upon them. Therefor, if it is not sinful for God to have anger & wrath, then one must conclude that it is our own mortal, fallen, imperfect, carnal natures that turns the ability of responding to, and acting upon "righteous anger" into a sinful response. I see Wrath more of the "That's it! Enough is enough!" action that comes from increased Anger. This can either come from a holy, righteous state of being, such as from God who may have given a people multiple opportunities to repent but they aren't listening, or it can come from an uncontrolled, carnal mind which leads to prideful, unrighteous destruction, such as from us. As mentioned in the video, when based on mercy & justice, when it is a force for "good", anger (and I would add wrath) is not sinful. "Righteous anger should be used sparingly, and unrighteous anger should be avoided." I liked that part. Great video!

[@MattAngiono]

I stopped getting angry almost entirely a few years ago. My life has never been better 😁 So learn this for selfish reasons if nothing else. I prefer Taoism as my guide in this arena

[@FantasmaOlvidado1]

The same, although I don't think it's something positive, rather it's like everything seems indifferent to me. As if I were depersonalized, few things matter to me, sometimes I'm even lazy to defend myself from an insult, is like whatever . 🥱

[@Dowlphin]

But is this a step that abets a societal norm of anger suppression? How do you respond to people directing anger towards you?

[@MattAngiono]

@Dowlphin it's not about suppressing the anger because that has its own toxic effect on you. It's more about deciding that anger doesn't serve you and creating new mental pathways for situations that would otherwise have you angry. Replace it with the proper emotions for the unfortunate circumstances. The fact that what makes people angry is different for everyone shows there's obviously other ways to respond. Martial arts often teaches some of this. Just be like a peaceful monk when others are angry. If you are clear in your mind, you can operate on a whole other level. I'm not saying that's always easy, but it does work!

[@valerietaylor9615]

The rich and powerful don’t want the lower orders to be angry. Anger is empowering. When people get angry, it’s harder to oppress them.

[@Dowlphin]

@@valerietaylor9615 Depends on what's underneath. Anger based on fear can be harnessed, channeled, puppeteered.

[@Davlavi]

So true. Extremes are poisons.

[@Gielderst]

In our modern days of living. It's impossible not to get angry and furious. Simply because everything has it's limit. I was confronted by 3 individuals one day last month. After i came home from work. And they went on at me about how i was driving dangerously, while i was simply changing parking spots quickly. To park closest to my place. I told them i was tired and to leave me alone. Cause driving is my job and don't have time for arguments. But one of the 3 was bigger than me and asked me if i wanted a beating. And then i got angry and told em go on. Then out of the blue he knocked me down to the ground right infront of my Ap Building Entrance. But the other 2 held him back from continuing with his assault on me. After i got up. I was raging furious. And said told them that i'm gonna show the m who they're messing with. So i quickly went inside place and ran out back again with a Katana Sword i have. And began screaming at the guy who knocked me down to the ground that i was going to cut his head off and kill him there. But while i was approching him out of rage with my sword thankfully 1 of the other 2 put his hand on my chest. And that made me stop my advance towards the one who knocked me down. And after that i went back home. And the following month i was being chased and harrased by these thugs who all know eachother while i don't even know who they are. And in the end i had to pay an extortion to be left alone. Because i was targeted for harassing and if i didn't pay the extortion, then i won't be left alone. All because of a bunch of toxic people. For no reason. The worst was that they're from the same Ap building i live in but from a different entrance to it. Complete insanity. They provoked my Anger and Rage. I would've never reacted the way i did if I wasn't provoked. There's also a witness who saw the guy who knocked me down to the ground initially. Thankfully it's over for now after i payed the thugs the extortion

[@Sheepheadz]

if i was you i would do the deed i think something similiar is currently happening to me and honestly i think it would be morally good to stop people like this forever i will never back down.

[@Gielderst]

@Sheepheadz To be honest i'm glad that other guy stopped me while i was advancing with my Sword in hand. Cause if i had killed that thug there on the spot for assaulting me. I would've been in prison now. Just for murdering some piece of shit subhuman out of Justified Rage from my side. So i'm glad i didn't do it. And of course, i'd never want to harm anyone. But Anger, Fury and Rage can make anyone kill for real. Newton's law " Every action has an equal opposite reaction " and that applies to human behavior. Thanks for reading my true story. I felt like this video was the right place to share my awful experience. God bless the good people still out there 🙏 as few as they may seem to be nowadays.

[@Sheepheadz]

@@Gielderst yeah it’s a shame, the cops don’t do anything anymore.

[@twotamatos]

Here’s the thing some of my funniest moments come out of me being angry however it can be as releaving as crying to vent your anger not just repress it. Although violence anger n war will only retaliate against you there is some good to come from anger if I never pounded on the door of our hotel and yelled the manager never woulda let us in my friend was like go with the flow let it go but I didn’t it’s just one of if not the most unhealthy emotions u can fall into

[@gamerfreakout]

I am often furious and talk my self down, it seems a daily occurrence. Its not good for my mental health, so i stopped paying attention to the news, it appears much less frequently now.

[@nicholsonlawrance5821]

Thanks!

Thank you, Nicholson!

[@Digidragon55]

I heard on Stoicism. The best way to deal with anger is delay.

[@albinnn4]

The distinction here becomes somewhat semantic, but Theological ethics would probably argue for the virtue/amorality in the emotion itself, while both Stoics and Buddhist would presumably argue that it is an emotion that arises from personally identifying with externalities, which is the major source of suffering and harm because it is a faulty view of reality. As far as I understand these philosophies, Theological ethics seem to reflect that the only good that can be attributed to anger is as the motivating driving force to righteous action. While Stoic and Buddhist precepts attribute the motivating driving force behind similar righteous action to other faculties. In other words, Stoics and Buddhists would concede that there is room for some actions of righteous anger (e.g. raising your voice to convey the seriousness of a situation) as long as it isn't fueled by the emotion of anger.

[@GamerSix66]

I'd love to know where you get the art for your videos it looks super old and fancy

[@user-qe7bt9dz1l]

I feel like anger is a good testosterone booster. My voice even deepens when I’m angry and not to mention my self talk turns god like when I feel cornered. Anger is a weapon not to be neglected.

[@Sheepheadz]

Theres nothing wrong with having anger, but if you don't there is something wrong with you.

[@i_am_a_ghost6]

Thanks man. I have a lot of anger issue. This comment of yours makes me think that I am at least not mentally ill (no offense to others). 🙂

[@johnnyearp52]

I am mentally ill. Everyone has anger and anyone can misuse anger. Not only mentally ill people.

[@robertafierro5592]

Deep anger is the result of a long brewing problem that is never addressed. There is also something called Healthy Anger. HA and enough of it, can bring about Healthy Change. Wraith is an unbridled long standing, usually a physically violent force that is inflicted continually..

[@1984Phalanx]

I wish I could be a stoic, for years now I've tried.

[@longhairdontcare122]

It's not something anyone ever accomplishes in life it's something one must improve on daily.

[@nathanbond8165]

Especially for men anger is a easier emotion to deal with then say sadness or humiliation people don't realize it but oftentimes when you're angry you're actually sad or or feel frustrated or humiliated by someone or a situation I've seen especially men literally lose their temper and get mad at an inanimate object lol

[@selfan2005]

And beware. Anger, fear, aggression. The Dark Side are they. If once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Consume you it will, as it did Obi-Wan's apprentice.

[@mpv9866]

Anger is just another 'shade' of Love. So is wrath and so is hate. All is love, in a sense. 💚🙏🌟

[@davidgeorgecross815]

Aren't you describing Emotion, not Love?

[@ElKongoTV]

not really love is creative, hate is destructive. They're total opposites.

[@The_Schizoid_Man]

Is that you Nero?

[@liafuentes326]

To be able to control our emotions is what creates the division among primitives and humans.

[@NashiHeartSoulSpirit]

Unlike the other sins/failings, anger/wrath can potentially be channeled for change. "Before creation, comes destruction". Morality is purely subjective, so anything that that drives change despite the consequences is ultimately proof of our existence and evolution, despite the cycles of failure we find ourselves in. If we break enough cycles via anger/wrath, we should eventually create a cycle everyone succeeds in.

[@antoninorex5857]

ANGER nearly killed me, but GRACE delivered me.

[@tompickel]

Anger is the result of being hurt. It is a natural reaction. Wrath, however, is mental illness.

[@johnnyearp52]

You don't need to be mentally ill to have wrath. Any human being is capable of wrath.

[@nathanbond8165]

There's an old saying "staying angry at someone is like you taking a sip of poison everyday but expecting them to die"

[@_._._irenic]

“Wrath, a sin born in hell. Rage of a crestfallen human. A feral expression to a squall. The mask of our suppressed fear, Harping poisonous smear. Wrath, the best friends of Pride and Envy. Rudiment of grudge and heart’s peavy. Aliment to kedge our vainglory. The only boon, its ephemeral clutch, Hatching us to a demonic apery. Wrath, the battle where words are weapons, Rearing our vengeance with gore. Aftermath bestow us, a rueful eagre To our soulful haven; Heaping us, the impiety of Heaven. Wrath, the self-injecting poison for Renege of temporisers. And giving a wistful smile To those sycophants filled with bile, Hushing us up, for a baneful exile. Wrath, Oh! the soul’s woe for Repugnant repudiation and remorse. Alas! It never neglects evermore friends, Tampering their memories and faith. Hew them, they sprout as two gorse. Wrath, the antipode of amity, which Resents our benign soul. An aumbry of crude impulse has Trumped us up, like a ghoul. However, a revival of innate zeal.” -irenic (2018) This video made me, bring back my old poem which I wrote on wrath for a competition. SUMMARY: ‘Wrath’ is an Acrostic type of poem, in which the first letter of each line spells out a word or a message. Every stanzas define, wrath in a unique way. The below are the meaning of each stanza; I. Wrath is a sin born in hell. It is the rage (extreme anger) of a crestfallen (disappointed) human. It is a feral (untamed) expression to a squall (storm). The mask of our suppressed fear, which harping (dwell/ think) us, as a poisonous smear(slander/ damage to reputation) II. Wrath has two best friends, Pride (ego) and Envy (jealousy). It’s like when one sin gets turned on, automatically others join the party. It’s the rudiment (basis) of grudge and the heart’s peavy (lumberman’s sharp lever, to handle wood). Wrath acts an aliment (nourishment) to kedge (a small anchor, used as a support to pull a boat) our vainglory (excessive pride). The only boon (advantage) is its ephemeral (temporary) clutch on us and hatching (creating) us to perform a demonic apery (mimicry/imitation). III. Wrath is the battle, where the words are used as weapons, making us to rear (breed) our vengeance (revenge) with gore (bloodshed). The aftermath of this battle bestow (give) us, a rueful (regretful) eagre (giant sea wave) to our soulful (emotional) haven (refuge; here means, our body) and heaping (piling) us with the impiety (sins) of Heaven. IV. Wrath is the self-injecting poison for the renege (revoke one’s promise) of the temporisers (people who evade decisions to gain time or who beat around the bush). It makes us to give a wistful (vague) smile to those sycophants (people who tries to gain advantage over us) filled with bile (bitterness) and hushing us up (silently pushing us) for a baneful exile (harmful banishment; it means deserted mental torment which we feel inside our body, cause by wrath). V. Wrath, the soul’s woe (suffering) for repugnant (unacceptable) repudiation (rejection from others) and remorse (deep guilt). And wrath never neglects evermore (eternal) friends, it tampers (interfere) their memories and faith. If you hew (cut) them, i.e. friends; they sprout as two gorse (thorny bush). VI. Wrath is the antipode (opposite) of amity (friendship), which resents (envies/dislikes) our benign (kind) soul. Wrath is an aumbry (cupboard) of crude impulse (unrefined manner of action) which has trumped us up (falsely accused us) like a ghoul (a ghost). However, Wrath is a revival (refreshment) of innate zeal (inborn peace) of our body. OVERALL MESSAGE FROM THE POEM: 1. Wrath, unleashes our animalistic senses, which we hide deep inside our soul. It’s innate, can’t be changed, but can be controlled. 2. Buddha says, ‘You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger’. Wrath wraps and weighs down our soul and makes us commit vengeance. 3. Expectation and hope from others, are the two main reason for wrath. So expect less from others and be more content with yourself. 4. Happiness is the key to peace; sadness is the key to sin! 5. Live a euphoric life and spread love and positivity!

[@misterpopoman9180]

I'm more like a stoic when it comes to anger at least. So I'm glad I'm getting that right if nothing else

[@cj548]

Unfortunately I have never been angry in my entire life. In Buddhism anger is seen as a virtue which results in change

[@willemv3114]

A virtue, damn good insight ❤

[@Slaktivist]

Found the 969 member.

[@i_am_a_ghost6]

You are not a Human. Bro you are a God to me. Thats sounds impossible. How is that even possible.😅seriously. I get angry all the time.

[@johnnyearp52]

I hope not too many people have taken advantage of you.

[@Dowlphin]

Even christianity should not elevate righteous anger to something most positive, though, but as merely relatively beneficial. Saintly action might accomplish the same or better results without feeling anger, and could even be defined as such. Anger then is a non-perfect, tricky to handle, acceptable mode of enacting justice, and it might also sometimes be necessary to be expressed in a deliberately portrayed way in order to have an effective impact on someone else who only responds to expression of such emotions. Here we could even use a Daoist view of virtue levels and say that righteousness (warning: misinterpretation potential due to the christian righteousness being based on the views of God) may express itself as wrath, justice may express itself as anger, kindness may express itself as peacefulness, ans I am unsure about integrity and Dao, but it may be very diverse in expression and hard to pin down. Also worth noting as a study example: I listened to all the lectures of *Bruno Gröning* that I could find, and in some of them he talked with a loud and assertive, strict voice, and some people perceived that as him being angry, but we could also consider that he chose that tone due to a perceived urgency of having the message sink in. Of course, in a way that is an expression of upset inner peace, possibly due to his nearing death, but there is still a difference between such a passionate alerting speech (comparable to some church sermons) and an angry rant. The former is like a warrior charging, the latter like a cornered wounded animal. 14::26 ...like believing the lies of crooked inciteful media and in consequence driving humankind towards world war 3. - My thesis is that deviation from seeing truth itself is the emotion of fear having gotten out of control, so even when someone calmly chooses to believe a lie despite sufficient information available to recognize it, this is deeply rooted fear guiding those actions. People disgracing the truth are able to hide their moral rot because they easily blend in with the norm. - If you challenge every lie told, you can drive people furious, because you set out to expose the full extent of the empire of lies instead of just the little bones thrown to the dogs/cynics to keep them busy. 15:03 Burning Rome, Reichstagsbrand, 9/11 ... Same ancient methods working as well today as back then, and yet without a huge effort to keep awareness of such tactics alive, we forget and become vulnerable. It is like pathogens who try to convert the body's milieu to suit them. Liars not only fight against truth spoken, they also work to make people ignorant of how to spot lies. 18:25 Many people with a closed heart might resort to pretending / telling themselves to be stoics. That then leads to head smart without heart smart and thus abandonment of truth in the most rigid and deluded way, because cherished as good way of life. This conveys that philosophy can turn into ignorant pretending, that nothing can sway a conscious choice, that the will reigns supreme. While fake stoicists think absence of anger protects against delusion, fake aristotelans think their anger is always the righteous type. I.e. there is no idiot-proofing. At the core the teaching has to be competent thorough instruction and guidance about how not to be driven by fear. When that root is healed, then everything down the line easily heals itself.

[@davidshelley6598]

Is anger analagous with physical pain, it's intesity proportional to it's urgency? Cells communicating with other cells