Anger is an emotion that affects us all at some point in our lives. It can arise from various triggers, but it’s essential to manage it wisely. Mufti Menk, a renowned Islamic scholar, offers valuable insights on anger and how to control it. Check out the quote on anger we extracted from his Twitter handler.
Mufti Menk Quotes On Anger
- “Unfortunately, man is always in a hurry. Take time to pause. When angry, pause. When in doubt, pause. When you’ve done your best but don’t see the results, pause. Learn how to pause deliberately. It will have a significant impact on your life.”
- “Slow down when you’re angry. Slow down when you’re hurt. These are times when you’re most likely to say mean and hurtful things if you let your emotions get the better of you. So save yourself a lot of pain and heartache with this simple rule.”
- “Train yourself to be less angry and reactive to everything that’s being said about you. Every comment, every retort, every criticism; just take them all in your stride. Remember, silence often speaks volumes. Save your energy for that which really requires your involvement!”
- “Be less quick to react to abusive people. Don’t let them provoke you. That’s exactly what they want. For you to lose control and get angry. Don’t play their game. Keep your calm. Seek the Almighty’s help. Often, they are powerless when you’re less reactive.”
- “When dealing with negative people, protect yourself from becoming angry or frustrated. It’s not worth the heartache. Don’t retaliate; try to hold your tongue. Responding angrily feeds their negativity. Hold your tongue.”
- “Anger & jealousy are common human traits. But they are displeasing & self-destructing if they get out of control. You’ll only be hurting yourself before others when you get angry or jealous. You’ll end up unhappy & dissatisfied. Let go of such feelings. Learn to forgive & heal!”
- “Do you feel angry or resentful when being corrected or shown the truth? If you do, then you have a problem with pride! Be wary because even a atom’s weight of it can bar you from Paradise! So work on your heart. Purify it. Humble yourself to people. Get rid of self-importance!”
- “We live in angry times. All the sharing on social media makes it worse. Learn to control your innermost urge to retaliate. You don’t have to respond in most cases. If you don’t slow down when you start to see red, you can do significant damage to your life. Keep the peace.”
- “The Almighty wants you to try. Try to make an effort to get closer to Him. Try to stay focused and not be distracted. Try to not get angry, overreact and overthink. Try to be the best version of yourself. Try to do as He says. Try to understand His Plan for you. Keep trying!”
- “Some days, you’ll be angry. Some days, you’ll be sad. That’s how life goes. Don’t let your feelings get the better of you. Keep your focus.”
- “Some people can be very difficult to deal with. They will hurt you with their words and actions. It’s easy to just be angry and shut them out of your lives. But at times you can’t. They may be family members. Remember, they are a test from the Almighty. Will you be patient?”
- “Just because some people treat you badly, it doesn’t give you the right to do the same to others. You can break the cycle of negativity & abuse. Instead of feeling angry & hateful, learn positive & empowering behaviour. Focus on your reaction rather than the behaviour of others.”
- “Be mindful of your reaction to those who’ve wronged you. Two wrongs do not make a right. You can’t be mean, angry or bitter & expect goodness in return. Don’t become obsessed with revenge. Let the Almighty handle it. Be the better, kinder person always. Rise above it all.”
- “How do you react to those who’ve wronged you? Two wrongs do not make a right. You can’t be mean, angry or bitter & expect good in return. Don’t wrong others the way they’ve wronged you. Be the better, kinder person always. Your reward is with the Almighty!”
- “No matter how negative you may feel, always try and communicate in as positive a manner as possible. If you choose words that are negative, that’s the impression you will leave with the person on the receiving end. So don’t respond when you’re angry or when others annoy you!”
- “When you’re angry, try not to say anything. Remain silent. It’s very difficult and requires discipline. This will stop you from uttering mean words out of anger. Your anger will pass. But your mean words can scar someone for life. So use kind words or be silent.”
- “Take constructive criticism in your stride. Often, in the heat of the moment, we tend to become defensive or even angry. Don’t! When there’s value in what’s being said, listen, identify your weakness & use it to your advantage. How else will you be able to improve yourself?”
- “How do you react to things? The ball is in your court. The choice is yours. You know you’ll be tested often so what do you do? Get angry & sink into depression or you can respond with beautiful patience; knowing the Almighty is in full control. Put your full faith in Him! Trust!”
- “Be less quick to react to people or situations. Often, they are powerless when you are less reactive. When people provoke you, try distancing yourself from them. They want you to lose your cool & get angry. Don’t give in to them. Train yourself to stay calm instead.”
- “You know you’ll be tested regularly so how do you react to the challenges of life? Get angry, stressed out & sink into depression or respond with beautiful patience; knowing the Almighty will grant you victory when you put full faith in Him and do your best.”
- “No matter what life throws at you, remain kind & compassionate. Never be angry & rude. It can be difficult but it will endear you to Him.”
- “Jumping to conclusions is one of the most common forms of negative thinking. You usually jump to a negative conclusion without any justifiable facts of the situation. As a result, you become negative, depressed, anxious, sad or angry. Put a stop to it. Change your mindset!”
- “At times, the pain you’re going through seems so unbearable & you feel you can’t go on. Don’t get angry with yourself. Nothing is permanent.”
- “When you supplicate to the Almighty, never for a moment think that He might be tired of listening to you. He loves it when you ask Him. He is never angry or fed up. He knows how much you need Him. He is ever ready to listen. Nothing is impossible for Him. So keep asking.”
- “A good rule to live by – slow down when you’re angry. Slow down when you’re hurt. These are times when you’re most likely to say mean and hurtful things if you let your emotions get the better of you. So save yourself a lot of pain and heartache with this simple rule.”
- “Today, we can’t seem to have a decent debate without getting angry. We’re so caught up with putting our points across & we forget to listen to the other side. Always be fair, remain calm, respectful & committed to let the other party have their say. It’s good ethics!”
- “Be wary when angry. When you react in anger thinking you must hurt those who hurt you, think again. In fact, you’re hurting yourself. That’s why it’s always better to calm down & act rationally later on. When you choose to react immediately, the consequences can be disastrous!”
- “When you supplicate to the Almighty, never for a moment think that He might be tired of listening to you. He loves it when you ask Him. He is never angry or fed up. He knows how much you need Him. He is ever ready to listen. Nothing is impossible for Him. So keep asking.”
- “The choice is yours.. how you react to what life throws at you. You know you’ll be tested so what do you do? Get angry, stressed out & sink into depression or you can respond with beautiful patience; knowing the Almighty will fight your battles when you put full faith in Him!”
- “We’re human. We make mistakes. We get angry. We get hurt. We cry. We feel sad. Beseech the Almighty for guidance always. Blessed Friday.”
- “A tragedy or calamity is a test by the Owner of Destiny. It does not necessarily mean that the Almighty is angry with us.”
- “Be careful how you react to those who’ve wronged you. Two wrongs do not make a right. You can’t be mean, angry or bitter & expect good in return. Don’t wrong others the way they’ve wronged you. Be the better, kinder person always. Your reward is with the Almighty!”
- “This life is too short to live being offended, angry, bitter & full of hatred. Each new day is a gift from the Almighty. Live it well.”
- “No matter how angry, never use harsh words on others; for those could be the last words you’ll ever say to them. Choose to be kind always.”
- “No matter how angry or upset you are, respect somebody else’s opinion & viewpoint. You may not agree with them but they deserve to be heard.”
- “When you supplicate to the Almighty, never think for a moment that He might get tired listening to you or angry or even fed up because you keep asking and asking. Remember, He’s our Creator. Nothing is impossible for Him. So keep asking!”
- “Don’t waste time being angry about your problems. Instead, use that energy to find solutions. Pray for His guidance. He’ll find a way out!”
- “Patience is when you’re able to conquer that angry voice in your head which wants to take revenge on others who hurt you or are mean to you.”
- “How you react when tested says a lot about you. Does the pain make you angry? Do you take it out on others? Remember pain is part of life.”
- “Whenever you’re greeted with angry, unkind, rude words, pray for strength. Ask the Almighty to make you respond with the complete opposite.”
- “Always think carefully before making a decision. Don’t act in haste. Often we decide things when we’re angry or stressed. Don’t. Be patient.”
- “Satan wants friction between people. He will mess with your mind to get you angry over the smallest thing. Don’t fall prey. Show restraint.”
- “Many have become more impatient & angry about the future. This isn’t healthy. We don’t know what’s ahead but the Almighty does. Trust Him.”
- “We get upset, even angry when people call us only when they need our help. But think for a moment, many of us do likewise with our Maker!”
- “Don’t get angry with others or let yourself be the cause of someone’s anger.”
- “We want to be connected all the time. The minute we lose it, we get anxious, even angry. What about the vital connection with our Creator?”
- “When things don’t go your way, don’t be upset or angry. Accept it with perseverance and a lot of patience. Remember it’s part of HIS plan.”
- “How you react at the first sign of a calamity is the real test of patience. You can be calm & collected or hysterical & angry. You decide.”
- “When we’re angry, our temper masks the beauty of our inner selves. Maintain your composure; deal with each situation calmly no matter what.”
- “Learn to accept advice more so when given sincerely. Often we get angry & busy with defending ourselves that we can’t see things clearly.”
- “It’s one of the hardest things to do but take a deep breath when you’re angry, a few deep breaths. Calm down. Only then should you respond.”
- “Getting angry when things do not go the way we want them to, will not suddenly make them right.”
- “‘A powerful person is not he who outwrestles others. A powerful person is he who can control himself when angry.’ Prophet Muhammad pbuh.”
- “Beware using quick & heated words when you’re angry. You can hurt others badly with your quick-temperedness. Turn to the Almighty for help.”
- “Change your perspective on life. Instead of being angry, spiteful, disagreeable & pessimistic; show optimism, kindness, joy & understanding.”
- “Learn to hold your tongue more so when you’re upset and angry; words uttered then are tainted with emotions. This will save you from regret.”
- “When you hear someone gossiping about you, remember 2 Don’ts — don’t get angry and don’t react with tit for tat. Neither is productive.”
- “If you are right then there is no need to get angry & if you are wrong then you don’t have the right to get angry.”
- “When angry & feel the urge to throw back bitter words at our opponent, exercise restraint. Words said in anger make it harder to reconcile.”