According to Proverbs 29:11, how does a wise person handle their 'spirit' or anger differently than a fool?
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Correct answer: A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back
Emotional regulation is a key marker of wisdom in the Book of Proverbs. The fool lacks self-restraint and expresses every impulse, whereas the wise man exercises discipline and holds back his anger.
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