Acharya Prashant addresses the question of how to convert compassion into anger, particularly when one feels anger but expresses compassion instead, leading to internal damage. He begins by questioning the premise, asking why one would want to express anger if it is genuinely transforming into compassion, as there is no harm in that. He clarifies that compassion does not have a single, fixed form, appearance, or behavior. A specific type of behavior cannot be defined as compassion. In fact, compassion can even take the form of anger. The crucial point is not whether the action was anger or compassion, but what its center was. If the action originates from understanding (Bodh), it will inherently contain compassion. This aligns with the message of the Gita, where an action centered in understanding is selfless (Nishkam). Selfless action is the very definition of compassion, as it is done for others, unlike selfish action (Sakam Karma) which is done for oneself. Conversely, any action, even if it appears to be compassionate, is a dangerous and poisonous thing if it stems from ignorance and a lack of understanding. We often mistakenly believe that compassion is about sweet words and gentle caresses, while anger is about shouting or slapping. This distinction, based on the outward appearance of an action, is incorrect. The real difference lies in the source of the action: whether it arises from understanding (consciousness) or from a lack of understanding (unconsciousness). From a place of understanding, even an expression of anger is to be considered compassion. For instance, if it is necessary to scold a child to prevent them from harming themselves, that scolding is pure compassion. However, if the anger arises because one's self-interest has been hurt, it is something else entirely. Acharya Prashant explains that in a state of ignorance, even an act of compassion is a form of violence. He points out that many people in society speak sweet words, but their actions are driven by self-interest. This kind of superficial compassion is toxic. This is often a result of social conditioning, especially for girls, who are taught to not raise their voice, not speak harshly, and always be sweet and restrained. These are merely learned behaviors. Life is not about behavior but about the heart, the center, the soul. When the center is right, sometimes it is appropriate to be sweet, and at other times, it is right to be harsh. Whatever is done should not be for oneself; that is selflessness, that is compassion. He quotes Kabir Saheb, who said a Guru, like a potter, supports the pot from the inside while striking it from the outside to remove its flaws. This striking is also compassion. Therefore, one should not be afraid of anger. The focus should be on whether the action originates from self-interest and ignorance or from a place of selfless understanding.