Whenever you feel anger or ill-will you have lost the path.
Giving in to the anger and ill-will will simply feed the anger eating demon. Being angry and unkind to it – to someone or something annoying you or pointing out your faults will only make it a greater demon.
One must be kind and accept what has been done.
Do not fight it.
Immense loving-kindness (story from Ajahn Brahm of Ajahn Tate – 2023 rains retreat 6 “Metta throughout the Day”). Content around him, even though he had defilements, cravings and gross thoughts in the mind – with such a being – he would never harm you, never cause you any difficulty embarrassment or pain. With someone who is not going to put you down, criticize you or point out your faults.
A rare thing.
Out there in the world – there are too many people always pointing out your faults and making others uncomfortable.
Whenever you want to harm, harm or have anger – the path has been lost. Take a step back and find the path. Let go of the self.
More info on the anger eating demon: https://www.jendhamuni.com/anger-eating-demon/