1. Anger can help you know yourself better.
I understood that the intense anger I experienced when my husband lied to me shows I deeply value honesty and openness. This allowed me to prioritize these qualities in future relationships.
Keep in mind that when someone does something that makes you angry, you have the opportunity to learn what your personal values are.
Also, when anger strikes, take a step back and ask yourself why you’re angry. Are you offended by something that was said to you? This might mean that there is a hint of truth in what the other person said.
Contemplate offensive comments with an objective mind. If you realize there’s some truth in the statement, use it as an opportunity to become a better person. If you conclude that the comment has no real basis, then you can send it to the trash folder of your mind.
Based on scientific studies of the energy associated with human emotions, anger calibrates at a higher energy level than hopelessness, apathy, or despair.
My anger propelled me to try new activities and meet new people to show the world I was reclaiming my dignity and my future.
Next time anger surfaces, let it drive you to take positive action and to change the unpleasant circumstances in your life.
I understood that the intense anger I experienced when my husband lied to me shows I deeply value honesty and openness. This allowed me to prioritize these qualities in future relationships.
Keep in mind that when someone does something that makes you angry, you have the opportunity to learn what your personal values are.
Also, when anger strikes, take a step back and ask yourself why you’re angry. Are you offended by something that was said to you? This might mean that there is a hint of truth in what the other person said.
Contemplate offensive comments with an objective mind. If you realize there’s some truth in the statement, use it as an opportunity to become a better person. If you conclude that the comment has no real basis, then you can send it to the trash folder of your mind.
2. Anger can help you raise your energy level and move out of depression and despair.
Based on scientific studies of the energy associated with human emotions, anger calibrates at a higher energy level than hopelessness, apathy, or despair.
My anger propelled me to try new activities and meet new people to show the world I was reclaiming my dignity and my future.
Next time anger surfaces, let it drive you to take positive action and to change the unpleasant circumstances in your life.
3. You have the power to select how to express your anger.
Angry people are portrayed as bitter or aggressive, but this doesn’t have to be the case for you.
Kickboxing became my physical outlet to release any residual angry feelings. You could choose to express your anger through journaling, sharing your feelings with a trusted friend, or going for the fastest three-mile run of your life!
4. You decide how long to be angry.
I realized that although I could use anger in positive ways, it was stealing my ability to be happy.
I knew I deserved to be happy again, so I reminded myself that I had a choice to let go every time my angry thoughts surfaced. Over time, it became easier to return to a state of peace and contentment.
You can choose to take advantage of the lessons in your anger, and then let the feelings go. Tell your anger that you’re too busy making the best out of your time to allow him in your life for long!
Angry people are portrayed as bitter or aggressive, but this doesn’t have to be the case for you.
Kickboxing became my physical outlet to release any residual angry feelings. You could choose to express your anger through journaling, sharing your feelings with a trusted friend, or going for the fastest three-mile run of your life!
I realized that although I could use anger in positive ways, it was stealing my ability to be happy.
I knew I deserved to be happy again, so I reminded myself that I had a choice to let go every time my angry thoughts surfaced. Over time, it became easier to return to a state of peace and contentment.
You can choose to take advantage of the lessons in your anger, and then let the feelings go. Tell your anger that you’re too busy making the best out of your time to allow him in your life for long!
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