Anger

This post is written as a part of Emotions Series by Jon Filitti.

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Anger is often a secondary emotion, fueled by your insecurities and fears. When you learn to identify the primary emotion stoking the flames of anger, you will reduce its power.

But don’t judge yourself too harshly for feeling angry. After all, it’s a natural emotion and you’ve been conditioned to express it your entire life.

Having a journaling practice and becoming more mindful about your emotions will allow you to identify, understand, and stop your anger from controlling you. This self-awareness can help you uncover the underlying triggers of your anger, enabling you to address the root cause rather than just the symptoms.

Additionally, practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga can significantly reduce the intensity of anger. These techniques not only calm your mind but also help in maintaining emotional balance, making it easier to respond to provocations with a level-headed approach.

Seeking support from others, whether through therapy, support groups, or trusted friends and family, can also provide valuable perspectives and coping strategies. Sharing your feelings and experiences in a safe environment can lessen the burden of anger and foster a sense of understanding and empathy.

Ultimately, transforming your relationship with anger requires patience and consistent effort. By integrating these practices into your daily life, you can transform anger from a destructive force into a catalyst for personal growth and improved emotional well-being.

Journaling, in particular, is a powerful tool for managing anger. By writing down your thoughts and feelings, you create a safe space to explore and reflect on your emotions. This process can reveal patterns in your anger triggers and responses, providing insights into how to better manage them. Journaling also allows you to track your progress over time, celebrate small victories, and develop a greater sense of control and understanding over your emotional landscape.

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Jon Filitti

A Licensed Mental Health Counselor working in private practice in Dubuque, Iowa. He's been providing mental health counseling to individuals and families in the Dubuque area since 1999 and earned Mental Health Counselor license in 2005.

https://www.filitticounseling.com

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Journaling, in particular, is a powerful tool for managing anger. By writing down your thoughts and feelings, you create a safe space to explore and reflect on your emotions. This process can reveal patterns in your anger triggers and responses, providing insights into how to better manage them. Journaling also allows you to track your progress over time, celebrate small victories, and develop a greater sense of control and understanding over your emotional landscape.

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Try using prompts in stoic

What situation is making you feel this way?

Focus on what, we will think about why in the next step

Why do you think it is making you feel this way

Is there someone you need to make amends to?

What would you say?

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