Anger

Healing Hurt from the Inside Out (Part 1)

Hurt is a designer emotion. It’s the hub of the wheel surrounded by anger, sadness, disappointment, disillusionment and shame. When you feel deeply hurt, it leaves you with an emotional wound that requires close attention. Putting a band-aid on it won’t heal it. You need to keep it clean, change the emotional dressing daily and give it oxygen until the healing process unfolds. Sometimes hurt doesn’t go away entirely, but instead, it offers perspective and less acute pain eventually. But what does hurt have . . .

March 17, 2021
Anger Emotions Separateness Shame

Anger as an Ally Part 2)

Normalize anger as a natural, necessary emotion. All of your feelings are valid and useful. By editing or censoring your anger, you’re removing a vital part of yourself. All emotions are welcome to the table. Identify and name your anger . . .

September 23, 2020
Anger Brokenheartedness Emotions Families Rage

Anger as an Ally (Part 1)

Anger was palpable in my home. Unfortunately, my parents were unhappy in their marriage as far back as I can remember, leaving them with a hefty dose of rage and grief. I’m sure there was a time when they had fun and high hopes for a fulfilling life together, but these early dreams . . .

September 9, 2020
Anger Brokenheartedness Emotions Families Rage

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Anger

Healing Hurt from the Inside Out (Part 1)

Anger as an Ally Part 2)

Anger as an Ally (Part 1)