Anger
Anger is normal, and sometimes helpful emotion…
Anger is often the appropriate response to the actions of others and the circumstances in which we find ourselves. Anger can motivate us to solve problems and talk about our feelings. While anger can be our ally, it has the potential to be very destructive.
Sometimes anger is a mask for emotions we find even more uncomfortable like fear or sadness. Sometimes anger leads us to do things we regret, leaving us alienated from the people we love. When left unmanaged, anger can contribute to aggression and violence. Anger may also be a problem if it's something you never experience.
If you're ready to learn how to manage and engage your anger in a healthy way, the counselors at Light the Way are ready to help you.
We can help you.
Discover the root of your anger
Identify anger triggers
Learn healthy ways to cope with triggering situations
Develop emotion regulation skills
Learn relaxation techniques like mindfulness
Uncover the emotions anger might be masking
Learn how to communicate assertively instead of aggressively
Anger is a natural emotion that arises when things don’t go how we want or when our needs are unmet. Anger can rise up in us quickly, and we react in ways that we often later regret. It’s how we express our anger, though, that makes a world of difference in how we accomplish our goals.