How to Channel Your Anger into Productive Action

We tend to see anger as an awful thing. We see it as aggressive and explosive. We associate it with being completely out of control and seething with rage. According to clinical psychologist Mitch Abblett, Ph.D, “Most of us have memories of times when either we’ve unleashed our anger and/or had someone do so to us, and those memories stick.” Clinical psychologist and lifestyle wellness coach Schekeva Hall, Ph.D, noted that anger is the most misunderstood and invalidated emotion (besides anxiety). While anger can be fiery and volatile, it also can be productive and effective. It can be an asset. In fact, when harnessed, anger can be a creative tool. Abblett noted that anger can be “a glowing source of energy for lighting our way through challenging relationships where others might be stepping on our toes; pushing for needed changes in your workplace culture when it’s toxic; and perhaps even making yourself heard when certain people in your life [like family] are used to tuning you out with assumptions and their own agendas.” Anger, he said, provides us with the “emotional fuel” to advocate for ourselves, to take skillful action, and to stand up for what’s right. Anger energizes us. It emboldens us. Below, you’ll find eight expert tips for channeling your anger into powerful, productive action. See your anger as information. What is your anger trying to communicate to you? For instance, anger is a signal that our personal boundaries have been violate...
Source: World of Psychology - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Anger Family Friends General Mental Health and Wellness Mindfulness Relationships Self-Help Stress Success & Achievement Anger Management Temper Source Type: blogs