Anger
Anger is a natural emotion, but when it shows up as repression, explosions, or chronic resentment, it can damage both you and your relationships.
Learning to express anger in healthier ways can help you regain control rather than letting anger control you. If any of these common anger styles feel familiar, it may be time to seek support:
Anger Avoidance – Fear of anger (yours or others’) leads to difficulty asserting yourself.
Sneaky Anger – Anger is expressed indirectly, making it hard to know or communicate your true needs.
Paranoid Anger – You assume others are against you, projecting anger outward and creating mistrust.
Sudden Anger – Explosive outbursts bring brief relief but can lead to regret or harmful behavior.
Shame-Based Anger – Feeling criticized triggers self-blame and lashing out, followed by deeper shame.
Deliberate Anger – Using anger or intimidation to control situations or people (often backfiring).
Addictive Anger – Seeking the rush or power that comes from anger and conflict.
Habitual Anger – Constant irritation or negativity, expecting the worst in everyday situations.
Moral Anger – Feeling “right” or superior, punishing others for breaking rules or differing in opinion.
Hate – Deep, unresolved anger that turns into resentment, bitterness, and an inability to move on.
Therapy can help you understand these patterns, manage triggers, and channel anger in healthier, more productive ways.
