Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP82 Your Anger Is A Powerful Messenger
EP82 Your Anger Is A Powerful Messenger
EP82 Your Anger Is A Powerful Messenger
Thursday 8th June 2023
Join Heather Ross as she reveals how to understand and harness the power of anger, offering practical steps and insights for personal growth.
24 minutes
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Healing
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Author:
Heather Ross
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Anger as a signal of unmet needs and the importance of understanding its message
- The role of internal thoughts in triggering anger and taking intentional actions
- Uncovering the underlying pain beneath anger to facilitate effective emotional processing
- The consequences of numbing emotions and the significance of identifying satisfying responses
- A three-step process to move through anger, emphasizing emotional vocabulary and the power of forgiveness
So the unmet need is the need for things to be fair or for you to get what you want. So when I'm coaching somebody and they say that they're angry, I ask them what feels unfair about what they're experiencing. And then that opens the door for them to understand their anger.
Heather Ross dives deep into the often misunderstood emotion of anger in this episode. She shares her own experiences with anger, explaining how it led to numbing behaviors and distraction. But instead of avoiding it, Heather suggests that anger can be a powerful messenger if we learn to listen. She offers five key insights to help you understand and embrace your anger, transforming it from a source of discomfort into a tool for growth.
Heather also introduces a straightforward three-step process to navigate through anger, emphasizing the importance of emotional vocabulary and the healing power of forgiveness. This episode isn't just about managing anger—it's about learning from it and using it to foster personal growth and stronger relationships. Whether you're dealing with your own anger or trying to support a loved one through theirs, Heather's practical advice and compassionate approach provide valuable guidance.