Anger isn't Always the Enemy: Here's Why

Today I want to talk about Anger - that often feared emotion.

Have you noticed how we're often told to keep our anger to ourselves? From being little and hearing "calm down" to being adults where showing anger is looked down upon, it seems like we're supposed to hide how we really feel.

Take, for example, a past client of mine - a man of a large stature, who was taught by his mother to conceal his anger lest he intimidate those around him. He became a master at internalizing his emotions, sequestering them in a corner of his being until he felt nothing at all. A life lived, yet not felt.

This might sound familiar. When we’re taught to repress certain emotions, we become afraid of expressing any emotions at all.

When I was a kid I used to cry a lot. I would become overwhelmed by emotion at even the slightest hint of dissatisfaction of an adult and would start to cry every time I felt upset, hurt, angry, or like I had to explain or defend myself.

I couldn’t stop the tears – they just came out. And society taught me that intense emotions = emotional manipulation and so I tried my best to keep my emotions at bay – until inevitably they started to show up in different ways (through stomachaches or headaches, or in breakouts on my skin).

It's a testament to the truth that what we bury will find its way out, albeit through unexpected avenues.

Enter my latest podcast guest, who also happens to be my wonderfully talented sister Jessie Parker. Jessie shares her own story of anger unexpressed and how the emotion found a home nesting in her shoulder. It was only after numerous physical therapy sessions and even surgery that she discovered the emotional roots of her physical pain. Through acknowledging her anger and adopting healthier expression outlets, (such as Affirmations as she shares with us in the latest podcast episode) Jessie transformed her pain into power, aligning her physical wellbeing with her newfound emotional freedom.

Despite what so many of us are taught, anger is a healthy emotion. It's a valid, healthy part of our emotional spectrum, demanding to be acknowledged and expressed responsibly.

In my coaching sessions, I witness the transformative power of facing and articulating our fears, sadness, and the gamut of emotions that overcome us. It's in the embrace of our full emotional selves that we find the courage to transcend past barriers and welcome new experiences with open arms.

Embracing the full spectrum of our emotions doesn't just liberate us—it invites a richer, more authentic engagement with life itself. It's about syncing with our natural rhythms and stepping into the new with curiosity and openness.

What emotions are you holding back? How might they be manifesting physically in your life?

Want to learn how to transform the hidden emotion to emotional freedom? Find a time to chat with me here.

With love,

Amanda

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