Anger
Anger is a necessary emotion. It allows us to stand up for our convictions and at times is required for self protection. Problems arise when anger is unconsciously used as a cover up to vulnerable feelings such as fear, shame, sadness and hopelessness. When we are easily angered, lose patience quickly, and feel overwhelmed often there is an underlying emotion at its core. The brain is in a high arousal state and fear, shame and poor sense of self worth dominate our emotions and actions. Anger symptoms can damage our relationships, cause us to lose our sense of self and the autonomy to govern ourselves. Anger robs us of our ability to be true to the most important part of us.