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Anger: “I have a right to be angry.”

Posted on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 by Alison

Anger as a signal When you feel anger rising in your belly, your subconscious is telling you something. Usually anger is warning you to pay attention and perhaps to take action in order to avoid potential pain or loss. Anger … Continue reading →

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“Anger is eating me up.”

Posted on Monday, April 23, 2012 by Alison

Anger is generally a signal that indicates that you or somebody is being treated unfairly or being harmed. Once angered, it does no good to dwell in the hell of repeatedly going over the betrayal or wrongdoing that has occurred. … Continue reading →

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“I don’t want to get angry anymore.”

Posted on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by Alison

Anybody can become angry — that is easy, but to be angry with the right person and to the right degree and at the right time and for the right purpose, and in the right way — that is not … Continue reading →

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Defensiveness:
“What do you mean by that? You’re always attacking me!”

Posted on Thursday, May 12, 2011 by Alison

It is important to be able to stand up and defend yourself. However, the best defense does not involve acting defensively. Being defensive means you are overly sensitivity to criticism, and are anxious to challenge or avoid it. Unfortunately, showing … Continue reading →

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When Others are Angry:
“I can’t deal with my husband’s anger, even though his anger’s about someone at work. I just walk away.”

Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2011 by Alison

If you can’t handle being in the room when your spouse is angry, then leaving might be necessary. But try not to walk away without an explanation, or he might feel rejected or abandoned. Explain that you feel overwhelmed by … Continue reading →

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Jealous Partner:
“How can you be so jealous! You’re being ridiculous.”

Posted on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 by Alison

A jealous partner may have experienced abandonment in his or her life and be easily triggered. Getting angry won’t help the situation. Try to have compassion. “You sound jealous. I want you to know you are the most important person … Continue reading →

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