When I first started the thread on anger, I didn’t realize there would be quite so much to say. One important element that hasn’t yet been discussed: what happens when we bottle up anger? Or, when we simply let anger stew in our system unprocessed?

1. It suppresses the immune system. Some say it can cause certain kinds of cancer.
2. It creates a victim mentality. Other people are to blame, and we can’t take action. (Think about how you feel when driving.)
3. If we can’t take action, it’s actually disempowering.

To reiterate – it’s healthy and human to feel angry. It’s caused by trying to get our power back, and can be a positive motivating force. However, it’s essential to process it. Whether through…

• exercising
• yelling into a pillow or an empty room
• changing your perspective to find acceptance and peace
• redirecting your energy to find your true power
• or simply processing with someone else whatever is needed,

…choose to let it be an empowering force. Don’t let it stagnate your life. Instead, take its guidance and allow it to transform your life for the better.