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Understanding Anger: What Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You

Understanding Anger: What Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You

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Sometimes anger isn’t destruction — it’s direction. In this episode, Ari Bryant unpacks the hidden messages behind anger: unmet needs, exhaustion, and the quiet boundaries we’ve ignored. Learn how to channel your frustration into movement, reflection, and peace as you join Ari on her November Reset.

References & Research

  • American Psychological Association (APA).
    “Controlling Anger — Before It Controls You.”
    Retrieved from apa.org
    → Explains anger as a natural emotion, the physical effects of suppression, and healthy regulation techniques.

  • Harvard Health Publishing.
    “The Health Effects of Holding In Anger.”
    Retrieved from health.harvard.edu
    → Details how unexpressed anger contributes to stress, high blood pressure, and emotional exhaustion.

  • Dr. Brené Brown.
    “Atlas of the Heart.” (2021)
    → Defines anger as a “secondary emotion” that often masks deeper feelings like fear, sadness, or betrayal.

  • Dr. Harriet Lerner.
    “The Dance of Anger.” (1985)
    → Classic book on how women can transform anger into clarity and assertive communication rather than suppression.

  • National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
    “Coping with Stress.”
    → Discusses emotional expression and self-care strategies to prevent chronic stress buildup.

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