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About Anger & Anger Problems
Forms of Anger Attitudes

I used to be afraid to tell anyone I was unhappy or angry about my situation. I would allow people, particularly my husband, to take advantage of me to the point of abuse. I would repress my anger until I couldn't stand it any more, then I would overreact to anything I believed infringed on my personal boundaries. My pent-up anger would then surprise and anger other people so much they would retaliate against me. In this way, I left myself open to even more abuse. Anger Alternatives has taught me how to take responsibility for my own needs and wants and to make them known to others in appropriate ways."

ANGER IS A MESSAGE.
Anger tells you that you are hurt and you don't want to be hurt.

Anger is a valid, healthy emotion.
Anger is an emotion that can help set limits and boundaries in relationships.
Anger is a tool to help identify needs and wants.
Anger is powerful and needs to be used with respect.
When you know how to respond to your anger positively, you can tap into an unlimited source of personal power. This personal power can in turn enable you to speak for yourself and to learn to manage the fear of shame or criticism.
Anger Alternatives can show you how to work towards your wants without rage, violence, aggression, or controlling behaviors.
Did you know that...?

An anger problem is any behavior caused by anger that hurts you or someone else
Anger problems affect men and women of all ages, and from all walks of life.
Anger problems come in many forms.
Some people become indecisive or inactive when they feel their own or another persons anger. (Passive)
Some people act out anger feelings by attacking, or trying to control. (Aggressive)
Some people use addictions to avoid their feelings. (Dependant-Addicted)
Some people become introverted and depressed.(Depressive)
Some people use their anger to manipulate or manage others. (Passive-Aggressive)
All anger problems are a form of control.
When anger is "reacted" to, the anger is in control.

At Anger Alternatives, you can learn the tools to...

Control anger related behavior
Separate anger feelings from anger behaviors
Identify anger sources
Learn anger signals
Stop anger from being in control.
Accept and respect yourself
Develop emotional literacy
Release old shame and guilt.
Break old patterns that don't work

Stop reactionary behaviors
Determine available support
Improve interpersonal communication skills.
Improve relationships with family, friends, and fellow employees.

Establish limits and boundaries
Take appropriate risks