SUPPRESSED ANGER TOPICS

We have been taught to avoid expressing angry feelings--although we are all extremely angry people who are unaware of these feelings. Because we are unaware, our anger is expressed inappropriately in self-destructive ways:

1. Procrastination in the completion of imposed tasks.

2. Perpetual or habitual lateness.

3. A liking for sadistic or ironic humor.

4. Sarcasm, cynicism or flippancy in conversation.

5. Over-politeness, constant cheerfulness, an attitude of "grin and bear it."

6. Frequent sighing.

7. Smiling while hurting.

8. Frequent disturbing or frightening dreams.

9. Over-controlled monotone speaking voice.

10. Difficulty in getting to sleep or difficulty sleeping through the night.

11. Boredom, apathy, loss of interest in things.

12. Slowing down of body movements.

13. Getting tired more easily than usual.

14. Excessive irritability over trifles.

15. Getting drowsy at inappropriate times.

16. Sleeping more than usual--maybe 12 to 14 hours per day.

17. Waking up tired rather than rested and refreshed.

18. Clenched jaws--especially while sleeping.

19. Facial tics, spasmodic foot movements, habitual fist clenching and similar repeated physical acts done unintentionally (or which I am unaware of).

20. Grinding of the teeth--especially while sleeping.

21. Chronically stiff or sore neck.

22. Chronic depression--extended periods of feeling down for no reason.

23. Stomach upset and ulcers.