Of Course You're Angry: A Guide to Dealing with the Emotions by Gayle Rosellini

By Gayle Rosellini

Notwithstanding we won't prefer to admit it, we all get offended. now and then we consider irked, exasperated, annoyed, green with envy, even enraged. Anger is a regular and fit human emotion; studying to recognize and show it thoroughly, in spite of the fact that, specifically for these in early restoration, is one other tale. First released in 1985, this well timed revision of the best-selling Hazelden name at the nature and determination of anger exhibits us tips to make anger paintings in a favorable and potent means that may ease, instead of exacerbate, the issues and demanding situations of early restoration. In a pleasant, nonconfrontive demeanour, in fact you are offended publications readers to find the resource in their anger and the types it takes--such as violence, melancholy, resentment, and manipulation. Authors Gayle Rosellini and Mark Worden proceed by means of exploring quite a few anger types, after which offer transparent, good, and functional instructions for expressing anger, conquering "common conceits," and "wrangling with rancor." Their real-life examples and down-to-earth recommendation for facing anger with out worry or guilt--and with no hurting oneself or others--offers addicts in addition to their relations and buddies a manner handed probably the most harmful pitfalls of early restoration.

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I've been so angry at times I couldn't remember things I said or did. ___ ___ 16. After arguing with someone, I hate myself. ___ ___ 17. I've had trouble on the job because of my temper. ___ ___ 18. When riled up, I often blurt out things I later regret saying. ___ ___ 19. Some people are afraid of my bad temper. ___ ___ 20. When I get angry, frustrated, or hurt, I comfort myself by eating or using alcohol or other drugs. Page 12 True False ___ ___ 21. When someone hurts or frustrates me, I want to get even.

At times, we all experience intense emotions. We behave erratically. When under pressure, we sweat like horses, our fingers tremble, and our stomachs churn. But, like Kirk, we also have inner reserves of strength, intelligence, and common sense to counterbalance these imperfections in our character. Interestingly, no one has ever told me they'd want to be like Data, the popular android character on Star Trek: The Next Generation. Data is a machine. He has no emotions at all. Spock, who is half-human, experiences deep friendships, caring, and loyalty.

Problem Solving and Serenity Our goal in recovery is to learn how to face these problems with dignity and a reasonable sense of perspective. Amazingly, once we begin doing that, much of our distress lessens. We become better able to cope with our families, jobs, frustrations, and disappointments. Even though we may never achieve the serenity of a Buddhist monk, we can become happier than we are now. The Serenity Prayer is a valuable guide, teaching us to pray for the serenity to accept what cannot be changed, the courage to change the things we can change, and the wisdom to tell the difference.

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