[ThisWayOut]

I don't know what's wrong with me lately. I have really intense mood swings that have me so incredibly angry over virtually nothing. It reminds me of my dad, which makes me want to si... and the holiday is here and there's no extra support at all. And Sunday brings with it 2 very emotional anniversaries :/ I think the anniversaries have something to do with the crazy anger. I hate it though. I hate the person I am when I'm like that. No one deserves to be on the receiving end, but anyone in close proximity gets it when it comes. I wish I could give in because it feels like that would help the anger. But my wife would be so mad... can I just be unconscious for the rest of the week and wake up Monday with no repercussions?

[MusicLover79]

Originally Posted by MdngtRain

I don't know what's wrong with me lately. I have really intense mood swings that have me so incredibly angry over virtually nothing. It reminds me of my dad, which makes me want to si... and the holiday is here and there's no extra support at all. And Sunday brings with it 2 very emotional anniversaries :/ I think the anniversaries have something to do with the crazy anger. I hate it though. I hate the person I am when I'm like that. No one deserves to be on the receiving end, but anyone in close proximity gets it when it comes. I wish I could give in because it feels like that would help the anger. But my wife would be so mad... can I just be unconscious for the rest of the week and wake up Monday with no repercussions?

I'm so sorry you feel that way. Just realize SI won't make you feel better. You'll probably feel worse in the long run. Something that helps me when I feel that anger or anxiety is deep breathing or focusing on things in the room I'm in. Also just try and positive and remember these feelings won't last.

[adam_k]

Is there a way to let out all of your anger without hurting anyone (emotionally or physically)? Some vigorous exercise, Breaking some old stuff, Throwing rocks, Breaking old plates, screaming?

Anger is a scary emotion. I do a very terrible job with anger. I tend to internalize all of it, do a lot of self blaming, beat up on my self esteem, or self injure.

I hope you make it through the week. Hang in there.

[nicoleflynn]

Are you in therapy? There is a reason for your anger and if you can pin-point it it will help. Anger isn't bad; it is an emotion that tells you to pay attention and something needs to be paid attention to and "fixed." You cannot ignore it, it needs to be confronted and dealt with. The Verbally Abusive Relationship by Patricia Evans is a book I think should be required reading for everyone on the planet. Perhaps writing down all of your feelings might help some....walking, running, talking, writing....ways to get that energy out.

[ThisWayOut]

thanks all.
nicoleflynn, I am in therapy, but everyone is unavailable for the weekend because of the holiday.
I will try the activity. the anger paralyzes me quite a bit after the burst of verbal anger. it never gets physical, but I still hate it. and it feels like it comes out of nowhere. i wish there was more warning, but it literally hits out of nothing. I need to start paying more attention to the triggers...
I'm in an ok mood at the moment, so I hope it stays.

[MusicLover79]

Originally Posted by MdngtRain

thanks all.
nicoleflynn, I am in therapy, but everyone is unavailable for the weekend because of the holiday.
I will try the activity. the anger paralyzes me quite a bit after the burst of verbal anger. it never gets physical, but I still hate it. and it feels like it comes out of nowhere. i wish there was more warning, but it literally hits out of nothing. I need to start paying more attention to the triggers...
I'm in an ok mood at the moment, so I hope it stays.

Another thing you could do to pay attention to the triggers is to write down what is making you mad that way you can see over time what your triggers are and how to avoid them