CHECKLIST FOR HIDDEN ANGER
If we have a national fault, it is hiding our own anger from ourselves. Here is a check list to help you determine if you are hiding anger
from yourself. Any of these is usually a sign of hidden, unexpected anger.
- Procrastination in the completion of imposed tasks at work.
- Perpetual or habitual sadness.
- A liking for sadistic or ironic humor.
4.. Sarcasm, cynicism or flippancy in conversation.
- Over-politeness, constant cheerfulness, attitude of “grin and bear “
- . Frequent outbursts.
- Smiling while saying something negative.
- Frequent disturbing or frightening dreams
- Over-controlled monotone speaking voice .
- Boredom, apathy, loss of interest in things you are usually enthusiastic about.
- Difficulty in getting to sleep .
- Slowing down for no reason.
- Getting tired more easily than before.
- Excessive irritability over small things.
- Getting drowsy at inappropriate times
- Sleeping more than usual — over 9 hours is a major sign of anger.
- Waking up tired rather than rested
- Clenched jaws
- Facial tics, spasmodic foot movements, habitual fist clenching, and similar repeated acts done unintentionally.
- Grinding of the teeth — especially while sleeping
- Chronically stiff or sore neck or shoulders
- Chronic depression — extended periods of feeling down for no
reason .
- Stomach issues that never go away.