When you are struggling with rage, it’s a challenging time. Maybe you are angry at yourself or you lash out on others. Yesterday I discussed how to deal with someone you love has a drinking problem.

You may have been promised and sworn to that the person would never drink again, but what happens when they fall?

Time after time, year after year, the angry can bubble up and explode into rage.

The frustration, fear, and hurt can build up and eventually boil over into hate.

When you feel powerless, weak, and exhausted, beware of rage. Each person handles the emotion in a different way. Some direct the rage inward and take it out on themselves as they try to repress their feelings. Others might take their rage out on others.

When we look at how we feel, trying to bottle up the feelings isn’t going to work. But when we address how we feel and take positive steps to handle our emotions, we can find healthy ways to express our feelings.

I ask that you take care of yourself and set a boundary line with what you can and cannot control.

Trying to fight against what you cannot control will only make you feel more powerless.

Admit that you need help, get the help you need, and if that’s not possible, attend an Adult Children of Alcoholics meeting.

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