Anger is an extremely powerful emotion that can often consume people if it is not processed effectively. Many people allow things to build up over time. They hold grudges which brew under the surface. Hidden anger can have symptoms that many people might pass off as someone’s personality or just having a bad day. But if you see many of these together for a long period of time, you may have some hidden anger that is controlling your life. Is unresolved anger ruining you life?

Signs 1-5 of Hidden Anger

1.   Procrastination in the completion of imposed tasks.

2.   Perpetual or habitual lateness.

3.   A like for sadistic or ironic humor.

4.   Sarcasm, cynicism, or flippancy in conversation.

5.   Frequent sighing.

Check out more signs throughout the week! It’s time to let go and resolve your anger!

Written by Teri Claassen MSW, LCSW

Teri Claassen MSW, LCSW is a licensed therapist at Imagine Hope Counseling Group. Teri enjoys doing marriage counseling, individual counseling, couples and relationship counseling. Teri also does family counseling, child counseling, and adolescent counseling.  Imagine Hope serves the Indianapolis area, including the surrounding areas of Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Zionsville, and Westfield.