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Gus Mujica's avatar

Well said. I've read this twice..and didn't notice anything about your husband making you angry ? Phew.

And I know your not a door slammer , but we both agree that the soft close hinges in the kitchen were a great addition.

BTW anytime you feel like swinging an axe, we have a pile of firewood in the back yard that needs chopped.

Pray for me.

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Shelby Tutty, MHA's avatar

I had a very progressive family that allowed me to express anger. My favorite method growing up was door slamming. There's something kinetic about swinging the darn thing open to gain momentum and putting your whole weight into slamming it shut. The satisfying sound and whoosh of air by my face would bring me down to baseline. That built up anger energy would be gone. I feel silly doing anything else ... screaming, slamming pillows, hitting a punching bag. None are as resetting to me as a good door slam. No one else slammed doors in my family... it was my trademark.

Do you think anger and frustration are the same emotion or different? I often feel frustrated but true anger for me is rare.

Loved the podcast accompanying the article. It really brings it to life. Thank you for mentioning my work!

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