Anger issues/ depression

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I have recently admitted to having a very very bad temper. And the sad part is that I will get mad over nothing. First of all I am automatically defensive to anything people say to me, even if they are just joking. They can say that I didn’t shut the door or something silly like that and I will immediately defend myself. Then its like I can’t handle someone trying to give me advice on how to do something like cooking or whatever. I seem to always think negatively in regards to myself. And I don’t know why. I don’t know how to get my anger under control, and I am afraid if I don’t soon, I will lose my bf. And I am scared…. Maybe it all stems from my not be able to find a job and I could be depressed? idk

Category: asked March 30, 2014

5 Answers

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Hi Taytay, just remember that life isn't worth getting angry over small and silly things. You need to increase your tolerance level. And I know sometimes you can find criticism annoying but remember, you meet all kinds of people in this world and they will always criticize you for something or the other but then ask yourself, is it worth getting mad over someone or something so stupid? there's no point getting angry or upset over anything, there's so much more to that. But don't worry I think if you learn to control, though it won't be easy, you'll be able to do it :) if you need to talk more about this or anything else, send me a message :) Good luck and stay strong <3
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I will say something that I think you should know:

You are amazing. You are wonderful.
Thank you for being you.
You are like no other can't be copied.
Thank you for existing for this long.
I don't know, but it must be difficult.
Thank you for surviving this long.


You can't see it, it's ok no one does, but this is just a minor scene in the great play of your life.Don't worry, you're doing great. Good Job.I don't know if that helps. If it does I'm glad. If not, I'm sorry.
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Okay. Well my first reaction would be to see a professional therapist. Your anger could be linked with something traumatic that happened in your life and caused a form of PTSD. I suffer from anger issues and event the smallest things piss me off, like listening to someone eat or breath. I found that it was easier to remove myself from the situation or take a deep breath in and out and/or count to ten.Also tearing up paper or having a stress ball on you helps a lot. And if someone is dissing you (jokingly) just calmly reply "I'm sorry but i really don't find that funny." Or something along the line.I should also add that if your feeling shitty about yourself, go to the mirror look yourself in the eye and say your loved, wanted, smart and beautiful. Strike a pose and (if you want to) put on some makeup, I've found that it helps me deal with my insecurities.I hope this helps, if not send me a message.
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I agree with Lily, a counselor or therapist could help you a lot with not only managing your anger and stress, but also finding out what is truly causing it and help you to resolve that issue so that you experience these feelings less. It could be a wide combination of things, but the best thing you can do to help yourself fix it is to talk to someone openly and honestly about how you're feeling.
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Don't be scared. You come across as a smart, motivated young lady and I'm sure you won't be looking for work for long. Don't stress about sending out applications; you can reject as many offers as you want and every opportunity to practice your interview technique is a blessing. Tell your boyfriend how vulnerable you feel and that you need his love and reassurance. Maybe you could take a short holiday somewhere and just relax and read for a few days, find yourself again. Being unemployed can be stressful, hard work and sometimes it all seems so futile, but it is temporary. Just because you have been unlucky so far, it doesn't diminish your achievments to date. Keep hunting down those opportunities and use the energy your temper gives you to motivate you to achieve your aspirations, and just forget all those immediate annoyances.