People Lash Out When They're Sad

Remind yourself to look for the cornered, fearful animal behind the angry words.

Burnt Umbrage (1997) by Dorothea Tanning

Many people get angry and cast blame when they’re upset. I’m writing that down in plain language because it’s something I haven’t acknowledged adequately over the course of my life. I haven’t recognized it in myself often enough. I haven’t witnessed it through clear eyes with others.

If you grew up in a household w…