The Value of Anger in Becoming Free & Safe from Abuse
For many survivors, anger feels dangerous—like something to suppress or be ashamed of. But what if anger is actually a tool for freedom?
Why Anger is Necessary for Healing
Abusers condition victims to believe that anger is wrong, selfish, or “too much.” In reality, anger is a natural response to injustice. It can serve as a powerful catalyst for change.
Healthy Anger vs. Destructive Anger
Healthy anger fuels boundaries and self-protection.
Destructive anger seeks revenge or keeps you stuck in pain.
Repressed anger turns inward, leading to shame, depression, or self-doubt.
How to Use Anger to Reclaim Your Power
Let It Validate Your Experience – If you feel angry, it means something is wrong. Trust it.
Use It to Set Boundaries – Anger gives you the strength to say, “Enough.”
Channel It into Action – Let it propel you to leave, seek support, or build a new life.