A devout person who has anger (management) issues

[jeannetherese]

Does it suit a person who claims him/herself to be an ardent devotee to God - to have anger management issues? Well, I just thought that if one so believes in the Almighty and is devoted to Him , he/she won’t give in to anger whether or not there’s a direct cause to be. Of course, I’m not talking about saints.

Well, Saint Jerome was a pretty feisty guy. he seemed to have a gift for wearing out his welcome. Perhaps you could pray to him, asking him to add his prayers to yours for the person in question (and for those who have to deal with all of that anger).

 

[Margaret_Ann]

You are a God-send. Thank you for starting this thread because I need it most of all.

 

[Joegrane]

A devout person I know (of) is prone to throwing such a wrath around her that I’m wondering if it’s actually God in “action” or her own psychological conflicts exploding out?

Remember we are mind body and spirit. A physiological issue may be a contributing factor. I know the experience of a couple friends on this subject. I share the following not pretending to know the issue involved in your case but as an example of what could be a contributing factor.

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[JanR]

Anger arises from woundedness, and chronic anger from deep woundedness. It also arises from having one’s sense of morality offended (righteous anger).

The anger arising from woundedness needs to be addressed professionally by someone who is unprejudiced, compassionate and also honest. One who can look at it objectively and with an accurate understanding of where it’s coming from and why, and what is needed to heal it so the client can move on with a greater measure of peace.

Not every therapist is good for this.

Anger arising from an offense of one’s sense of morality is usually brought on by grave injustices seen in society and committed by society, or a segment of society. That kind of anger can drive good people to correct injustices, which makes us all a better society.

Wrath is one of the seven deadly sins, but that refers to destructive wrath, which is selfish and prideful.

I would suggest your friend seek professional help with her apparently deep-seated anger (volcanic eruptions begin from deep within the earth). She might also benefit from discussing it with her priest or spiritual director. The two sources for help needn’t be incompatible, provided the right people are involved. That’s what you both need to pray for – the right people who can truly help her.

I wish both of you the best. Anger of any kind can be difficult to deal with.