Life Kit How to Harness and Transform Anger
Jun 10, 2021
Lama Rod Owens, a teacher of Tibetan Buddhism and author of "Love and Rage," joins the discussion on transforming anger into a valuable teacher. He emphasizes understanding anger as a natural emotion rooted in deeper pain, and shares a six-step meditation to recognize and release it. The conversation tackles cultural narratives around emotional expression, the distinction between feeling and reacting to anger, and practical techniques like 'letting it float' to manage emotions constructively for better well-being and relationships.
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Lama Rod's Early Experiences with Anger
- Lama Rod Owens describes feeling anger from a young age due to his identity as a Black, queer person.
- He explains that anger has been a constant companion, always present even when other emotions weren't.
Cultural Narratives Around Anger
- Societal narratives dictate who can express anger and who can't.
- Women are often taught to suppress anger, while cisgender white men face less policing of their anger.
Reactivity vs. Responsiveness
- Lama Rod Owens emphasizes that anger itself isn't the problem, but rather how we react to it.
- Reacting to anger without awareness can cause harm, while responding mindfully allows better choices.
