Managing Anger—When there is No One to Share the Pain Did you know that according to the Census Bureau, 40 percent of never-married women in their 30’s have a child? ...In 1970 there were 3.4 million single mothers in the United States, and now there are almost 10 million. And, single mothers face the same problems as couples—lack of day care and family issues. In addition, single parents face many more decisions and feelings alone. So it becomes even more important to learn how to express healthy anger that will prolong and increase the quality of life. Conversely, if you repress your anger, it can shorten your life. To help you understand the impact of anger in your daily life, I’ve divided this article into two areas: Underlying factors that sabotage relationships; and Tips on how to diffuse anger and create intimacy with the important people in your life. |
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