In Defense of Anger

A common definition of emotion is a mood experienced in certain circumstances. While there are some emotions that invoke joy, there are some that display tragedy. Then there are emotions that express open disdain.

Of all of our feelings and emotions, anger is perhaps the most vocal. From a mere pout to an explosive rage, anger has its wide range of display. Yet, could it be that anger is something we actually need? Though no one dare wish to admit it, but anger does have its place in our lives.

First of all, nobody can be happy all the time. How can anyone find joy in a distressing moment that provokes anyone to rage? It would be incredibly hard to find happiness in a time of frustration. Nobody is willing to take any offense or injustice with glee.

Nor can anyone be sad every single moment. Sadness, grief, heartbreak, and mourning are feelings experienced when required. Yet, with moments of anger, the only thing to expect is a lot of rage, frustration, and disdain.

Let it be known there is one emotion which is filled with energy. This emotion is called anger. Of all the emotions we have, this one is largely avoided. With anger; comes fights, arguments, and disputes. It seems that this one emotion is always treated with such care as to not provoke. After all, nobody wants to see anyone all outraged.

Anger does not have to be explosive either. There is something called tranquil fury. It is a fancy way of saying one is angered, but so calm in their approach. In short, tranquil fury is an oxymoronic feeling. Let's face it. There are times when being all explosive in our fury simply does not work. In those rare moments of fury, being calm really is the best way to go about it. Should anyone become tranquil in their fury, it is largely because of professionalism or deep restraint.

Now, the proponents against anger do have a point. Going ballistic at every little thing does not help matters at times. Losing one's cool at certain times is harmful. Not only does it make a person look foolish, it also causes health problems and frightens a select few. However, this applies to people whom have anger issues and not those whom are upset for one reason or another.

Once someone has wronged; or harmed us, we all want to express our disdain. Not happy or sad, but outright infuriated. Unless they are a masochist, name one person whom takes pleasure in being mistreated. Or list a time when anyone took pleasure in an injustice. As anyone knows, this is fertile ground for retaliation.

Let it be known that anger is something to be used sparingly. Even if we do get upset once in awhile, how we use our anger is another matter. Its fine to shout and maybe cuss here and there. Yet great care must be applied. Anger does, in fact, weaken the heart. There are stories and eyewitness reports of people whom have died from a heart attack brought upon by anger.

Again, while anger is something nobody likes, it does serve its purpose. The emotion of anger allows us to express our disdain openly. Now this is not an attempt to defend bullies or abusers. Anger does not always apply to those two groups of people.

Anger can apply to ordeals, injustice, mistrust, or threats put on for any reason. In a sense, aggression can be a means of defense. While not always violent or loud, anger does provide an ability to guard against all forms of harm which come our way.