5 Signs You’re Suppressing Anger Somatically (And How to Stop)

Episode Summary: In this episode, Heidi Lester explores why we often fear anger and how"niceness" can sometimes be a sign of somatic shutdown. We dive into the nervous system's role in suppressing emotions and provide practical somatictools to help you reclaim your boundaries. Key Takeaways: ·        Anger as Protection: Understanding anger not as a"bad" emotion, but as a biological signal that a boundary has been crossed. ·        Somatic Shutdown: Identifying the physical signs ofsuppressed anger, such as sudden fatigue, brain fog, and "fawning" (over-agreeableness). ·        The Body-Mind Link: Why "storing" angerleads to resentment and emotional exhaustion. ·        The Wall Push Exercise: A simple somatic tool to releasethe physical "charge" of frustration safely. ·        Boundary Clarity: How acknowledging anger allows us tocommunicate our needs without aggression. Resources Mentioned: ·        Affect Labelling: The psychological practice ofnaming emotions to reduce amygdala activation. ·        Somatic Experiencing Principles: Understandingthwarted self-defence in the nervous system. Reflection Question: "Where in my life am I prioritising 'being nice' over being honest with my own boundaries?" Next Episode: Don't miss next week: 5 Tips to Regulate the Emotions That Control You.