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I can't get angry at the people I care about, is there something wrong with me?

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Anonymous
March 28th, 2019 2:14pm
It's very natural to not get angry at the people you care for because you don't want to hurt their feelings, even if they have done something that causes you distress or upset. Many people will try to reason for why the person did what they did, and because of the emotional connection you have to the person getting angry at them is extremely hard and very often doesn't happen. If you need to talk more there are some great listeners and trained therapists on 7cups with many other resources available too, feel free to utilise any of the confidential features.
AliceinWonderland16
April 17th, 2019 6:30am
There's nothing wrong with you. Sometimes we feel that the people we care about don't deserve our anger or pain from us at all. You may feel that you need to protect them. You just have to let yourself know it's okay to be angry with them and even healthy to. Getting angry is part of and important for social interactions. When has there been times where you felt like you were supposed to be angry with them? Why did you think that? Have they been angry with you before? If so, why were they angry with you? I hope I helped you out a little.
ILoveYou0
September 20th, 2019 5:10am
There is absolutely nothing wrong with not being able to get angry with the people you care about. That shows you are a very loving person. We actually need more people like you. Just make sure you don't let people walk all over you. Not being able to get angry is okay. But still let them know what is bothering you, you dont have to show anger for that. Once you communicate how you feel to them then you can try to work things out with that person you care about. Again, there is absolutely nothing that is wrong with you
Anonymous
September 27th, 2019 4:40pm
no, it is perfectly valid to feel angry. we should not prevent ourselves from feelings emotions but we should control our actions that are led by emotions especially negative emotions! even if we care about someone we are allowed to feel angry , disappointed and other emotions that are usually negative! no one should ever repress their emotions it only leads to more harm than good. we as humans will feel emotions regardless of who it is those feelings are directed at. the best we can do is not let those emotions especially emotion of anger direct our actions and reactions towards the person.
Anonymous
October 2nd, 2019 8:16am
It’s hard to tell the people you care about how you really feel. Personally I’ve had the same trouble in the past. But it’s better to tell someone how you feel rather then bottling you emotions up. Most family members or friends do not even know how you are feeling about them. This is what causes stress between people. If you tell them how you feel about them they could change and help the situation. This will make it easier for you to better understand how much they also care about you. Just take a deep breath and breathe.
Anonymous
October 27th, 2019 5:05am
No, nothing is wrong with you. Love is love. When you love someone whether it’s a best friend or your mom/dad we love and rely on them. Which makes it very hard to be angry at them when they are such big parts in our lives. It is different for everyone! But I can assure you there is nothing in the slightest bit wrong with you. Don’t ever think that! But please tell me why would you want to get mad at them? Is there something they have done? Something that you regret being okay with?
LumosPatronum
November 3rd, 2019 11:47pm
No, there isn't something wrong with you. It just seems that you place more value on those you care about than you do your own feelings. It can be hard to address our negative feelings with people we care so much about. However we need to learn to value ourselves and our emotions as well. Getting angry doesn't mean, getting aggressive or mean. Work on using 'I' statements to address your concerns with those you love. Never forget that you and your feelings are just as valuable as anyone elses and that it is okay to make yourself heard, respectfully.
peacefulSoul1906
December 19th, 2019 5:06pm
No there is nothing wrong with you. When you were young, you most likely grew up in an environment where the feeling of anger was not allowed to be expressed. This conditioning was learned by watching others deal with frustration, resentment, and other subtler forms of anger. This is so automatic a reaction, it becomes unconscious to your awareness. You don't even realize why you are doing it. The best thing to do is to let yourself feel the emotion while sitting calmly in comfortable space. You need to take time to sit with your own feelings and learn to feel them. They are there to help you discover more about who you really are.
gentleSun78
December 25th, 2019 7:59am
No, you are blessed as you can't get angry at the people youcare about as it is very beneficial for relationships not to show anger on people who you care about. Many people value that their loved don't get angry on them. Yes, it is something for what you can be thankful and grateful. It is something what our society expects of us and it is therefore culturally acceptable and ok and many times even needed not to be angry with people we care about. Anger can bring troubles into relationships and thus it isn't neither needed, nor wanted at all.
Sadie1984
January 9th, 2020 7:16pm
Absolutely not is there anything wrong with you. You have compassion for those you care about and that is a good quality. However, do not sacrifice who you are and what you believe in because you don't want to hurt someone else's feelings. I find that if you approach others with care and understanding, a lot can be achieved. It's ok to be angry, just try to think before you speak and never be afraid to stand up for what you believe in. Those that truly love us will always accept us even when we are angry. Human emotions are a part of everyday life and it is our right to experience them. Try to be kind to yourself and remember that compassion and empathy really make a difference in the world. You should be very proud of these traits.
Anonymous
February 15th, 2020 11:53am
Of course not. Anger is a normal human emotion that everyone has, it's okay to feel that. And caring about people is a good thing! But even with people you care about, things can't be 100% perfect. So there will always be some frustrating things, and it's okay to be angry about that. Just make sure to talk about it with them, to make it clear that you care about them, they might take your anger for not caring about them, instead of you caring about them but being frustrated about something else. There is nothing wrong with you, it's okay
Anonymous
February 19th, 2020 3:10pm
We process emotions in different ways. What is important is to be aware of our emotions and be mindful of it. A lot of times, there is no right or wrong in feeling, or not feeling emotions. But what is important to remember is that emotions tell us a lot that we need to be willing to listen to. Try to become more conscious of what emotions you feel that may be present instead of anger. Anger may be the emotion you expect to feel, try tuning in to see what else you feel and think about in those times
YourGuardianAngel4ever
February 22nd, 2020 10:52pm
There is absolutely nothing wrong with you. Being angry is harmful to others as we can let our emotions become physical or verbal as well as harming ourselves through self violence. If you want to give them your perspective on an argument or debate there is no reason to yell at them. To clearly and calmly talk to them instead of showing anger is very much better. Knowing that you are mature enough to handle an arguable situation calmly, especially with your family and friends is amazing. They are people close to you, you shouldn’t want to hurt them or be angry just being around some of them. Let them know how you feel with a calm and sensible response, not that of a mad person.
SoulHealerSoul
April 9th, 2020 4:11am
There's nothing wrong with you nor your reaction, sometime when we care so much for others, It's possible that we prioritize their wellness and act on a self destructive way just to avoid us to hurt them, though the real question you could ask yourself is not if you're wrong or not by care that much for them, but if you're taking enough care for yourself, then, and only then, you'll be able to start feeling a real change inside you and making better decisions, which finally will be expressed on different areas of yor life, giving you the strenght and wisdom not to get angry with peoplo you care but to find an asssertive way to express your emotions to them, by being clear without hurt them or diminish yourself.
Here4you2listen
May 6th, 2020 4:53pm
It sounds like you are very empathetic, understanding and compassionate. This may be why you don't get angry at those you care about, because you are understanding and forgiving. There is nothing wrong with you, in fact more people should be like you. Its important however, to not let ourselves run dry, and not to be over forgiving where we are letting people walk all over us. Its important to set boundaries as well, or to express to our loved ones if we are unhappy with something. However, I think its great you don't get angry. It sounds like you have a lot of patience and that's a great skill. While their is nothing wrong with getting angry, there is also nothing wrong with not being angry. I think a lot of people would appreciate that. I myself don't get angry often.
miraculousPanda99
May 28th, 2020 4:11am
Emotions come through differently for different people. I think that things may process differently for those you care about and that’s okay! There isn’t a right or wrong way to feel with people. What that tells me is that you have an empathetic and patient heart. Be patient with yourself too and pay attention to all the emotions you feel. Some may be a derivative of anger like frustration, annoyance etc. either way I don’t believe that makes anything wrong with you. Feelings are unique to you and having them and not having them can both be normal.
Anonymous
June 21st, 2020 5:29pm
I don't think so. You love the people you care about and hence you can forgive them in your heart for whatever they have done. I feel that in most cases when a relationship is healthy, this is good. There is nothing wrong as this is normal human nature. However, if the relationship is tending towards unhealthy or something unforgivable has been done then probably it would be better to distance yourself. In normal cases, this is perfectly fine and is perfectly normal as well. This shows that you truly care about them and that you are a forgiving person.
Love4youXOXO
June 24th, 2020 10:23pm
When you care about someone so much often their flaws are blurred in your eyes. Your love for them clouds your judgment and doesn’t allow you to see what’s right there. Nothing is wrong with you. It is normal to let your emotions get the best of you some time. Your inability to get angry at someone you care about has to do with the fact you love them to the point where you feel like you need them and your life wouldn’t be complete without them. It also reveals the manipulation love has over you. Nothing is wrong with you, just learn that even thoughts you care about can hurt you. How can you be there for others that need you when you are manipulated to the plaint where you deteriorate.
Anonymous
July 9th, 2020 10:11pm
I don't believe that there is something wrong with not be able to get angry at loved ones. For me even if it's something that I know others would get angry about I know that deep down they all still love me and they show it by all of the good days we have. People will believe that there is something wrong with them because they don't get mad at the people they care about because they are empathetic. You understand what that person is saying and why they are doing their actions and then you don't get mad because of that understanding. In conclusion, there is nothing wrong with remaining calm and friendly with the ones that you care about.
Anonymous
July 16th, 2020 4:50pm
In my opinion, no, I don t think that there is something wrong with you. We can say we can t get angry at the people that we care about., but we sometimes do. The thing is that we do it for a short amount of time, we can t stay angry at those people, because they are one of the source of our happiness. We can t get angry at the thing that makes us get up from the bed in the mornings or simplu put a smile on our faces. This is my opinion on this subject.
purposefulLove777
August 13th, 2020 2:33pm
It is perfectly okay to experience anger towards those you love or in fact anyone. For example, Maybe the person has overstepped a boundary and hurt you. And they are unwilling to acknowledge that hurt. You may feel angry and frustrated that you are going unheard. Having the anger is normal. Knowing how to be with the anger within you and learning how to respond and communicate that your boundary has been crossed and you feel angry, in a way that respects the other person and honours your need to express it in a healthy way, is a skill that can be learned. Why not check out the self help guides on managing emotions and boundaries so you can skill up in these areas?
NightApple
October 25th, 2020 2:06am
No! Of course not. Some days the anger sticks and some days the anger does not stay. The key is to forgive (not forget) and remember to fill up your personal tank. Check-in on yourself and see that your needs are being met and make time for yourself to get it right. You need the energy to grow and grapple with emotions (whatever those are) and give grace where grace is due. Give yourself grace too! Ask yourself if there has been any offense done to you and what you can do to tune-up your toolkit of problem-solving skills and personal expression. Use these tools to build a better tomorrow.
Anonymous
October 25th, 2020 7:46pm
There is definitely nothing wrong with you. I also find it hard to get mad at those I care about. Sometimes it is ok to get mad though but the way you display your anger is what is important. If you are upset it is important to voice your concerns in a healthy and respectful way. You sound like an extremely kind person. I do hope you have a way to express your emotions though in some form or another. Whether that is through conversation either in person or over the phone. Good luck to you!
LaszloSzakali
November 11th, 2020 2:45pm
There's absolutely nothing wrong with you! Feeling anger towards someone you care about or love is nothing to be worried about. You should try to speak with them about these feelings you're experiencing so that there is no weird void between you two. Talking about it all always helps, and you might even get to know how they feel towards you as well.There isn't anything wrong with you. Anger is negative emotion and sometimes we care about someone so much that they don't cause those emotions in us. That doesn't mean that anything is wrong with you. It actually may be good in some situations that you don't get angry - that means you can deal with problems in a calm, kind way. When someone is doing something that you find wrong/upsetting, you need to discuss it with them, and not being angry gives you a better chance at that discussion being calm and having actual, positive results, so I don't feel that there is anything wrong with you.
Bambi02
November 11th, 2020 6:51pm
No! There's nothing wrong with you, you just love them deeply and you don't wanna hurt them. But if you're getting hurt ... you have to talk to them about it. If they don't understand you're gonna have to drop them as friends(If they're friends) and for family try explaining this to a family member you trust. But at the end of the day, you have to do what you think is best for yourself...because you know yourself better than anyone! I hope I helped you out...I also hope you understood what I said lol. But have a wonderful day/evening/night.
Junewithwishes
November 14th, 2020 5:47pm
There's nothing wrong, hunny. That's all because you love them with all your heart and angry with them means hurting them and you can't stand the idea of hurting them. I see you have a big heart for caring at them and try to protect them also. Angry can means you care at them also but maybe you show them your caring side with another emotions. And once again it's normal, dear. I hope you have a good day always and keep caring with the people that you love. Because it's a safe sign for you to love them for who they are and when they do a mistake, anger isn't the answer to help them. You can do other things to show that you care at them.
sallysalad1233
December 30th, 2020 12:59am
There is nothing wrong with you not getting angry. And that is completely normal. The reason is because you care about people so much that you worry about how they would feel if you were to get angry. There is absolutely nothing wrong with you because that is the same with me and nearly everyone. For example, if my friends do something to me that I don't like, I cannot get mad at them because I am scared of losing them. So that could be the same with you. But don't worry about the consequences because it is okay to get mad sometimes, and even if that with with people you care about. In order to have a stronger bond with people, it is essential to sometimes express your feelings if you do get mad. If you have any additional questions, leave another question to the 7 cups community. Thank you and hope you have a wonderful day
Anonymous
January 29th, 2021 1:59pm
There is nothing wrong with you, being angry at someone you love and care about if something happened you believe they are deserving to be angered on is not a necessity. It shows that you love and truly care for them regardless of what they had done, if you think that this is a really big problem and it is interfering with your social and personal issues then I advise you to talk to your loved ones and the ones that you care about, if they understand how you are feeling and how you can't get angry, perhaps, later on, you won't find it wrong at all and find it better to not be angry and settle on arguments that could cause fights.
letsfindyourbeyond
March 6th, 2021 7:14am
Not at all. You have reached that level of understanding and acceptance that you might know the reasons of things they do, that make you angry. And since you understand them, care for them, you have accepted them as they are. This is the most beautiful quality of yours. But, sadly there is a downside too. When you care for someone, its not easy to be unconditional, one day you will expect them to care for you, they may or may not. And then if you keep your emotions to yourself, you are hurting yourself. It's like a volcano mountain, you are adding the lava of anger and the hurt from unfulfilled expectations into a mountain, one day it might explode. Either care unconditionally or make sure they know you care. Never forget, nothing is wrong with you, you are too good to be wrong, but this anything too much in this world doesn't give peace.
Lighthouse10
March 11th, 2021 3:01pm
No, you're just a really kind and good hearted person. You are also most likely to be a type 9 on the Enneagram personality test as this type loves peace and harmony with those around them, and would go to great length to achieve it. However although it might just indicate that you have a heart of gold, it is important to learn to set boundaries so you can protect yourself from being taken advantage of, and protect your heart from getting hurt. Anger doesn't always solve things, so if someone has harmed you, you don't need to get angry at them, but do make it clear that they crossed one of your boundaries, so that they can be careful.