We live in a world where our beliefs are constantly being challenged. Social media, workplace discussions, and even family gatherings can spark debates that highlight differences in opinions and values. Unlike past generations, most of us no longer live in communities where everyone shares the same cultural attitudes and beliefs.
When beliefs that matter deeply to us are challenged, questioned, or dismissed, our reactions can be strong. Anger flares, sometimes erupting as rage.
Why Rage Gets Stuck
This reactive response is a normal part of being human. Our nervous system is wired to detect threat, and when our deepest values feel under attack, fight–flight–freeze takes over. The problem arises when these automatic reactions hijack our rational thinking. We get stuck overreacting.
Stuck rage operates at an energetic level—emotional and often irrational—sometimes without even recognizing it. It can show up as explosive outbursts, simmering resentment, or silent withdrawal. In the moment, you know you are right with no space for questioning it. While these responses may feel protective, chronic activation of fight–flight–freeze can take a serious toll on health, while also affecting relationships, work, and finances.
A Personal Example
I wouldn’t describe myself as “enraged,” but I certainly got angry—especially in work situations where I had to fight for my team. Working in a corporate setting for over 30 years, this was a familiar experience.
One example was during a “Simplification” project in the sales department. I was asked to join a committee to address work overload because the national sales team was struggling to keep up with increasing system demands. Instead of reducing administrative burden so we could focus on our customers, the work became more complicated. Despite working really hard to improve things, my input was not being considered. Frustration was constantly activated during this project.
One morning, while writing an email response to a proposal, I noticed I was angry. I paused and, rather than continue, decided to explore what was happening using Logosynthesis®. I traced my reaction to an old memory of struggling to keep up in the hayfields as a child. Applying the Logosynthesis® sentences to this memory, I noticed a shift. From this calmer place, I could think more clearly to bring my ideas forward in a better approach. This sense of calm related to this issue stayed with me going forward.
This experience showed me that anger—or rage—is a reaction to something that has occurred in the past. By shifting the memory, I could be more present to influence meaningful change.
Shifting the Pattern
The key is recognizing rage for what it is: a normal reaction that can be shifted. We don’t need to stay trapped in these damaging behaviours.
Through Logosynthesis®, I now have access to a model that offers a simple yet powerful way to release energy frozen in reactive patterns. The process works by identifying mental imagery linked to distress, then using precise sentences to shift that energy. The result is often an immediate sense of calm. Instead of being hijacked by reactive patterns, I can respond effectively in the present.
Why It Matters Now
In times of rapid change and uncertainty, the ability to release rage is not just about personal well-being—it’s about how we show up in the world. Rather than making decisions when stuck in reactive mode, we can shift the stressor first and then act. This creates space for healthier conversations, deeper connections, and more creative solutions.
A Path to Healthier Living
From my years working in corporate environments and volunteering in my community, I recognize that we all want to make a difference and contribute. Yet our environment can trigger reactive behaviours that feel defining.
Noticing and releasing rage doesn’t mean ignoring injustice or silencing our voice. It means letting go of the reactive charge that keeps us stuck so we can act with calm focus. This shift benefits our health, relationships, and communities.
🌿 This is the work I am committed to—doing my own work first and guiding others to let go of what no longer serves them. In a world where our beliefs are continually challenged, learning how to release rage is not only possible, it is essential for healthier living.