20 ways to recognize stages of anger

Anger is a normal, healthy emotion when expressed appropriately. First step is understanding the feelings of anger. The following are feelings that lead to intense level of anger. The first 11 are emotional responses, while the proceeding 9 are physical responses to anger.

1. Uneasy- nervousness, restlessness

2. Uncomfortable- not feeling stable

3. Withdrawn- not wanting to talk to anyone

4. Irritated- frustration

5. Agitated- another form of irritation

6. Annoyed- upset/frustrated about something or someone

7. Upset- sad, mix of uncomfortable emotions

8. Mad- intense angry emotions

9. Angry

10. Furious

11. Rageful

12. Headache- tension

13. Muscle tension- especially around the neck area

14. Changes in breathing- increase in rate of breathing

15. Clenched fist

16. Tight stomach

17. Upset stomach- ulcers, indigestion

18. Sleep disturbance- insomnia, hypersomnia

19. Yelling, screaming

20. Hitting/breaking things- anger manifested physically