The Transmutation of Anger

An Alchemical Teaching

Anger is a very powerful emotion. Righteous anger even more so, as it’s completely vindicated. This type of anger is a natural response to atrocity, horrific violence, continued suppression, mistreatment and suffering. It is justifiable. And once galvanized, it can create everlasting change.

So how do you transmute anger? How do you harness its power? How do you transform it into action? This is one way, one alchemical teaching for those interested in this type of sacred process. First, recognize that you are a powerful being of light. That you were born with the right to fully experience the journey of life. That you are allowed to feel and express your emotions fully as a divine spiritual being.

Next, acknowledge your anger. Recognize it. Notice where it sits and tap into it. Feel it. Breathe through it. Practice non-resistance. Let it flow through your body. Do not turn away from it. Be brave. Surrender. Next, focus the energy of the anger. Feel it gather. Feel it coil and tighten. Let it culminate within. Next, release it. Express it, safely. Make a decisive motion. Scream. Punch a pillow. Cry. Actively move the energy outward. Move it through your body. Do not hold on to it. Let it go. Next, prepare for right action. Pray. Do ritual. Journal. Dance. Paint. Talk to a friend, a trusted advisor, a therapist. Set intention. Get aligned with what you want, what you want to change, and how you want to change it. Then, finally, ACT. Speak up. Speak out. Work your plan. Join in community doing positive things. Execute your strategies responsibly.

This is a sacred process. This transmutation is one of the most profound experiences of our lives. It is not for the weak or faint of heart for it is extremely courageous to face our wounds, our pain, our anger. It is a brave act of self-care. By taking the time to process our anger it does not settle and take root in our bodies causing disease and discomfort. Let’s use our power to change it, to make progress, to grow, to heal. To live better lives. 

XoSadee