Unexpressed Anger

Here is a checklist to help you determine if you are hiding your anger from yourself. Any of these is usually a sign of hidden unexpressed anger.

1. Procrastination in the completion of imposed tasks.
2. Perpetual or habitual lateness.
3. A liking for sadistic or ironic humor.
4. Sarcasm, cynicism or flippancy in conversation.
5. Frequent sighing.
6. Over politeness, constant cheerfulness, attitude of “grin and bear it”.
7. Smiling while hurting.
8. Frequent disturbing or frightening dreams.
9. Over-controlled monotone speaking voice.
10. Difficulty in getting to sleep or sleeping through the night.
11. Boredom, apathy, loss of interest in things you are usually enthusiastic about.
12. Slowing down of movements.
13. Getting tired more easily than usual.
14. Excessive irritability over trifles.
15. Getting drowsy at inappropriate times.
16. Sleeping more than usual / maybe 12 to 14 hours a day.
17. Waking up tired rather than rested or refreshed.
18. Clenched jaws or grinding of the teeth / especially while sleeping.
19. Facial tics, spasmodic foot movements, habitual fist clenching and similar repeated physical acts done unintentionally or unaware.
20. Chronically stiff or sore neck or shoulder muscles.
21. Chronic depression… extended periods of feeling down for no reason.
22. Stomach ulcers.

Wow.

http://theunboundedspirit.com/22-signs-of-unexpressed-anger/