Why stepping away from politics might be the key to managing anger

I have had a prevailing sense of anger for the last few months.

I'm snappish.

I'm a powder keg at times, and I don't like it.

I decided to sit down and try to figure out what is going in my life that has caused all this anger.

Loss for sure.

I've been to a lot of funerals in the last few months.

Stress.

Definitely. I have to try and manage that a little better.

However, stress and loss will always be a part of my life.

What else is making me angry? What is making me eat Tums like candy?

Politics.

Anger seems to be the prevailing sentiment when I think about politics.

The polarization of political parties has created a terrible environment for me.

That division extends to my circle of family and friends, as well.

It has created a cycle of anger and deep frustration for me and I don't have time for it.

I can step away from politics for awhile.

No more talk radio, nightly news programs, and especially social media.

Maybe we'll have come to a point of common goals and shared values when I return.

Who am I kidding?

I can only hope, but until then, pass the Tums.

See you out there.