Shades of Green

  Growing up, I believed in the power of expressing anger rather than bottling it up, thinking it was a bold reflection of my father's influence. My childhood was marked by an environment where the expression of anger was encouraged. I learned that holding back emotions was a sign of weakness, and asserting oneself through anger was a display of strength. This perception stayed with me into adulthood, shaping my interactions and responses. However, time taught me a valuable lesson – that anger can erode relationships. Despite numerous acts of service, a single angry outburst can overshadow them all, inviting animosity into once-harmonious spaces. As I navigated relationships, both personal and professional, I noticed a pattern. While expressing anger provided temporary relief, it often left a trail of broken connections and strained bonds. The realization dawned upon me that my approach to anger was not only affecting me but also the people I cared about. This insight stems from ob