Anger Quote by John E. Sarno
““The decision maker in the brain has decided that the overt expression of unbridled rage would ruin the person’s life, and to prevent that from happening, it automatically initiates physical symptoms in the body without consulting the conscious, rational mind.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Healing Back Pain, 1991
The brain suppresses intense anger by manifesting physical symptoms, bypassing conscious control.
In simple terms: Rage can cause bodily pain without us realizing.
Recognize emotional triggers behind physical complaints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress management
- therapy
- pain assessment
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions might be hidden behind your discomfort?
- Can you safely express anger?
Physical symptoms may have multiple causes, not just emotion.