How to Deal With the Anger

03/04/21 • 70 min

RA Guy and Friends: A Curiously Hopeful Podcast

The feelings that we often experience as a result of living with rheumatoid arthritis are completely natural, but that doesn’t mean that we have to let them control us. Facing these emotions head on and focusing energy on learning which coping strategies work best for you can result in improved health and happiness.
In this episode, RA Guy and Kat talk about their own personal experiences in dealing with anger, both past and present. They share some tips on how to manage anger. They also talk about the importance of being able to recognize and express our anger.
They ask and answer questions such as: What have you learned about your anger? What are some other ways of handling your anger? How can you use your anger to help yourself? And they remind all of us that no matter where you are on your journey with rheumatoid arthritis, you have many options to help manage your mental wellbeing.
The emotional pain of living with rheumatoid arthritis is not talked about enough. Together we can make a difference.
To learn more, visit www.raguyfoundation.org

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A Mother's Perspective

Every so often, you come across a podcast episode that you don't just listen to, but that you really experience...and that you really feel. This is one of those episodes. Join us, as we talk with Kat's mom about what it's like to find out that your young child has an illness like rheumatoid arthritis. We discuss feelings of worry and guilt. Mother and daughter share stories of the impact of this disease on the family dynamic, and on their own personal development and identity. And we talk openly, and honestly, about working through misunderstandings and disagreements, because what matters most in the end is being there for one another; for care, compassion, and most importantly a listening ear.
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The emotional toll of living with rheumatoid arthritis is not talked about enough. The RA Guy Foundation is changing this. Be part of the change. We can’t do it without you.
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How to Cope With the Anxiety

Anxiety is what happens when you’re worried or nervous about how things will work out. It’s a very uncomfortable feeling. And if affects your whole being. Adopting strategies that counteract stress, panic, and negative self-talk may help you better manage the anxiety associated with living with rheumatoid arthritis.
RA Guy and Kat talk about their own personal experiences of dealing with (and not dealing with) the challenges bought on by anxiety. They share tips on how to cope with this constant anxiety. They discuss the importance of focusing on things that you can control. And they share coping statements that help pull them through difficult times.
How have you successfully dealt with situations like this in the past? What’s one small step you can take right now to feel better? What’s the best, worst, and most realistic scenario that is likely to play out? Dealing with anxiety can be challenging but there are many effective ways to cope with it.
The emotional pain of living with rheumatoid arthritis is not talked about enough. Together we can make a difference.
To learn more, visit www.raguyfoundation.org