Some find rage clarifying. It was, for me, in 2016 and 2018 and 2020. But I held onto it for too long and it consumed everything. Eventually it burned through my health. I’m still dealing with the repercussions.

Rage is now more like a lantern and a compass. Stillness is where I look for clarity. The anger and heartbreak are hot, but I can hold them without burning up. There’s enough energy for action AND joy.