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The Feeling Behind the Feeling

Anger is often hurt or fear wearing armor

Ever wanted to send an angry text, then realized the part that bothered you most wasn’t in the draft?

You'll find out

  • Read the message under your draft
  • See when anger stands on its own
  • Ask for the thing you actually want

Why it matters

Find the real stake behind a heated reply so you can say what you mean and get a useful answer.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 72 · Zone 8

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