Quote by Alanis Morissette

When I was younger, I was terrified to express anger because it would often kick-start a horrible reaction in the men in my life. So I bit my tongue. I was left to painstakingly deal with the aftermath of my avoidance later in life, in therapy or through the lyrics of my songs.

When I was younger, I was terrified to express anger because

Summary

This quote highlights the fear and suppression the speaker experienced in expressing her anger due to negative reactions from the men in her life. The emotional weight of holding back her anger resulted in dealing with its repercussions later in therapy or through creative outlets like songwriting. It sheds light on the significance of navigating and processing the aftermath of avoiding one's true emotions, emphasizing the importance of finding healthy ways to express and address pent-up anger.

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By Alanis Morissette

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