Growing up, I've learned that it is okay to be upset, but I shouldn't let my feelings affect my actions and speech and bring everyone down. I learned that my mood affects others, especially my loved ones. That my words and actions can be hurtful, when I'm holding on to pain and anger. Because love and kindness need to be received. You can't love and be kind to an angry snake who is up in your face. You need to run away.

If I keep rolling in a ball of negative emotions, how can I ever be okay again?