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Caught in a cycle of frustration, anger, and outbursts? You're not alone. The "social rollercoaster" that many of us ride—from road rage to social media arguments—follows a surprisingly predictable pattern.
My own wake-up call came when my young granddaughter mimicked my road rage behavior, shouting and shaking her fist at another driver. That embarrassing moment revealed how quickly our negative responses influence others and sparked my journey to understand what I call "social rage."
This pattern often begins with normal, responsible behavior, followed by a series of seemingly minor annoyances—a spilled drink, internet issues, traffic frustrations—that compound until triggering an explosion of anger. Most troubling is how this cycle repeats month after month, trapping us in what I describe as an "infinity rut" or self-dug grave of negative emotions.
Breaking free requires a fundamental shift in perspective and response. When someone cuts me off in traffic now, instead of yelling, I pray for them—for their safety, improved driving, and spiritual well-being. This simple practice transforms not just my response but my entire attitude. While circumstances may not change, our response absolutely can.
Scripture teaches that "man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God." When we align our speech and actions with biblical principles, we begin climbing out of that self-dug grave of negative patterns. True change comes from within, through accepting Christ and allowing His word to transform our thoughts, words, and actions.
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"The Flowers You Are Picking Today Come From the Seeds You Planted Yesterday. Don't Like Your Boquet Of Flowers? Then Change the Seeds You Are Planting Today." Chaplain Terry
