The ROOTS Method™
Your plan follows our 5-step framework
R
Reset
Calm the body first
O
Observe
Notice the trigger
O
Origin
Find the root
T
Transform
Reframe + plan
S
Soothe
Heal self & relationships
Each section below is tagged with the ROOTS step it belongs to, so you always know where you are in the journey.
The Inner Critic
You turn anger inward rather than expressing it to others. You're often hard on yourself and may experience guilt, shame, or self-blame.
Your Strengths
- High self-awareness
- Don't hurt others with anger
- Thoughtful and reflective
- Strong sense of responsibility
Your Challenges
- Risk of depression
- Low self-esteem
- May neglect your own needs
- Physical symptoms from suppression
Coping Strategies
- Practice self-compassion exercises
- Challenge negative self-talk
- Allow yourself to feel anger at others
- Therapy focused on self-worth
Common Triggers
- Making mistakes
- Not meeting your own standards
- Disappointing others
- Feeling like a burden
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The Explosive
You experience anger intensely and express it immediately. Your emotions can quickly escalate from calm to furious, often catching others off guard.
The Silent Storm
You rarely show anger directly but express it through subtle behaviors like sarcasm, withdrawal, or procrastination. Your anger simmers below the surface.
The Slow Burn
You carry a baseline level of irritability and frustration. Small annoyances accumulate, and you often feel frustrated even without a clear trigger.
The Justice Seeker
Your anger is triggered by perceived unfairness, injustice, or moral violations. You feel strongly about right and wrong and react when principles are violated.
The Peacekeeper
You avoid conflict at all costs and rarely acknowledge feeling angry. You prioritize harmony and may deny or minimize your own anger.