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 Slow Burn
You carry a baseline level of irritability and frustration. Small annoyances accumulate, and you often feel frustrated even without a clear trigger.
Your Strengths
- Aware of ongoing stressors
- Can predict patterns
- Consistent emotional state
- Less likely to have sudden outbursts
Your Challenges
- Constant state of tension
- Affects physical health
- May push people away
- Difficult to relax and enjoy life
Coping Strategies
- Daily stress management routines
- Regular physical exercise
- Mindfulness and meditation practice
- Address underlying life stressors
Common Triggers
- Accumulated daily frustrations
- Unresolved past hurts
- Chronic stress or burnout
- Feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities
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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 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.
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.