Read Me When You Need Me

Read Me When You Want To Scream

In those moments when frustration boils over, when words knot in your throat and the urge to scream rises like a tide, I hope you can find a moment of pause in these words. The feeling of wanting to release a scream into the void, to let out all the pent-up energy, is profoundly human. It speaks to the depth of your emotions, to the intensity with which you experience life. But before you give voice to that scream, let's navigate this surge together.

Find a Safe Outlet: First, find a safe space where you can express this raw energy without restraint. Whether it's into a pillow, during a drive with the windows rolled up, or out in the vast, open air, allow yourself this release. Screaming can be cathartic, a physical manifestation of all that you've been carrying.

Breathe Deeply: Before and after, take deep, grounding breaths. Focus on the air filling your lungs, hold it for a moment, acknowledging your right to feel, and then release it slowly, imagining the tension leaving your body with each exhale.

Acknowledge the Source: Once the immediate rush has passed, take a moment to acknowledge what drove you to this point. Anger, frustration, and the need to scream often stem from deeper issues—feelings of being unheard, overwhelmed, or powerless. Identifying the root cause is a step towards addressing it more constructively.

Seek Alternative Expressions: Consider other ways to channel this energy. Physical activity, like running or hitting a punching bag, can be an excellent way to release tension. Creative expression through art, writing, or music can also transform raw emotion into something tangible and potentially beautiful.

Connect with Someone: Reach out to a trusted friend or confidant. Sometimes, sharing the cause of our frustration can help diminish its power. A listening ear can offer not only comfort but sometimes perspective or solutions we hadn't considered.

Allow Yourself to Feel: Remember, it's okay to feel intense emotions. Denying your feelings or berating yourself for them only adds layers of frustration. Acknowledging your emotions as valid is crucial in learning to navigate them more healthily.

Seek Peace After the Storm: After the release, seek peace. This could be through meditation, a walk in nature, or simply sitting in a quiet room, allowing yourself to return to a state of calm. This peace is not just the absence of noise but a deep, internal quiet that nurtures and restores.

Reflect on Constructive Steps Forward: Finally, once the storm has passed, and you're feeling more centered, consider constructive steps forward. If specific triggers consistently lead you to this point of frustration, identifying them can help you address the underlying issues, perhaps altering patterns, setting boundaries, or seeking external support where needed.

Wanting to scream is a sign that something within needs attention, care, and perhaps change. It's a signal, loud and clear, that you're reaching your limits and that it's time to take care of yourself, to listen to what your heart and mind are telling you, and to seek the balance and peace you deserve.

With understanding and solidarity,

Jordan Spring