It’s hard to watch the news these days without becoming angry. In our society, anger is seen as a negative, as something that needs to be overcome, or soothed away. Yes, anger can be a destructive force and can cause damage. But is there a healthy form of anger? Can anger be the fuel for personal and societal transformation?
"Anger and outrage seem to come with awareness of what's going on to our planet and to our society." — Michael Glavin
In today’s episode of Resilience in Dark Times, we will explore the work of African-American philosopher Myisha Cherry and her concept of “Lordean Rage” -- a productive, justice-oriented rage aimed at social change rather than destruction. We will also discuss Glenn Albrecht’s new term “terrafurie.” Terrafurie is a protective, political anger that transforms unresolved grief into a mobilizing call to action aimed at protecting the Earth and its creatures from destruction.
"Anger within the context of love. Anger as defense. Anger as protection. Anger in the service of the greater good..." —Michael Glavin
Anger, properly channeled, can be the exact force we need to bring about a just and ecological world. I would love for you to join the conversation.
Useful Links:
N.I.H.: “Anger may harm heart and blood vessel health”
YouTube: Monkey Research on Fairness We discuss this research in today’s episode.
Audre Lorde: “The Uses of Anger” - Keynote Address: The NWSA Convention
Myisha Cherry: “The Case for Rage: Why Anger Is Essential to Anti-Racist Struggle”
“Terrafurie” is define in: Marion Grau, “Beyond “Hope”: Constructive Anger as a Force in Sustained Climate Action”
Boston University: “Kali Battles the Demon Raktabija”
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