When the raw shock and the oppressive weight of reality converge, a volcano of resistance erupts from deep within. In Stage 3, anger—burning and fierce—becomes a natural response to losing the once-familiar self and the traumatic changes forced upon our bodies. This article explores that intense, sometimes volatile, emotional state and offers pathways to channel frustration constructively.

The Inner Battle of Resistance

A Volcano Unleashed

In the early days following GBS, the steady pain and frequent setbacks catalyzed a surge of anger and indignation.

Internal Turmoil: I felt betrayed by my own body—a body that had once been my greatest asset. Every failed attempt to perform a simple task ignited a spark of defiance, as if by resisting, I could somehow reclaim a piece of the past.

The Struggle for Identity: The gulf between who I was and who I was forced to become felt like a violation. My anger was not just about the physical limitations but a deep-seated need to protest an unfair fate.

Embracing Resistance Constructively

Anger and resistance are not merely destructive forces. When understood correctly, they can serve as powerful catalysts for deeper self-awareness and eventual transformation.