Yesterday's blog was angry. I am angry. Which of course made me start thinking how we as compassionate, forgiving people, often struggle with anger more than others. As spiritual seekers, as empaths, anger can feel like a betrayal of our core values. We’re taught to rise above, to understand, to forgive. When that fire flares within us, it can feel like a personal failing, a step backward on our path.

But what if anger, in its own way, holds a sacred purpose?

​Think of anger not as a destructive force, but as a potent messenger. For the spiritual person, attuned to the subtle energies around us, anger can be the alarm bell signaling a deep dissonance. It can arise when our boundaries are violated, when injustice rears its ugly head, or when we witness suffering that cuts to our very core. This isn't the petty irritation or the uncontrolled outburst. This is the righteous fire that ignites within when something sacred is being defiled. It’s the visceral reaction to seeing harm inflicted, whether on ourselves, others, or the delicate web of life itself.

Why is this important for the spiritual path? Because our compassion isn't meant to be passive. True spirituality isn't about becoming a doormat, absorbing negativity without reaction. It's about recognizing the inherent worth of all beings and fiercely protecting that worth.

Anger, channeled consciously, can be the fuel for that protection. It provides the energy to speak truth to power, to stand up for the marginalized, to fight for a more just and equitable world. It can be the catalyst that moves us from passive empathy to active advocacy.

Consider the prophets and spiritual leaders throughout history. Their compassion was often intertwined with a powerful sense of outrage against injustice. Their anger wasn't a sign of spiritual deficiency but a testament to the depth of their care.

So, the next time anger arises within you, don't immediately condemn it.

Instead, turn inward and ask: What sacred boundary has been crossed? What injustice is crying out to be addressed? What deep value is being threatened? Acknowledge the feeling. Allow it to inform you. Then, with mindful intention, channel that energy into constructive action.

Your anger, when understood and directed, can become a powerful tool for healing, for change, and for embodying the fierce compassion that lies at the heart of true spirituality. It is not the opposite of love; sometimes, it is love's most courageous voice.

Until next time, fly safely.

The Alchemist