Got rage? Your immune system wishes you didn’t. Here’s how unresolved anger makes you sick—literally.
Chronic anger weakens the immune system, making you more susceptible to illness. A study from Carnegie Mellon University found that high levels of anger and hostility were associated with decreased immune response and slower wound healing (Kiecolt-Glaser et al., 2002). The stress response from anger suppresses the production of protective antibodies and immune cells.
Gratitude journaling may seem like a soft response to rage, but it’s a scientifically validated way to reduce anger and boost immunity. Writing down 3 things you’re grateful for daily can reduce inflammatory markers and shift your focus from threat to appreciation.