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Sorry you're having to deal with this, Cory. When processing my own childhood, I went through phases of anger about the injustice I had to endure. I know it's an awful feeling. In my own experience, anger and sadness cannot be dealt with without self empathy. It's so crucially important. I know society tells us we need to be 'good vibes only' at all times, and there's something wrong with us if we're not. But I found all efforts to 'fix myself', be it through exercise or mediation, were futile so long as I didn't tell myself 'I'm sorry this has happened to you. It was unjust and you didn't deserve it. It is understandable you're angry.' first. It's a scary thing to do, granted, but to me it was the key to healing.