And unfortunately, these annoying thoughts that stem from criticism from your boss, a fight you had with your spouse, or that jerk who cut you off on your commute home can grow bigger, louder, and more commanding the longer we sit in silence. Rest assured that becoming angry while meditating is quite a common experience. The only way to create space in the closet is to first become conscious of what you don’t need and what isn’t working for you. Then you simply pick it up and let it go. That’s exactly what we do in meditation. We’re becoming conscious of what we’re holding on to so we can make room for the peace, the calm, and the happiness we seek. The trick is: Don’t fight the negative emotion that is coming up in meditation. It’s a sign that you are noticing what you’ve outgrown and don’t need to hold on to. Appreciate that the anger is coming up so that you can empty and release it and create space in your mental hard drive.
