By Danice Akiyoshi, N.D.

Dr. Danice Akiyoshi

Dear Dr. Akiyoshi:

I am a Vietnam Veteran.  I have been having severe anger episodes for the past two years.  Without going into details, I’ll admit that I have been dangerous on three occasions in the last year.  My wife said she would leave me if I didn’t call the V.A. Hospital and get some help.  The guy I spoke to upset me so badly that I cussed him out and hung up on him.  He called me right back and tried to calm me down, but he really just wants to increase the dosage of my anti-depressants and give me even more pills.  When I am angry like this, I’m beside myself.  More pills are not the answer for me.  What’s happening in our world causes me to feel that my sacrifices were all for nothing.  Just going to the Veteran’s Hospital infuriates me.  My brother in law has the same feelings.  Do you deal with problems like mine?  I need to get my head on straight. I want to smile again.

-James P.

Dear James:

I’m sorry you are struggling so badly.  Many veterans have shared similar feelings with me.   Anger, hopelessness and helplessness are strong emotions that can easily upset the balance of your life if they last too long.  In your situation, I would use an Emotional Release technique that is designed to neutralize trapped and unprocessed emotions in the subconscious mind.  I’ve witnessed amazing results with people in your situation.  If you are open minded and interested in trying a new approach, I believe you can experience great relief with Emotional Release work.  Please address your situation.  If the Veteran’s Hospital is an upsetting place for you, be honest with them about that, because it is very important to have a qualified doctor monitoring your medication.  You must always keep this in mind whether or not you’re trying new therapies.  Let me know if I can offer further guidance.

-Warmest Regards, Danice Akiyoshi,N.D.

Danice Akiyoshi is a Naturopathic Doctor and the head of Candid Coaching Service. She offers personal coaching services relating to all types of issues and concerns. This is a letter she received from an anonymous reader. To send a question to Danice, email her at straighttalk@candidcoachingservices.com. You can also visit her website at http://www.candidcoachingservices.com.