While people deal with anger in different ways, it tends to channel feelings of stress, frustration and irritation, manifesting itself in three common ways: Outward anger is when you express your aggression to others nearby. This is often demonstrated by physical violence, shouting and swearing, or a mix of all three. Inward anger involves directing animosity toward yourself when you are frustrated. During these incidents, you might berate yourself, withdraw from others, or even self-harm. Passive anger is a type of aggression where you indirectly express your annoyance in a less obvious way. You might intentionally ignore others, make sarcastic comments or refuse to complete tasks.