The behavior has been a common trend in my life as of late. I’m a 32 year old male who should know better by now but I continue to demonstrate this behavior flaw. When I’m in a crappy mood I’ll pick a fight with someone usually a close friend or family member for no reason (mostly over text sometimes verbally in person never physical) and regret it almost immediately. It’s terrible and I won’t to stop this behavior. For context, I grew up with a verbally abusive dad who has terrible temper so I have been on the receiving end of this similar horrible behavior.

Is there something wrong with me? Can someone offer advice on how to control these ouburst? I’m looking into therapy as we speak but wanted to see if this community has any tools that I can employ so I can prevent these antics from happening.