I have always been taught that showing emotions is bad and makes you weak. This has been one of the large reasons why I turned to self harm.
Now that I have stopped self harming I've found better alternatives. I'm glad the journalling worked out for you, its something I do. Also going for really really long walks helps, and of course if possible venting to people.
I know you said you like to break things, when I was really little I'd get angry and break things and my mom used to give me pillows and tell me to punch them instead. It's quite useful and doesn't allow me to hurt myself or any other items. Toss a pillow around, punch it, let your anger out.
I think no matter what method you chose to remember that its okay to feel angry or sad or upset. There is no wrong emotion! We just have to deal with them in a positive way. :)
I hope I helped.
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