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Here are some tips to get your
anger under control:
1. Take a "time out." Count to 10 before reacting or leave the
situation altogether.
2. Do something physically exerting. Physical activity can provide
an outlet for your emotions, especially if you're about to erupt.
Go for a walk or a run, swim, lift weights or shoot baskets, for
example.
3.Find ways to calm and soothe yourself. Practice deep-breathing
exercises, visualize a relaxing scene, or repeat a calming word
or phrase to yourself, such as "take it easy." You can also listen
to music, paint, journal or do yoga.
4. Express your anger as soon as possible so that you aren't
left stewing. If you can't express your anger in a controlled
manner to the person who angered you, try talking to a family
member, friend, counselor or another trusted person.
5. Think carefully before you say anything so that you don't
end up saying something you'll regret.
6. Work with the person who angered you to identify solutions
to the situation.
7. Use "I" statements when describing the problem to avoid criticizing
or placing blame. For instance, say "I'm upset you didn't help
with the housework this evening," instead of, "You should have
helped with the housework." To do otherwise will likely upset
the other person and escalate tensions.
8. Don't hold a grudge. Forgive the other person. It's unrealistic
to expect everyone to behave exactly as you want.
9. Use humor to defuse your anger, such as imagining yourself
or the other person in silly situations. Don't use sarcasm, though
- it's just another form of unhealthy expression.
10. Keep an anger log to identify the kinds of situations that
set you off and to monitor your reactions.
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