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Anger Management Techniques
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If you’re watching this video there’s a good chance that you might have some difficulty controlling your anger. Maybe you only get upset once in awhile, or perhaps your anger outbursts are happening more frequently. In either case, you’re in the right place!
WatchWellCast shares some great anger management techniques that will hopefully benefit you towards a calmer, less stressful, life.
Believe it or not, anger reactions are harmful to your physical health. According to WatchWellCast, a Yale University study found that people with anger management issues tend to get sick more often due to weaker immune systems.
The Journal of the National Medical Association added that “people who respond negatively to anger are 9% more likely to have a heart attack”. Coronary disease and high blood pressure are a few other health problems that can come about as a result of anger issues.
To lessen your chance of experiencing any one of these health risks, WatchWellCast suggests 4 simple steps to help you effectively manage your anger and diffuse high stress situations.
Step 1: Control Your Breathing: The next time something really grinds your gears, and you’re on the cusp of an anger outburst, try to make a conscious effort and take deep breaths instead of lashing out. While breathing deeply try to imagine breathing in calm blue air and exhaling angry red air.
Step 2: Relax Your Muscles: Pay attention to how the anger is making your body feel. You may notice your body feeling tense, your heart racing fast, and you might even feel hot if you’re angry enough. Start off by unclenching your fists and relaxing your shoulders if still feeling tense.
Step 3: Get It Out: Once you’ve calmed down, try writing down exactly what made you feel angry. Expressing these thoughts in a healthy way should help you feel better.
Step 4: See Context: This step is much easier said than done, but it’s important that you try to think rationally instead of emotionally. Remember, you, by definition, are not angry. Remind yourself that you are just experiencing feelings of anger in your body.
Give these techniques a try the next time you’re on the verge of an anger episode. With practice, you will lessen your chance of health problems and be better off for it!