Different people have different personalities, so no one would react exactly the same way when placed in similar, common situations. Some may react indifferently to, say, being cut off on the road, others will swear vehemently. A third group may let it go, but will stew about it for a few kilometres – or cut the driver off at the next opportunity.
In a world where possibly stress-inducing situations are just around the corner, though, anger management Philippines is important to avoid being more stressed than you already are. So, how do you keep your temper in check and stay in control?
In a world where possibly stress-inducing situations are just around the corner, though, anger management Philippines is important to avoid being more stressed than you already are. So, how do you keep your temper in check and stay in control?
1. Breathe. Deep breathing can help calm your nerves even in a situation where you're likely to blow your top. After a minute or so, you should be calm enough to talk without raising your voice. You'll also be able to think more clearly, and will thus be able to express yourself assertively, without sounding confrontational.
2. Call a time-out. Nope, it isn't just for kids. If you know there are certain times of day that can become stressful or irritating for you, give yourself a few minutes before facing them. The same goes for times you feel you're about to get into a shouting match with someone. Take a step back or go into a quiet room and gather your thoughts.
3. Seek solutions. Dwelling on what made you angry won't do a thing to calm you down; instead, you'll get more steamed up. Avoid this by finding ways to solve the problem, like closing the door to your kid's room if the mess makes you fume.
4. Break a sweat. Physical exertion will help you burn off some of that stress, so you're less likely to become angry. It's also a good way to let off the steam without biting someone's head off.
5. Let it go. Not the song that played incessantly for several months after Disney's “Frozen” came out. Holding a grudge is like dwelling on the problem – it's bad for you. Once you say you forgive someone for slighting you, mean it. Don't bring it up again. Don't think about it now and then, either.
These are the little things you can do to manage your temper – and your stress – without having to enroll in a stress management program, unless you want to learn more tips, besides these ones.