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There used be a time when anger and irritation were considered to be signs of abnormal behaviour by psychologists but no more. Now it is looked at as a normal process that has allowed human beings to evolve and adapt to their surroundings. However, while it is not a bad thing in itself, it is harmful to you if you feel angry frequently, especially at small matters. Anger and irritation are fundamental feelings that surface when a person feels they’re being treated unfairly or are unsatisfied with someone else’s actions. But if this happens too often, then disruptions in your life and relationships will also become a common occurrence. The inability to control one’s anger is cited as one of the biggest factors in failing relationships, romantic or otherwise. But don’t fret, it is not impossible to learn to keep your temper in check. Just keep the following pointers in mind:
- Remember that you’re just a human being. Most people won’t recall your outburst but if you feel you can’t control it on your own then you should seek advice of others.
- Do not be ashamed or embarrassed of your behaviour or try to squash it away. Try and understand why you get angry and what sets you off to be able to control it better.
- Don’t isolate yourself from your close ones. Talk to your friends and family about what’s bothering you. You’ll be surprised by how much talking to someone can help.
- Use humour as a weapon. Try and see a problem in a positive light and make light of a bad situation. Getting angry in a bad situation will only make it worse.
- Try relaxation techniques like meditation daily. Yoga works wonders for your mental stability if done daily. However, regularity is the biggest component of success in these activities.
- Try a competitive sport like tennis, squash, etc.
- Run daily for a fixed duration. Working out will give you an adrenaline rush and also calm you in the process.
- Take some deep breaths. Deep and slow breathing helps counteract rising tension. The key is to breathe deeply from the abdomen, getting as much fresh air as possible into your lungs.
- Be willing to forgive others. Our anger is often drive by the need to punish others. Learn to purge yourself of this and accept that a mistake has been made.
