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Anger Management - Ways to Avoid an Outburst

By V.C. Higuera, published Jan 20, 2006
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As human, we are designed to express a range of emotions. This includes emotions associated with a joyous occasion, as well as feelings or emotions that stem from less jovial moments. Anger is a complex emotion. In some instances, showing anger can be a good thing. For example, if people are treating you badly or taking advantage of you, showing anger and expressing your feelings may help alleviate the problem. The problem with anger occurs when it is expressed wrongly. There are two types of anger: controlled anger and uncontrolled anger. With controlled anger, you have complete control over your actions. A person expressing controlled anger may choose their words carefully and avoid hurting another person. On the other hand, when uncontrolled anger is expressed, a person loses complete control over their emotions. This results in hurtful speech and possible bodily harm.

While uncontrolled anger is extremely unpleasant, and often humiliating, each person will likely experience this at least once in their life. Having an episode of uncontrolled anger does not necessarily mean you are a horrible person, or that you require professional help to alleviate anger issues. However, if you have endured several repeated bouts of uncontrolled anger, you may consider implementing techniques into your daily routine that will help you combat this problem. There are several ways to gain control of your emotions. If you were to purchase a book on anger management, you will find numerous tips and proven methods for ending the vicious cycle. Of course, along with researching information, you must be willing to give full effort. Anger issues will not resolve themselves. Instead, you must be prepared to find the root of anger. Why are you more susceptible to losing your cool?

Takeaways
  • There are two types of anger: controlled and uncontrolled.
  • Becoming physically active may help you calm down faster.
  • Most anger outbursts occur in individuals who keep their feelings bottled up.
Did You Know?
Anger outburst usually leave people feeling humiliated and embarrassed.
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Eh, I don't really feel angry anymore. My anger is much more controlled, and I rarely experience it anymore. I've come a long way with my anger issues. I feel more tired, disoriented, and annoyed than anything else. Ya kno... Like when one of those bobbing head dolls just keeps going back and forth, and yet won't stop. Another example is when I'm watching a really dull tv show and get a slight headache. It's annoying, but doesn't really move me either way.

Posted on 05/12/2008 at 1:05:22 AM

 
None of this helps. Doing time out means I have to go to another room, which is a couple of meters from my living room, and it's too much when I'm having an outburst. The best way for me to handle an outburst is to have one, let it all out, and then go to calm myself down.

Posted on 05/09/2008 at 10:05:58 AM

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