Monday, September 28, 2009

Taming Your Temper

This article is extracted from Reader's Digest October 2009 issue. Very interesting and benefits our daily life on how to effectively manage our anger...anger is like fire ... explosive character which jeopardise our health, work and relationships. So, here are 10 tips how to get anger under control.

ExercisePhysical exertion can help for brief, short term anger, says Dr Sarah Edelman, psychologist and author of Change Your Thinking

Write a letter Express your anger in words and keep the letter to yourself.

Cool offAvoid confrontation with the person straightaway.

Don't throw a tantrumIt's a popular myth that venting anger is always the best strategy but in actual fact, it cause more harm than good. It also impair good relationship and distort kids perception.

CommunicateSlow down and think what you want to say. Explain that you feel angry about something rather than acting aggressively. Key action is to carefully listen to the other party before responding.

Use humourBelieve that this is most effective solution...twist the situation into laughing stock...

Seek alternativesAnother way to approach the problematic environment which leads to positive results.

Pros and consWeigh and balance the situation yourself...does anger benefits everybody...

Problem-solveClose file and move on with your life.

AcceptanceAccept any situation as it is.

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