Diffusing The Tick Tick Boom

We have the power over our thinking and to adjust our thoughts. We must be as attentive as possible to the first motions of our minds; so that when we find them tending towards something that is prohibited, we may stop them at once. Fury is a normal and even healthy emotion, but it's significant to deal with it positively.

Anger and stress have long been significant causes of some of the deadliest illnesses and conditions like strokes and heart attacks, making stress management an essential practice for every person. Uncontrolled and prolonged anger can take a toll on both your health and your relationships.

There are some exercises which would prove helpful. Converse with tactful and moral persons; reading good books, and especially the bible or spiritual readings; taking times for meditation, and passionate and constant prayers and affirmations.

The listing below can prove to be beneficial when one feels like a ticking time bomb.

• Think before you speak
• Once you're calm, express your anger
• Get some exercise
• Take a timeout
• Identify possible solutions
• Stick with 'I' statements to avoid criticizing or placing blame — which might only increase tension
• Don't hold a grudge allow anger and other negative feelings to crowd out positive feelings, you might find yourself swallowed up by your bitterness or sense of injustice
• Use humor to release tension Lightening up can help diffuse tension
• Practice relaxation skills Practice deep-breathing exercises, imagine a relaxing scene or repeat a calming word or phrase
• Know when to seek help. Seek help for anger issues if your anger seems out of control, causes you to do things you regret or hurts those around you.

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Dr. Stredic, EdD 🦋

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