How To Control Your Anger

12 best practices to keep your anger under control

Controlling your anger can be difficult, but it is an important skill to have. Here are some tips that can help:

1. More important than everything on this list is to STOP TALKING! Don’t say a word until you’re able to collect yourself, especially if you have a habit of exploding.
2. Take a few deep breaths to calm down and focus on your breathing.
3. Identify what is making you angry and try to understand why you are feeling this way.
4. Think before you speak! If you can’t think of anything that isn’t “snippy,” state that you will respond once you’ve had time to think about it.

Additional tips

• Talk to someone about why you are feeling angry and how you are dealing with it.
• Practice mindfulness and meditation to help keep your emotions in check.
• Take a break from the situation and go for a walk or do something else to take your mind off the problem.
• Exercise or engage in physical activities to help release your anger and stress.
• Write your thoughts and feelings down in a journal to help you process your emotions.
• Listen to calming music or practice progressive muscle relaxation.
• Remind yourself that it’s okay to be angry, but it’s important to control how you express it.
• If alcohol or other substances inhibit you from maintaining anger, take a break or discontinue use.

Remember, you can control your anger by taking time to reflect on your emotions and understanding your triggers. It’s important to practice self-care and to reach out for help if you need it.

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