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press pause
when you’re angry , it’s almost impossible to deal with the situation in a helpful way . if you feel yourself losing your cool , just walk away from the situation for a while . you’ll deal with it better when everyone , including yourself , is feeling calmer
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talk to someone
talking to someone you trust about how you’re feeling can take weight off your shoulders as well as your mind . that could be a trusted adult , friend or family member
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write it down
sometimes , writing things down can help you work out why you’re feeling angry and how you might be able to deal with it
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count to 100
this one seems basic , but works really well for anger management . thinking about something other than what’s upsetting you for 100 seconds gives you a chance to gather yourself and your thoughts before you do anything else
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move your body
exercise is an awesome way to let off steam . you could take a walk around the block , go for a run , or do something really high-energy like boxing
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recognise the warning signs
pounding heart
gritting your teeth
sweating
raising your voice
being snappy / defensive
being overly critical of peers
tight chest
shaking
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take time to relax
if you know what helps you to relax , you’ll find it useful whenever you’re feeling angry . take some time out to do something you enjoy , for instance :
going for a walk in the park
reading a book
trying some meditation
listening to music
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work out why you’re angry
it’s a normal or understandable response in most situations , such as when you or someone else is being treated unfairly . if you’re not sure why you’ve just snapped at someone , think back through your day and try to pinpoint what set you off
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Validate your emotions
- Label the emotion. When you notice yourself feeling badly emotionally, simply describe what the emotion is that you’re feeling (sad, anxious, frustrated, etc.).
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