Instructions

• Get behind the cause: It’s important to get behind the root cause responsible for the bitterness building inside you. See if the cause is justified and can be corrected by taking any extra efforts. Try and workout for a solution along with the person who was responsible for your outburst.
• Practice Yoga and meditation: Probably one of the best ways to keep stress and frustration, the root causes of anger, at bay. Yoga and meditation are excellent stress management techniques to keep you calm and composed. Deep breathing exercises or chanting a prayer will help you ease your emotional conflict. Similarly, taking up a physical activity like running, jogging or a brisk walk are immensely helpful to combat anger.
• Vent out: Bottling things inside could be harmful for your mental and physical well being. It’s important to express your pent up feelings and frustration without harming anyone. Vent out to a friend or in front of a mirror when you are alone in a room.
• Take up a creative hobby: A creative hobby like fine arts, writing or pottery is the best way to channelize your anger and suppressed feelings. Watching a light comedy movie or a play will help you feel better and distract your mind from the anger raising thoughts that occupy your mind. Humor is the best way to defuse the rage and “laugh off” the underlying problems.
• Learn to forgive and forget: Do not hold a grudge forever. Accepting a situation and forgiving the responsible person will help you feel better. Revenge has a vicious cycle. Move on, instead of burning yourself with hatred and revengefulness.