Anger

Ways to Decrease Anger

Relaxation

• Simple relaxation tools, such as deep breathing and relaxing imagery, may help calm angry feelings. Some simple steps you may try:
• Breathe deeply from your diaphragm; breathing from your chest will not relax you. Picture your breath coming up from your abdomen.
• Slowly repeat a calm word or phrase such as "relax" or "take it easy." Repeat it to yourself while breathing deeply.
• Use imagery; visualize a relaxing experience, from either your memory or your imagination.
• Non strenuous, slow yoga-like exercises may relax your muscles and make you feel calmer.
• Practice these techniques daily. Learn to use them automatically when you are in a tense situation.
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