Take deep breaths while lying
down or sitting. Breathe in filling your lungs for 5 seconds.
Hold your
breath for 5 seconds and then exhale for 5 seconds.
Visual Imagery- Imagine a peaceful and relaxing scene. Maybe imagine a place you went to on vacation such as the beach. Imagine the sounds, smells, and sights.
Walk away from the situation contributing to your anger.
Count to ten. Slowly count and think about how you want to respond to the situation.
Find humor in the situation. Try to make light of the upsetting event.
Listen to soothing and calming music.
Meditate. Concentrate on breathing and clearing your mind of the negative event.
Journal your thoughts and feelings to diffuse your anger.
Express your anger in a healthy fashion by using "I" statements. Assertively communicate your thoughts, feelings and needs.
Get some
exercise. Channel your negative feelings into a healthy physical activity such
as yoga, bike riding or walking.
Replace
the negative thoughts with inspiring words or thoughts.
