How to Express Anger in a Healthy Way?

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How to Express Anger in a Healthy Way?

Anger is an emotion which is expressed in various forms by people. People get pangs of wrath which makes them go ballistic and berserk. When situations go out of control, people can’t put a check on their feelings and the feelings take the shape of anger. All the emotions burst out in loud and unhealthy manner which upsets and irks people. Anger is a common state through which everybody goes.

There are different degrees of anger ranging from light to loud and harsh. Some people express their anger with such vivacity that they cross boundaries of human behavior. People go on the verge of being rude and obnoxious which is very inappropriate. One should learn to curb his or her anger so that he or she does not become the object of contempt among others. Anger can be expressed in a healthy manner by remaining positive, and without casting aspersions on anybody. It is but natural to be angry, it is a trait common to every individual. There is nothing to be embarrassed about one’s anger.


Why Do You Become Angry?


People go the whole hog in venting out their feelings loudly by yelling at people and engaging in silly and meaningless arguments which ruins relationships. One must make sure that they handle their relationships cautiously and channelize their anger so that it remains within boundaries and do not offend anyone. When people are insulted, they take the affront to heart, even the funny ones – the ones done in good humor. They just cannot control their sentiments and start shouting and hurling abuses, at times. This is impropriety and does not go well with anyone around them.

Every person has some aims, goals and objectives and everyone tries their best to fulfill them for a good life and for attaining happiness. Some people fail to make it and express anger like mad in an excitement abandon. The excitement, however, is the one which lets them articulate their anger. Some people just overegg the pudding which I not taken nicely by people.

When people see things going against their nature, they tend to be displeased and become angry. This very reason is enough to turn them into volcanoes that erupt abruptly. Dominant people want things to go in line with their thoughts and preferences. It must be kept in mind that there is no accounting for taste and everyone is different from one another and one cannot as per your wishes and needs. The priorities for each one of us are different.

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Embarrassment also leads to bad mood. Some situations make people tingle with mortification which ignites their anger and hence the intensity of emotions mount up and they let out their fear and emotions all at once like a bomb. They refuse to accept embarrassing circumstances and just discharge their storm of troubled emotions.

Anger is discharged out like a missile sometimes by some people at some occasions which serves as an evidence for their annoyance and exasperation. Some of us bottle up things for long at a stretch and do not share our intentions and feelings of others and this makes us emit our wrath on people quite abruptly. Such state of resentment occurs all of a sudden and it can crop up anytime no matter what the scenario and state of things are.

Expressing Anger In A Healthy Way


Looking at the turbulent times these days, we must learn to contain our wrath to avoid problems and bad consequences. People should express their exasperation in a healthy manner so that their wrath also gets expressed without hurting anyone directly or indirectly. WE must do away with any form of anger, be it implicit or explicit and see to it that it does not impact anyone in any manner whatsoever.  Given below are the points which can help you express your anger in a healthy way:

#1. Place Emotional Signs

Recognize your series of emotions and make sure detect the causes of your anger. What causes anger is irritation, guilt, regrets, depression and apprehensions. People should see to these signs and deal with them in a systematic and good way. Seek help from counselors and share you problems with him or her. If you are able to figure out the reasons which contribute or escalate your anger, you can deal with it effectively without hurting people.

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#2. Write Letters

You can exhibit your anger implicitly by jotting down things on a paper. One can write letters to people asking them to understand situations. In the 21st century one can mail, message or ping people and release their anger. People would not feel insulted this way and will probably respect you for sharing an intimate way to express anger.

#3. Emit To A Friend

Before hitting the person like a ton of bricks by being one on one, you can first discuss with your best or close friend  and release you anger in whatever the way you want. Friends are the ones with whom you can reach to a solution and believe you me, it is salubrious and heals you. You can channelize your emotions by wearing your heart on your sleeves before a friend.

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#4.Bury Yourself In Bed

Lie on a bed in a comfortable position where you feel relaxed and start dancing on your bed. Start shouting and yelling for no reason in order to discharge those suppressed forms of wrath. Count one to ten and relax and then repeat for better results.

#5. Change Your Location

Go to some other room or place where you can have your own space. You get a different view there without people around you, at least not the ones on whom you wish to shower your annoyance in a loud voice. You will be at peace this way and you can say things without people getting put out and disgruntled.

#6. Hit something

You should never hit someone in anger no matter what the degree of your anger is, leave alone use a weapon. Avoid throwing things around you else you might end up hitting someone physically which can prove very fatal. Hit a pillow or a bed with your fist to control your anger. Just stay away from hurting anyone, do not touch anyone even if the situation is downright grave.

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#7. Weep

Just cry in lieu of erupting into a volcanic anger. Break into tears and people will understand you and sympathize with you. You can earn love and sympathy from people this way at work, college or home. Crying is a sort of catharsis where you release all your emotions and you can then share your problems and doubts.

#8. Talk To People

When you nurse some grudges against someone, it is always safer and better to communicate with people in lieu of shouting or yelling on them. This behavior is not in line with the basic moral values and ethics. We must respect each other irrespective of the place and time. Interaction can solve problems and lets you know the true intentions of others as well. Misunderstandings are cleared to a great extent.

#9. Use Words

Do not let anger overpower you. Say things in an assertive and emphatic manner so that the person can comprehend your resentment towards him or her. Tell them directly what hurts and upsets you. Do not beat about the bush, be concise and straightforward. Choose wise words which indicate your anger directly and this is really important for our emotional and physical health.

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#10. Talk To Yourself In The Mirror

Express your wrath in front of mirror. You can yell, shriek and howl, whatever suits your fancy. It is far better to engage in a heated conversation with your own self than erupting on someone else. Ask yourself to be sensible and try to be patient in future so that you do not regret your abrupt decision of getting angry.

#11.Understand The Consequences

Before letting out anger on someone, be clear about the subsequent outcome it is bound to bring. You have to understand the importance of the future and the way it can impact you. Sometimes people shout on others without realizing the ramifications which can be utterly disastrous.

#12. Consult Professionals

Seek help from professionals and experts who can help you ditch these anger bouts which create a negative impact on your life. A therapist can introduce you to relaxation ways and method, with the help of which your anger can be atrophied, if not obfuscated completely. Anger cannot be entirely removed from one’s life, the levels can vary though and the intensity can be checked upon.

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#12. Join Anger Management Class

There are certain programs which dole out specific strategies which help you in restricting your anger. They are basically to build skills where you can learn to be patient, co-operative and happy. There are varieties of classes for adults, kids and teens for various types of anger.

Now that you know anger must be expressed in healthy manner, please share your opinions in the comments. 

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