Anger can be uncomfortable. Our culture’s view of anger may contribute to our difficulties with this complicated emotion. We often regard anger as the ugly stepchild of emotions, making it less acceptable to express than sadness or anxiety. The result: we don’t always learn how to handle our anger constructively. Yet, when managed with care and attention, anger can be a force for reflection and even the impetus for major breakthroughs in how we feel and live our lives.
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Anger is not necessarily a bad thing; it’s a normal, instinctual reaction to a threatening situation
How we choose to respond to the feelings of anger is entirely within our control
Venting is the worst way to manage anger; a better strategy is allowing yourself to calm down, such as by counting to 10 or taking deep breaths
People who get angry every day have a greater chance of dying by age 50
People who frequently suppress or vent their anger may experience hypertension, high blood pressure, or depression
An unstructured or unstable upbringing can increase the amount of anger a person brings to life’s challenges
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