ANGER MANAGEMENT
Approaches To Anger
Goal Of Anger Management
Characteristics Of People
Strategies Of Managing Anger
Understanding Anger
- Anger is a state of heightened emotional intensity.
- Indicates a mismatch of expectation.
- It is accomplished by physiological and biological changes in the body.
- The heart rate and the blood pressure go up along with the level of energy hormones.
- It is also a state of high hypnotic suggestibility.
- It is a state of absolute loss of self control
Approaches To Anger
- A state that inspires aggressive behavior.
- Conscious and unconscious approaches to deal with anger are
- Expressing
- Suppressing (Not Recommended)
- Expressing angry feelings in an assertive - not aggressive - manner is the healthiest and most appropriate.
Goal Of Anger Management
- Preserving a healthy state of mind and body.
- Preserving relationships.
- Preserving a state of empowered decision making.
- Ensuring focus on goals & abundance.
- Preventing a negative long term financial impact.
- Remaining in a joyful state.
Characteristics Of People
- Some people are more "hotheaded" than others.
- People who are easily angered generally have a low tolerance of frustration.
- Causes may be genetic or sociological.
- People from families with low EQ are "more angry".
Strategies Of Managing Anger
- Meditation/Relaxation.
- Cognitive Restructing.
- Problem Solving.
- Humor.
- Avoidance Of Conflict.
- Counseling.
