ANGER MANAGEMENT

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.