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1stronger asked in HealthMental Health · 2 decades ago

How do you Manage Anger on your own?

i've got a short fuse...and HATE it. I realize this problem and want to change...but keep failing.

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  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago
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    realize anger is usually a symptom of another emotion and get to the root of the actual problem and solve that, also use some "time out" solutions, when you seem you cant handle your anger it may be best to walk away for some time and talk it out to a neutral party, if its in an argument situation defuse the situation by complementing the other person instead of insulating them, it seems to catch them off guard and u start to feel better, but if u feel that you may harm someone i recommend talking to a councilor

  • 2 decades ago

    Discipline yourself, its tougher than it sounds, but you and only you can be accountable for what you say and do. This means finding a way that works for you. Some people can do well just taking 5 deep breaths before they say a word or reacting. Some people need to simply walk away. Some people need to go make voodoo dolls of their enemies and mutiliate it ( I happen to enjoy this one myself) Depends on how deep your anger is and about what.

    What are your triggers, recognize them. Keep yourself away from those triggers until youve had a chance to work on a relaxtion technique and master it.

    Heres the flip side of this. You very well may have a vitamin or mineral deficiency that is causing your neurotrasmitters to not fire properly. What is your diet like? Do you exercise at all?

    Get a good multi vitamin. There is a product called * calm advantage* in the health food stores. Ive heard outstanding reviews on it. It can be taken during the day and is pretty much a regular supplement providing you with vital vitamins and minerals plus some relaxing goodies in it. Its completely safe.

    Not enough zinc can also cause repeated angers, especially in men.

  • 2 decades ago

    I had that problem into my 20's or so. I finally learned that the person or situation I am upset about doesn't care about me. Why should I waste my energy on them? Life is too short. Anger takes a lot of energy and I have better things to do with mine.

  • 2 decades ago

    I had the same problem, big time!! On the advice of a friend i went to visit a children's Hospital for those with incurable illness. They are so pleased to see you, they will see the good in you.And,you will start to see the good in yourself. There are many reasons to feel angry,self loathing is often at the heart of the matter. But, in my experience changing your focus from inward to outward will make you feel the warmth from, and to others.

    Good luck to you, I hope you find a path through your anger.

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  • 2 decades ago

    tell yourself "Let It Go",

    "Let It Go",

    "Let It Go..."

    works for me. ( If this starts losing its effect, try using some other phrases that mean the same thing. Its okay, or maybe I'm not angry, etc.. If you know another language you might want to say it in the other language. )

    Maybe another suggestion, JUST LAUGH, when you are getting angry.

    However these are just temporary solutions, and if you get angry very frequently these solutions might just let the anger build up inside you . So, I would advise you to keep asking and find a better solution.

    Source(s): managing myself lately
  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    I walk away and just try to think of something nice. (Like my grandbabies laughing ).It's really hard sometimes but I find it's best because I don't say something I'll regret later.

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