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Please share an interesting fact about overcoming anger.

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Hardest to control feelings, easier to control actions feelings may generate.

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Relaxation and meditation are two most effective ways to overcome anger.

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Generally, it isn't the anger; it's the unthinking reaction to it. Take a break before you break.

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Dr. Alison Segal answered

Specializes in Clinical Health

Ignore: Be aware of triggers. Stop. Breathe. Think. Impulsive anger yields negative consequences.

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Dr. Daniel Cabot answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: People who exercise regularly use less medication and feel less stressed out, angry or depressed.

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

According2: According2 CBT anger results from feelings of unfairness. Check 2B sure your perception is accurate.

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Forgiveness to others and oneself will decrease both short and long term anger.

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Ignore: Separate yourself from the situation that is triggering negative feelings.

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Sometimes special types of therapy really helps alot.

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Dr. Laura Garabedian answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Count: Count to 10 and take deep breaths before reacting.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

“Anger: “Anger at lies lasts forever. Anger at truth can't last.” Greg Evans.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

“Anger: “Anger is a signal, and one worth listening to.” Harriet Lerner.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

“How: “How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the causes of it.” Marcus Aurelius.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

“Never: “Never get angry. Never make a threat. Reason with people.” Mario Puzo.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

“The: “The angry people are those people who are most afraid.” Dr. Robert Anthony.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Uncontrolled: Uncontrolled anger can take a toll on both your health and your relationships!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If you Think before you speak, you will be less likely to get angry.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Take: Take a few moments to collect your thoughts before speaking, and allow others involved 2 do the same.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

In: In the heat of the moment, it's easy to say something you'll later regret.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Physical: Physical activity can help reduce stress that can cause you to become angry.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If you feel your anger escalating, go for a brisk walk or perform other enjoyable physical activity.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Timeouts: Timeouts aren't just for kids. Give yourself short breaks during times that tend to be stressful.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

A: A few moments of quiet time might help you feel better and not get irritated or angry.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Instead: Instead of focusing on what made you mad, work on resolving the issue at hand.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Forgiveness: Forgiveness is a powerful tool!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If you can forgive someone who angered you, you might both learn from the situation.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's: It's unrealistic to expect everyone to behave exactly as you want at all times.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Humor: Humor can release tension and anger in many situations.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Lightening: Lightening up can help diffuse tension!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sarcasm: Sarcasm can hurt feelings and make things worse.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yoga: Yoga can decrease stress and anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Music: Music can decrease stress and anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Meditation: Meditation can decrease stress and anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Laughter: Laughter can decrease stress and anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Alcohol: Alcohol and drugs do NOT mix when you are angry!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Learning: Learning to control anger is a challenge for everyone at times.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger can have serious consequences for your relationships.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's: It's perfectly healthy and normal to feel angry when you have been mistreated or wronged.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Feeling: Feeling angry is not the issue, it's what you do with it that makes a difference.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger becomes a problem when it harms you or others.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You have more control over your anger than you think!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You can learn to express your emotions without hurting others.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You will feel better when You can learn to express your emotions without hurting others.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger management takes work, but the more you practice, the easier it will get.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Learning: Learning to control your anger and express it appropriately can help you build better relationships.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Controlling: Controlling anger will let you achieve your goals, and lead a healthier, more satisfying life.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It: It is NOT always healthy to "VENT' and let your anger out!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger is not something you have to “let out” in an aggressive way .

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger outbursts and tirades only fuel the fire and reinforce your anger problem.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger,: Anger, aggression, and intimidation will NOT help you earn respect!

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Words: Words may not "break your bones like sticks and stones," but they can hurt a person.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Others: Others are more willing to listen to you and accommodate your needs if you communicate respectfully.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You can express your anger without being verbally or physically abusive.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Rather: Rather than trying to suppress your anger, the goal is to express it in constructive ways.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Emotional: Emotional awareness is the key to self-understanding and success in life.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

We: We become more angry when we are stressed and body resources are down.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

We: We are rarely ever angry for the reasons we think.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

We: We often become angry when we see a trait in others we can't stand in ourselves.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

We: We are often angry when we didn't get what we needed as a child.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Underneath: Underneath many current angers are old disappointments, traumas, and triggers.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

We: We get angry when a current event brings up an old unresolved situation from the past.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Recognizing: Recognizing your anger signs allows you to take steps to manage your anger before it's uncontrolable.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Stretching: Stretching or massaging areas of tension may help control and ease anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Picturing: Picturing yourself in a favorite place can help ease the anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Resolving: Resolving conflict is impossible if you’re unwilling or unable to forgive.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If a conflict is going nowhere, you can choose to disengage and move on.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Therapy: Therapy can be a great way to explore the reasons behind your anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Therapy: Therapy provides a safe environment to learn about your reasons and i.d. triggers for your anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Therapy: Therapy is a safe place to practice new skills in expressing your anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anger: Anger management classes or groups allow you to see others coping with the same struggles.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

For: For domestic violence issues, traditional anger management is usually not recommended.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Always: Always remember that you are not to blame for your loved one’s anger.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

There: There is never an excuse for physically or verbally abusive behavior.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You have a right to be treated with respect and to live without fear of an angry outburst.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Set: Set clear boundaries about what you will and will not tolerate from an angry friend.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Abusive: Abusive behavior is a deliberate choice for the sole purpose of controlling a person.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If you are in an abusive relationship, know that couples counseling is not recommended.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

In: In the heat of the moment, you are more likely to say and do harsh things that you later regret.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Wait: Wait it out. Research has shown that the neurological anger response lasts less than two seconds.

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Ignore: We displace (anger) when we cannot face (ourselves). Focus on you and what makes you tick. Not them.

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Ignore: Take deep breaths and stay away from others while you find your calm.

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Dr. Milton Alvis, jr answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Anger,: Anger, occasionally useful briefly, is extremely self-destructive when held-onto; gratitude empowers.

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Dr. Marcie Berman answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

When: When angry, ignore your first thoughts before speaking. Take a break and think first.

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Ignore: When anger takes over, intellect ceases to work.

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Ignore: Everyone at one time or another becomes angry. One must throughout their lifetime exercise self disc.

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Ignore: Anger is a ready default response. You must actively choose to NOT be angry.

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Dr. Milton Alvis, jr answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Anger: Anger motivates yet also promotes impulsiveness, blindness, poor choices & destructive outcomes.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

“Angry: “Angry men have little to live for when their rage becomes ineffective.” * Miguel Syjuco.

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Ignore: Anger stems from feeling hurt. Focus on fixing the hurt feeling and the anger usually resolves.

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