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Slow, deep breaths help calm your nervous system and reduce anger gradually. Try the 4-7-8 method where you spend 4 seconds inhaling, 7 for holding and 8 for exhaling.
This fun and relaxing activity to squeeze a stress ball can channel your anger by distracting yourself into doing something productive.
Repeating backward counting in mind from 10 to 1 can help you cool down from anger giving you space to think.
Practice visualisation by closing your eyes and imagining a peaceful environment to cool your temper down. You can also listen to meditative sounds to control your anger.
The best way to control anger is to do self-talk. Avoid communicating outside as it can turn into heated arguments. Find a space and tell yourself that “I am angry but I can handle this.”
Working on anger issues in the long run requires a habitual practice of managing emotions. Try scribbling or even doodling to release your anger to calm yourself.
Lastly, channelise your anger into doing physical activity like running, swimming or even walking, to put out your anger while keeping yourself fit.