Anger is primal - an instinct rooted in survival. In a flash, reason can give way to fury, turning vision red and thoughts reckless. But in today’s world, unchecked rage often harms more than it helps.
So Why Do We Get Angry?
We often lash out when we feel:
😡 Powerless in the face of fear or insecurity
😡 Denied something we believe, we deserve
😡 Disrespected, cheated, or ignored
😡 Frustrated by repeated failures
😡 Overwhelmed and emotionally drained
How Do We Express Anger?
Anger wears many faces - some loud, some silent:
👹 Trolling behind screens
👹 Road rage
👹 Vindictive acts, domestic violence, false FIRs
👹 Silent treatment and emotional withdrawal
👹 Self-harm or suicide, when pain turns inward
Whether explosive or suppressed, unmanaged anger always leaves a mark.
How to Defuse Anger?
😌 Pause – Count to ten before reacting
😌 Reframe – Is your response proportional?
😌 Release – Breathe, move away from the scene
😌 Speak wisely – Use “I feel…” statements
😌 Let go – Accept what’s beyond your control
Mastering anger begins with noticing its early signs - tight fists, shallow breath, or racing thoughts. That awareness gives us space to choose our response.
Anger isn’t always destructive. When channeled right, it can fuel justice, and spark change. True strength lies in using anger, not being used by it.
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"Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret." — Ambrose Bierce
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