Top 10 Tips on How to Control Anger at Work
6. Take a break
If possible, go out for a short walk. Absorb the calm surroundings and relax yourself. Control your anger by doing something inconsequential during this time like watching birds, the seconds passing by, noticing the movement around you. This will surely help you to be a little detached from your anger.
7. Don’t justify your anger
This is the last thing you want to be doing. If you are completely taken over by anger, don’t go explaining yourself that you are completely right in your place. Sometimes, anger leads you to unknown places and much worse emotions, those wanting destruction and revenge.
8. Resolve the matter yourself
Every problem has a solution and yours surely has one. You just need to get your mind around it. If no solution seems handy, then think how you will work out of the problem.
9. Listen to soothing music
Music has the ability to calm your senses and relax your mind. So grab your earphones and listen to some calm, relaxing songs.
10. See the situation from every side
This is another important step to control your anger. Take a look at the possible angles to your situation. Was there no other answer possible? Was your colleague right in what he/she said? This will help you to relax when you see the ‘other’ side logically as well.
These ways can surely help you to cut the anger and be more focused towards your work.
