Anger management

I read an article in TOI, yesterday, on Aamir Khan resorting to Smoking due to stress. This made me think about the stress and the results of it. The first thing that came to my mind is that stress affects is our relationship with the people, behaviour with people around us and many more. I cannot talk more on the relationship, behaviour as I am not that great in psychology and related elements but yes I can say something on Anger (mostly the Outburst of our thoughts).
Someone has rightly quoted,

"Anger is one word short of DAnger"

I wonder how true it is!!. Anger could be triggered by stress, lack of sleep, crash diets and insufficient water intake. While browsing I found some stuff mentioned by Dr. Anjali Chhabria, Psychiatrist, Mumbai and thought of sharing this with you all. This is what the expert/(I) had(have) to say on ANGER...

HOW CAN WE REDUCE ANGER?

• Practice relaxation exercises and breathing techniques to calm the mind and body. (In yoga there is a kind of Prayanama called Bastrika; short and quick bursts of inhale and exhale)
• Learn to resolve conflicts through effective communication minus outbursts.
• Use problem-solving techniques such as goal setting and time management to reduce stress levels.
• Eating well and at regular intervals helps to keep energy levels in check. (Avoiding Sugars and taking in Proteins might Help)
• Get at least 6-8 hours of sleep, so that you don’t feel irritable and grouchy.
• Take a break when you’re tired. This can help you rejuvenate.
• Keep yourself upbeat by indulging in a hobby.
• Compartmentalise your work and personal lives.
• Nurture your support systems, like family and friends.
• Regular exercise helps to keep the mind and body fresh.
• Seek counselling for interpersonal conflicts. (Best person for this can be your Mom/Spouse/friends)
• Be assertive instead of aggressive.

STRATEGIES TO CONTROL AGGRESSION

• Accept that being angry is perfectly normal.
• Identify your source/trigger of anger. I Shift your focus from ‘what was done to me’ to ‘what I can do’.
• Create positive self-talk.
• Identify your irrational beliefs.
• Think of a more rational and adaptive plan of action.
• Change thoughts that provoke anger, interpreting the situation from a different (less provocative) point of view.
• Write down angry thoughts.
• Focus on gratitude — make a list of things you are thankful for.

Enjoy Stress/Anger Free life.
Cheers!!!!!!!!!!