Many things can be triggers for anger each day. If you have a rough encounter with a co-worker , tension with a family member or a difficult phone call this can create stress. It weakens one just as germs can make one vulnerable to an illness.
We have knee-jerk reactions when we are angry and on edge. This makes it easy for us to fall into an unconscious reaction with others. We end up saying what we regret later and feeling mad at ourselves for being out of control.
You don't do anyone any favors when you express your anger while driving. It only makes you a hazard on the road plus it makes other people feel they also can vent and be childish. People react to the level of consciousness that is around them.
In the midst of driving if you see someone that is hitting the steering wheel, furiously honking or giving someone the finger don't feed their rage but ignore them. You don't want to antagonize someone more especially because their poor driving can impact lives. Realize that they are stuck in issues they don't have insight into and have compassion instead.
When someone is driving dangerously don't make eye contact. If you do they will probably take it the wrong way and feel challenged or belittled. When you are near them don't try to get back at them . Keep your own center and that is the best way to act in these circumstances. You can also call 911 if someone is really acting erratic or irrational.
The science of anger management enables someone to learn ways to stay calm in the midst of rough situations. Breathing, relaxation and visualization all are means to not be a yo-yo going up and down. There are ways to master your mind and emotions so you don't just act like a leaf in the wind.
What is wonderful is that these skills can be implemented in many situations such as traffic jams, waiting on line, dealing with a difficult boss or having a challenging family situation. It does take practice but it is rewarding as you feel this new calmness enter into many aspects of your life instead of distress or rage. Winning back your self and your freedom is a terrific gift.
Set your eye on the goal of self-control and you will be half the way there. By remembering this is your highest priority it won't make the immediate reactions as important. You won't even see those people again that are on the highway. Is it worth it to lose your cool?
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