The Anger Trap

Padma’s anger was her constant companion, quick to ignite and destructive in its wake. But one day, after a heated meeting, something inside her shifted. Instead of exploding, she took a deep breath, stepped outside, and let the tension melt away.

The next day, she calmly expressed her frustration to her colleague, and for the first time, her anger didn’t destroy it healed.

Padma realised that true strength wasn’t in holding onto anger, but in letting it go and channelling it into growth.

Moral:

Use healthy coping strategies like

👉 Relaxation, 

👉 positive self-talk, and 

👉  physical release

To transform anger into personal power and growth.

EXAMPLES BELOW :

1. Relaxation Example:

After feeling anger rise, you take a break and practice deep breathing. You inhale for a count of four, hold for four, and exhale for four. This calms your nervous system and helps you regain control, allowing you to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.

2. Positive Self-Talk Example:

You catch yourself feeling angry about a situation at work. Instead of thinking, "This is so unfair, I can't stand it," you replace that thought with, "I can handle this calmly. This is an opportunity to show patience and solve the issue." This shift in perspective reduces the intensity of the anger and gives you a sense of empowerment.

3. Physical Release Example:

You go for a brisk walk or do some jumping jacks after feeling frustration build up. Physical activity releases endorphins and reduces the stress hormone cortisol, helping you release pent-up anger in a healthy way and giving you a fresh, clear mind to approach the situation.