Why So Serious? Part 2 Show Notes

In this episode of the Motor City Hypnotist Podcast we are going to discuss anger. ARRRRGH!! How to know if you have an anger problem and tips to address it.

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INTRODUCTION

What is up people? The Motor City Hypnotist Podcast is here in the Podcast Detroit Northville Studios. Thank you for joining me on this episode of the Motor City Hypnotist Podcast.

I am David Wright and with me is my producer Matt Fox.

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Anger Management

Clues that there’s more to your anger than meets the eye

You have a hard time compromising.

You view different opinions as a personal challenge. .

You have trouble expressing emotions other than anger.

Be aware of your anger warning signs

Pay attention to the way anger feels in your body

· Knots in your stomach

· Clenching your hands or jaw

· Feeling clammy or flushed

· Breathing faster

· Headaches

· Pacing or needing to walk around

· “Seeing red”

· Having trouble concentrating

· Pounding heart

· Tensing your shoulders

Identify your triggers

Stressful events

Negative thought patterns that can trigger anger

Common negative thinking patterns that trigger and fuel anger include:

· Overgeneralizing.

· Obsessing over “shoulds” and “musts.”

· Mind reading and jumping to conclusions.

· Collecting straws

· Blaming.

Learn ways to cool down quickly

Focus on the physical sensations of anger.

Take some deep breaths.

Get moving.

Use your senses.

Stretch or massage areas of tension.

Slowly count to ten.

Give yourself a reality check

When you start getting upset about something, take a moment to think about the situation. Ask yourself:

· How important is it in the grand scheme of things?

· Is it really worth getting angry about it?

· Is it worth ruining the rest of my day?

· Is my response appropriate to the situation?

· Is there anything I can do about it?

· Is taking action worth my time?

Find Healthier Ways To Express Your Anger

Always fight fair.

Make the relationship your priority.

Focus on the present.

Be willing to forgive.

Take five if things get too heated

Know when to let something go.

Stay calm by taking care of yourself

Manage stress.

Talk to someone you trust.

Get enough sleep.

Exercise regularly.

Be smart about alcohol and drugs.

Use humor to relieve tension Recognize if you need professional help

Anger management classes

Therapy,

Change your thinking, change your life!

Laugh hard, run fast, be kind.

David R. Wright MA, LPC, CHT

The Motor City Hypnotist