Top Tips: Managing Anger

  Remember that no-one else can ‘make’ us angry – we do that ourselves!Stop – breathe slowly and deeply into your abdominal area.
  Consciously relax at the same time.Take a mental step back – no need to respond immediately. Take time out if necessary. Use positive ‘self talk’ – remember what you think affects how you
  feel, and therefore how you behave! Try ‘leave it!’, ‘it’s not worth
  getting upset’, 'what does it matter!’Communicate, and that includes listening! Don’t assume you know what the other person feels or want Communicate, and that includes listening! When you start to feel defensive – ask yourself whyBe assertive about what you want – and learn to say ‘No’Respect yourself and others will respect you.Try to deal with problems early on, don’t let them build up.If you make a mistake – don’t beat yourself up. You’re fallible.Ask for support early – it’s a sign of strength not weakness.