5 Ways to Diffuse Your anger

This video tutorial focuses on anger management, exploring the cycle of anger and offering techniques to defuse and manage it. It discusses the importance of understanding triggers, emotional and behavioral responses, and physical symptoms. Techniques such as deep breathing, canned responses, and mindfulness are highlighted to help control anger. The video also suggests diversions like listening to music or coloring to reduce stress.

What is one approach mentioned for processing anger?

• Discussing the issue with friends

• Engaging in physical exercise

• Focusing on affirming statements

• Ignoring the situation

What typically follows a triggering event in the cycle of anger?

• Positive thoughts

• Physical relaxation

• Negative thoughts

• Immediate calmness

Which technique involves taking a moment before responding to anger?

• Writing down your feelings

• Counting to ten

• Taking three deep breaths

• Walking away immediately

What is a 'canned response' used for?

• To express anger freely

• To escalate a situation

• To avoid engaging in controversial topics

• To agree with others

What is the 'broken record technique'?

• Agreeing with the other person

• Ignoring the person completely

• Changing your response each time

• Repeating the same response in the same tone

How can observing your anger help in managing it?

• It has no effect on anger

• It makes you more aggressive

• It increases the intensity of anger

• It allows you to disengage and reduce its energy

What is a suggested diversion technique to manage anger?

• Watching a horror movie

• Listening to music

• Arguing with someone

• Eating junk food