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Lesson 1 Getting To Know Yourself

The document discusses the nature of anger, particularly in adolescents, emphasizing that while feeling angry is natural, it is crucial to manage it constructively. It encourages self-reflection through questions to understand the sources of anger and suggests coping strategies like taking breaks or engaging in creative activities. Ultimately, the goal is to control one's emotions and behaviors, allowing individuals to take charge of their feelings and personal development.

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Lesson 1 Getting To Know Yourself

The document discusses the nature of anger, particularly in adolescents, emphasizing that while feeling angry is natural, it is crucial to manage it constructively. It encourages self-reflection through questions to understand the sources of anger and suggests coping strategies like taking breaks or engaging in creative activities. Ultimately, the goal is to control one's emotions and behaviors, allowing individuals to take charge of their feelings and personal development.

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Lesson 1 Getting to Know Yourself

Getting to Know Your Anger


Don’t Let Anger Be Your Boss
It is natural to feel angry from time to time; it

Do you ever find yourself suddenly feeling angry?


doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you.

One moment you’re fine, and the next moment


Anger can sometimes be a useful tool. For example,

you’re slamming doors or rolling your eyes at your


an angry but open conversation can resolve a

parents. Some people may think you just have a bad


conflict between friends. The important thing is to

attitude or are getting too upset about a small


manage your anger so that it does not turn into

problem. However, these feelings don’t simply come


aggressive or violent behavior. This does not mean

from stress about everyday life.


that you should stop yourself from feeling angry.

Rather, you should express it in a productive way.

Where does adolescent anger come from?


Ask yourself some questions about your angry

As a teen, you may feel like an adult, but your brain feelings. This can help you to better understand your

is still growing. In your brain, there is a part that is anger.

responsible for solving problems and controlling your

emotions. In your teen years, this part is still in Questions to Ask Yourself

development. The changes in your brain lead you


How often do I feel angry?

toward independence, social engagement, and


What situations make me feel the most intense

creativity. At the same time, however, you may feel


anger?

confused about who you are. You may also be more


Is my anger directed at anyone or anything in

sensitive to unfairness. Furthermore, your body is


particular?

flowing with hormones. This significantly affects your


Do I focus on the causes of my anger instead of

mood. The combination of these factors intensifies


solutions?

your strong emotions.


Can I control my emotions when I get angry?

How do I react and behave when I get angry?


First Aid to Calm Yourself Down Finding Proper Coping Skills

You need to learn how to deal with anger in a In some cases, the strategies mentioned above may

socially appropriate way. Remember: anger is a not be enough, so you may need to find proper

feeling, but behavior is a choice. The first step is coping skills for your personal situation. Without the

recognizing the physical signs of anger. It is possible right coping skills, you may find yourself becoming

to recognize those signs in advance. They include an verbally or even physically aggressive. Explore various

increased heart rate, a flushed face, and the strategies to discover what is best for you, such as

clenching of your fists. When these things happen, taking a walk, drawing a picture, or writing down

take action to reduce your anger. For example, you things that come to your mind. You can also try to

could try taking a break to organize your thoughts find possible solutions to a problem and then

or ending a conversation before it gets too intense. compare the advantages and disadvantages of each

one. By developing problem-solving skills, you will

learn that there are many ways to solve a problem

without getting angry.

Anger is an emotion that we all experience. By

managing your anger properly, you can be the boss

of your feelings, not the other way around. This is

an important step in finding your true self and

taking control of your life.

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