: Instead of making demands, explain your feelings by saying things like, "I am feeling frustrated because...".
: Telling yourself or others to "calm down" is often condescending and ineffective. Instead, focus on slow, deep breathing to reset your system. outburst
: Don't send that text or email in the heat of the moment. Advice from Psychology Today suggests communicating only when you can do so with clarity and compassion. 2. Immediate Recovery Steps : Instead of making demands, explain your feelings
When you feel an outburst approaching, the goal is to regulate your nervous system before you lose control. : Instead of making demands
: Experts from Focus on the Family Canada recommend not letting "the sun go down on your anger," as waiting too long allows negative feelings to fester.
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