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Every person has been angry from time to time. I have. Haven’t you?

It is normal to have anger, but anger needs to be controlled. Some people have trouble with that. Not managing anger ruins careers, relationships, and can lead to crime if left unchecked.

So it is important to learn to deal effectively with your anger. If you have a problem managing your anger, then read these tips carefully.

1. Do you have someone in your life that is easy to TALK to? Who is understanding? Perhaps you have a family member or close friend who qualifies. Try talking your anger out with them. This lets you tell your side of the story and hopefully you will listen as your friend explains the story from a different perspective. Talking it out, listening to other ideas, may help you to understand your anger and thus manage it.

2. During a fit of anger, WRITE down your thoughts and feelings. No one talks back so it is easier to get things off your chest. Writing can also help you identify different “triggers” that cause your outbursts. Writing by hand or on your computer both work well.

3. Do you get so angry that you want to hit someone or just do something PHYSICAL? You really want to “take it out” on the other person for what was done to you. Instead of assaulting the person, get physical at the gym. Or even get physical with a pillow. Really let that pillow “have it!” Releasing all that energy and anger with it hurts no one but helps you to get over your anger.

4. I know this is difficult, but taking a VACATION or getting away from the situation and spending some alone time works really well. By removing yourself from the environment that causes your anger and frustration, you will see things in a new light. You will probably find some solutions to your problem, too.

5. Some people are comfortable using PRAYER and MEDITATION to help deal with their anger. By being along with your thoughts when you pray or meditate, you are finding a way to release tension. By letting go of your anger and negative thoughts, you can change your life around to the positive.

6. You might also try some deep breathing exercises, any kind of physical exercise, getting more sleep, getting yourself outside to enjoy nature, learning to laugh, and either playing an instrument or listening to music. All of these are great methods for releasing your anger and therefore learning to manage your anger.

So work on using some of these ways to manage your anger. Uncontrolled anger brings lots of adverse consequences. Controlled anger will let you a happier life.

Looking for more resources to help with managing your anger or the anger of a loved one? Click here for some excellent programs and materials. It is possible to learn to manage your anger. Author Jeanene Fisher enjoys teaching others how to live a positive life.