Anger: Wisdom for Cooling the Flames
by Thich Nhat Hanh
Anger as a crying baby to be held, not expressed or suppressed: mindful breathing, walking, the peace treaty, and the practice of 'my dear, I am angry; I am trying my best'. Gentle and practical.
Read it if…
you are angry and the usual advice (vent or swallow) has failed.
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Skip it if…
you want cognitive therapy's anger methods.
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Three things you will actually use
- Hold anger like a baby.
- Breathe, walk, then speak.
- Tell them you are angry and are trying.
Do this first
When angry, walk and breathe before you speak; say the three sentences.
Our verdict
Cooling the flames.
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