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Rehearsal Two

Read the Instructions below and try to practice your speaking ability by answering
the questions orally.

How to Express Anger in a Positive and Healthy Way

Instructions

1. Recognize that anger is a valid emotion and is necessary for survival. Anger has the
capacity to wake you up to things that need to change and to help you take the first
steps towards changing your situation.
2. Identify what is making you angry. Displacement is a common reaction to anger.
Rather than expressing anger towards whom or what is actually making you angry,
you may become irritated with your spouse or children, friends or colleagues, minor
inconveniences or even yourself. If you find yourself being generally angry, trace
back your anger to it origin.
3. Practice relaxation techniques. Anger can be an overwhelming emotion because it is
so physical--your heart and mind may race, your muscles can tense and you may feel
sick. Focus on relaxing your body and mind to help look at the situation more
objectively.
4. Be assertive as you express anger rather than being aggressive or physical. Clearly
and firmly discuss why you are angry with the person who has caused your anger,
emphasizing your needs. If she tries to argue, do not engage in the argument. Just
come back to your own needs.
5. Express your anger safely if you need to be physical. Sometimes a physical
expression of anger can be helpful. If you need to, hit a cushion or throw a pillow
rather than lashing out at yourself, another person or an animal.
6. Use anger to fuel constructive or creative activity. If expressing your anger did not
diminish it, seek a physical activity to direct it towards. Dance, exercise and
drumming are three ways you can work off the extra energy of anger. Projects that
you find personally rewarding can also help you deal with anger.

Questions:

1. What do you mean by valid emotion?
2. How do you identify what is making you angry?
3. How do you practice relaxation techniques when you are being angry?
4. How do you assert as you express your anger?
5. How do you express your anger safely?
6. How do you use your anger to fuel constructive or creative activity?

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