ANGER SMART: "Spiritual Relaxation"
ANGER SMART: "Spiritual Relaxation"
Anger Thought: One of the most basic techniques for managing
stress and anger is physical relaxation. So how many people do
you know, dealing with anger and aggression, practice spiritual
relaxation? Spiritual relaxation refers to letting mental
sources of tension go instead of physical sources of tension.
The key to doing this is verbally forgiving others for their
actions toward us. This is not easy and is why so few people
practice it. But, unless forgiveness is given, there will be no
real freedom from anger and aggression in your life. Keep in
mind that forgiveness is not the same as forgetting. Denial is
an unhealthy behavior if practiced long term. And, pretending an
offense against your life never happened is impossible. Why let
your past continue to control your emotions in the present and
future? Let go spiritually and find real mental peace.
Anger Action Plan: Out loud or in a journal, complete the
following sentence: "Today, for my own well being, I choose to
forgive these people/situations..." Do this for one week.
Observe the change that comes over you during that period of
time. At the end of the week, recite or write this phrase: "I
release myself from the past and its pain. The people and
incidents I have forgiven no longer have power over me." If your
anger continues or more anger/aggression comes up as a result of
this exercise, immediately see a qualified psychotherapist for
more help.
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