Anger relief - Page 2

Bungleau · 07-26-2005, 11:14 PM

These days, I try to game (and kill things), play drums (physical force and activity), or take many, many deep breaths.

Years ago, I used to grab a pair of nunchucks and start swinging 'em around.

It's amazing how you forget about almost everything else when there are two pieces of aircraft aluminum (aluminium for you others) whizzing around your head and other favorite body parts. Your focus is entirely on the sticks, and on making sure they stay where they are supposed to.... or else

For a really serious issue, I'd do it in the darkest area available. Spinning metal or wood that you can't see... man, does that change your attitude!

Kakero · 07-26-2005, 11:37 PM

I tried meditation but it didn't help.Vent my anger on people, things and such didn't help but make matters even worst. Tried to relief myself by visiting interesting sites but it makes me more frustrated instead. However, I've found out that pacing aimlessly in the room staring blankly at the floor actually helps! It makes me tired and I go take a nap and walla! When I wake up the anger is gone!

Neo the Warrior Cat · 07-28-2005, 01:34 PM

Get yourself a punching bag and go to town

Failing that, a pillow or mattress makes a good substitute :3

Link · 07-28-2005, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Firestormalpha:
Well, one time I punched a concrete wall. Sounds painful right? Well, I was angry enough that I didn't feel it. Adrenaline is a wonderful thing.

I once punched a dent in a metal closet. Felt relieved after that, but I had a sore hand for a week. It took two weeks to heal completely when I tried the same trick on a tiled wall

Adrenaline is indeed a wonderful thing

krunchyfrogg · 07-28-2005, 10:54 PM

May I suggest Martial Arts classes? Not only are they great for venting, but they teach you to control yourself better.

Dadams1 · 07-28-2005, 11:36 PM

Quote:

play drums (physical force and activity)

I agree; I play Djembe, which is an African drum, and whenever I feel angry I just go and pound on it for as long as it takes to relieve my frustration. It works wonders.

Link · 07-29-2005, 05:57 AM

I have a djembe at home as well.. Well, not a real one. The one I have is more like an art object I bought when I was in South Africa. I still like to play a beat on it every now and then though [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Bungleau · 07-29-2005, 10:50 AM

I've got a drum book on taking African drum rhythms and translating them to drum set. I've gone through the first two pages of it so far, and it's taken months [img]smile.gif[/img] It's all about sending your four limbs on different rhythmic paths... that'll take your mind off anything!

'Course, after a short while, it can get really, really frustrating, too

Aerich · 07-30-2005, 06:12 AM

Physical activity is the key. Hop on a bike and do hill climbs, or just do pushups. Try visualizing pushing down on whatever it is that is making you angry.

Meditation is ok, but IMO you have to tire your body out a bit first. Anger produces adrenaline and you have to get rid of it somehow.

Felix The Assassin · 07-30-2005, 09:12 AM

After many years of doing similar stuff that has been posted, I've come upon the most overlooked and quite complete therapy of all.

I no longer get angry.

07-26-2005, 11:14 PM	#11
Bungleau 40th Level Warrior Join Date: October 29, 2001 Location: Western Wilds of Michigan Posts: 11,752	These days, I try to game (and kill things), play drums (physical force and activity), or take many, many deep breaths. Years ago, I used to grab a pair of nunchucks and start swinging 'em around. It's amazing how you forget about almost everything else when there are two pieces of aircraft aluminum (aluminium for you others) whizzing around your head and other favorite body parts. Your focus is entirely on the sticks, and on making sure they stay where they are supposed to.... or else For a really serious issue, I'd do it in the darkest area available. Spinning metal or wood that you can't see... man, does that change your attitude! __________________ B Save Early, Save Often Save Before, Save After Two-Star General, Spelling Soldiers -+-+-+ Give 'em a hug one more time. It might be the last.

07-28-2005, 01:34 PM	#13
Neo the Warrior Cat Avatar Join Date: July 6, 2004 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Age: 37 Posts: 528	Get yourself a punching bag and go to town Failing that, a pillow or mattress makes a good substitute :3 __________________ \"I haven\'t the time for this!\"-Irenicus <img border=\"0\" alt=\"[mage1]\" title=\"\" src=\"graemlins/mage1.gif\" />

07-28-2005, 10:54 PM	#15
krunchyfrogg Red Dragon Join Date: February 14, 2004 Location: NY, USA Age: 49 Posts: 1,516	May I suggest Martial Arts classes? Not only are they great for venting, but they teach you to control yourself better. __________________ <i>A life is not important, except in the impact it has on other lives.</i><br />- Jackie Robinson<br /><br /> [img]\"http://img394.imageshack.us/img394/3353/salsashark7xl.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

07-29-2005, 10:50 AM	#18
Bungleau 40th Level Warrior Join Date: October 29, 2001 Location: Western Wilds of Michigan Posts: 11,752	I've got a drum book on taking African drum rhythms and translating them to drum set. I've gone through the first two pages of it so far, and it's taken months [img]smile.gif[/img] It's all about sending your four limbs on different rhythmic paths... that'll take your mind off anything! 'Course, after a short while, it can get really, really frustrating, too __________________ B Save Early, Save Often Save Before, Save After Two-Star General, Spelling Soldiers -+-+-+ Give 'em a hug one more time. It might be the last.

07-30-2005, 06:12 AM	#19
Aerich Lord Ao Join Date: May 27, 2004 Location: Canada Age: 44 Posts: 2,061	Physical activity is the key. Hop on a bike and do hill climbs, or just do pushups. Try visualizing pushing down on whatever it is that is making you angry. Meditation is ok, but IMO you have to tire your body out a bit first. Anger produces adrenaline and you have to get rid of it somehow. __________________ Where there is a great deal of free speech, there is always a certain amount of foolish speech. - Winston S. Churchill

07-26-2005, 11:37 PM	#12
Kakero 40th Level Warrior Join Date: March 24, 2002 Posts: 10,215	I tried meditation but it didn't help.Vent my anger on people, things and such didn't help but make matters even worst. Tried to relief myself by visiting interesting sites but it makes me more frustrated instead. However, I've found out that pacing aimlessly in the room staring blankly at the floor actually helps! It makes me tired and I go take a nap and walla! When I wake up the anger is gone!

07-29-2005, 05:57 AM	#17
Link Jack Burton Join Date: May 15, 2001 Location: The Netherlands Age: 40 Posts: 5,888	I have a djembe at home as well.. Well, not a real one. The one I have is more like an art object I bought when I was in South Africa. I still like to play a beat on it every now and then though [img]tongue.gif[/img]

07-30-2005, 09:12 AM	#20
Felix The Assassin The Dreadnoks Join Date: September 27, 2001 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 62 Posts: 3,608	After many years of doing similar stuff that has been posted, I've come upon the most overlooked and quite complete therapy of all. I no longer get angry. __________________ The Lizzie Palmer Tribute Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty. John F. Kennedy 35th President of The United States The Last Shot Honor The Fallen Jesus died for our sins, and American Soldiers died for our freedom. If you don't stand behind our Soldiers, please feel free to stand in front of them.

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