Are you an ‘angry bird’?
THESE days, more and more women are identifying with “angry bird syndrome” and struggling to manage the angst and anger that has become a part of their daily life. It’s time to understand why we’re reacting the way we are and how we can stop it. Our sister publication No.1 Magazine has a few tips on regaining control...
Don’t take on too much
If you set yourself an unrealistic target you’ll never be able to reach, you’re more likely to start seething when you inevitably fail. Make sure you’re not taking on too much.
Work it out
Exercise is one of the best ways to tackle stress issues. Choosing an aggressive sport, like boxing or karate, releases feel-good endorphins and is a healthy way of discharging anger.
Prioritise yourself
None of us want to be the rubbish friend, but it’s important not to put everyone else’s needs before your own. If you’re not feeling up to that night out with the girls, reschedule. Don’t turn up looking miserable because you would rather be at home in your PJs.
Be mindful of the moment
Those clichés about taking one day at a time are true. Concentrate on the now and try to stop the internal dialogue of negative thoughts about the past or future when you’re alone. Whether you are walking to work or you’re at home, concentrate on the sounds, smells and sensations around you. It’s almost impossible to feel negative while you are living in the moment – try it today!
Talk it out
It’s true that a problem shared is a problem halved. Talking about the things that are stressing you out and getting an objective opinion will make you realise that perhaps the problem that’s caused the knots in your stomach isn’t so bad after all.