Perdev
Perdev
Being assertive
doesn’t mean getting your way; it means that you can express your wishes and beliefs in a
nondestructive way. Some examples of how people deal with anger are listed below. Brainstorm some
ways that are used to deal with anger. Include both good and bad methods. When you have finished
with a list, decide on the methods that are healthy ways to deal with anger.
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1. When I get angry, it helps me feel better if I take a walk. Getting away from a situation that makes me
furious can enable me to calm down and think things over. Even more beneficial is being outside and
focusing on nature. Taking a stroll will help me burn off some of that bad energy and get away from the
problem quickly.
2. When I feel sad, it helps me feel better if I don't allow my thoughts or body to become sad. I can just
get involved with the laundry or cleaning of items. When I'm busy doing stuff, I won't be sad instead, I'll
be able to get some things accomplished.
3. When I feel anxious or nervous, it helps me feel better if I take a deep breath in and out.
4. When I feel grumpy, it helps me if I Relax a little and listen to some music.
5. When I feel lonely, it helps me if I put in a lot of hours at work and keep up with my workout routine
to help me forget about feeling lonely. In fact, I prefer being alone because I can get a lot of work done
without being interrupted.
6. When I feel embarrassed, it helps if I continue to show up. I try to battle my inclination to stay at
home the next day if I am particularly ashamed over something that happened at school or at work.
Demonstrate to myself and others that I am capable of dealing with embarrassment. I don't have to feel
bad about myself.
7. When I feel sick, it helps me feel better if I sleep, eat nutritious foods, and watch entertaining films.
8. When I feel silly, I like to run, laugh, and play with my dog until we are both out of breath
9. When I feel disappointed, it helps me if I Allow myself time to recover and properly process my
feelings by acknowledging the pain and discomfort I'm experiencing.
10. When I feel sad and happy at the same time it helps me feel better if I Listen to some good rnb music
while watching the sunset until the dazzling stars appeared.