Current location:World Wander news portal > opinions
Scientists reveal the surest way to stop feeling angry in stressful situations
World Wander news portal2024-05-07 16:16:39【opinions】2People have gathered around
IntroductionGoing for a run, taking a few deep breaths or even screaming into a pillow are tried and tested stra
Going for a run, taking a few deep breaths or even screaming into a pillow are tried and tested strategies for coping with anger.
But the best thing to do could be to write down your reaction on a piece of paper and then throw it away, according to new research.
In fact, the method is so effective it eliminated feelings of anger 'almost entirely', scientists found.
The team, from Nagoya University in Japan, recruited participants who were asked to write a short opinion piece on important social issues.
They were told their writing would be evaluated. Regardless of what they wrote, however, they all received insulting and negative feedback and were scored low on intelligence, interest, logic and rationality.
After receiving these negative comments, participants were asked to write down their thoughts on a piece of paper.
The best way to deal with anger is to write down your reaction on a piece of paper and throw it away, scientists say (Stock Image)
The method is so effective it eliminated feelings of anger 'almost entirely', a study found (Stock Image)
One group was told to either dispose of the paper in the bin or keep it in a file on their desk. A second group was told to put the document in a shredder or in a clear plastic box.
Analysis revealed that while all reported a higher level of anger after receiving the insulting comments, participants who threw away or shredded their written thoughts quickly returned to their initial state of calm.
Meanwhile, the participants who held on to a hard copy of the insult experienced only a small decrease in their overall anger.
Lead researcher Nobuyuki Kawai said: 'We expected that our method would suppress anger to some extent.
'However, we were amazed that anger was eliminated almost entirely.'
The findings, published in the journal Scientific Reports, build on previous work showing how interactions with physical objects can control a person's mood.
The team said their research could help office workers who find themselves in stressful situations.
'This technique could be applied in the moment by writing down the source of anger as if taking a memo and then throwing it away when one feels angry in a business situation,' Mr Kawai said.
Address of this article:http://coralseaislands.whetstonetavern.com/article-05e199989.html
Very good!(55866)
Related articles
- Tom Brady roast: Netflix live event features Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick reunion
- Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong for July 1 celebrations, makes first visit to city since 2017
- Tale of the state pension underpaid for 20 YEARS: This is Money podcast
- Was the Budget too little, too late
- Julia Fox and Law Roach team up for a sustainable fashion competition show
- Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong for July 1 celebrations, makes first visit to city since 2017
- Top scientist warns AI could surpass human intelligence by 2027
- Best stocks & shares Isas: Pick the right investment account
- Nutrition experts add traffic light health labels to famous food paintings
- Greece gives away 25,000 free holidays
Popular articles
- Biden recognizes US Military Academy with trophy for besting other service academies in football
- Apple users are still discovering hidden new features inside iPhone's iOS17
- What you need to know about investing in a VCT and the 30% tax break
- With table service and spacious seats, why going by train with LNER is the ultimate way to travel
Recommended
Kyren Wilson wins world snooker championship for the first time after beating Jak Jones 18
3 jailed for Hong Kong's priciest art heist, after selling billion
What you need to know about investing in a VCT and the 30% tax break
Revealed: The best 100 cities in the world for exploring by foot, with Rome No.1, London ninth
PWHL's strong first season coincides with a growing appetite for women's sports
China's Xi Jinping delivers unexpected speech at UN hours after US President Joe Biden speaks
the remote Canadian Island known as MARS on earth! It is so otherworldly, NASA uses it for research
As the Glastonbury 2024 lineup is announced, AI reveals the ultimate headliners
Links
- Judge hears testimony in man's bid for a new trial for girl's 1988 killing
- Kelly Clarkson, 41, rocks a little black dress highlighting her 40
- John Adams' Nativity oratorio 'El Nino' gets colorful staging at the Met
- Exiled opposition official asks Hun Manet to help clear 2022 charges — Radio Free Asia
- The Chicago Bears are poised to draft Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft
- Officer fatally shoots man who confronted him with knife, authorities say
- Lions are not looking for a starter in the NFL draft for a change, coming off successful season
- Nebraska lawmakers end session, leaving taxes for later
- Judge hears testimony in man's bid for a new trial for girl's 1988 killing
- Danny Cipriani holidays with 90210 star AnnaLynne McCord at spiritual retreat in Egypt