What do you do to calm down?

[Robert Maxwell]

Working out helps.

 

[Timby]

Sometimes, I throw on my shoes and take a walk around the block. If it's close to dinnertime, I start cooking. If it's too far away from dinnertime to actually cook, I at least set up my mise en place, because the simple task of organization and preparation helps me to relax and focus on a goal, rather than upon whatever frustration currently bothers me.

 

[Kestra]

I'm not just talking about normal, everyday stress relief either. I mean when you are so pissed off and/or depressed that you can hardly see straight and you have to calm down, and right quick, otherwise you will probably do or say something you might regret later (or that might get you permabanned). What are some good ways to relieve this kind of white-hot rage? Chopping wood? Primal scream therapy? Boxing? Taking a nap? Listen to or watch a really hilarious comedy? Take a picture of whoever has wronged you and use it as a dart board?

Let's just assume, for shits and giggles, that booze is not an option. Trust me, it's not.

I just want to mention that there's a normal range of emotions, and then there's something beyond that. If you have actual anger issues, you might want to try therapy and find out why you react so strongly to certain situations. At any rate, finding out how to deal with the stresses of everyday life is important and shouldn't be a constant struggle.

Meditation, exercise, and other things can help, but if you feel you're beyond that you may want to seek professional treatment.

 

[Shaytan]

1st solution : World of Warcraft, battle grounds
2nd solution : drink
Ideal solution : World of warcraft while drunk

 

[F. King Daniel]

Grand Theft Auto.


...the game, I mean

 

[Naira]

It sounds strange, but actually, I clean. Usually the dishes, if there are any that have stacked up. It focuses me and puts all the negative energy to a positive use. If I'm still mad when the dishes is done, it's clearing the counter or picking up trash or whatever until I've calmed down.

I don't think that's strange. I do that too (and so does my mother).

 

[auntiehill]

Being the big baby that I am, when I get REALLY upset (angry, sad, frustrated), I usually cry. I go off alone and I just bawl my head off.

Then, either a shower, or a long drive alone while listening to music, will calm me down--or at least helps me focus my thoughts.


I love a long, hot shower. When I'm writing and can't think, a shower helps me get back on track. When I'm had a stressful day at work, a long shower helps me "wash it away" so I can relax at home.

 

[RandyS]

I do the same thing I do to treat depression. I watch my Star Trek DVD's. It doesn't always help, but sometimes it does.

 

[LitmusDragon]

Drinking, but you said no drinking, so .... I'm also partial to the primal scream / rant. Best to do this in your car, which is relatively soundproof.

 

[Starbreaker]

I like to read a good "what if" thread.

 

[star]

Working out helps.

This is my first choice. Getting good and sweaty, listening to some good "I'm gonna kick your butt" music.

Next is to hop in the car and drive... no where, just around and talk out my feelings to the empty vehicle.

If neither of those is an option...

It's a toss up between meditation or watching something pee-my-pants funny.

 

[Guartho]

What do you do to calm down?

I sign-out for awhile.

 

[Mr. Laser Beam]

^ That usually works for me as well. It worked last night, I know that much. I'm still a bit bummed out but I have had to learn to just ignore threads that I don't like or that make me even more depressed than I already am.

 

[F. King Daniel]

^I'll bite: Who said what, where?

 

[Mr. Laser Beam]

^ I took care of it through PM. We worked it out. So I think I will keep it on the DL for now.

 

[Spot's Meow]

I clean. I organize, anything. I listen to angry music, I cry, I do a puzzle. Play video games. These are the things that are most helpful, though usually I don't get very angry. When someone here says something that really upsets me, I leave the site for a week or two.

 

[An Officer]

My first choice is to have it out with whoever is the cause of the upset, that usually makes me feel better. If this is not possible. I like to get an early night with a good book, it may take some time to concentrate, but I eventually get there.

 

[Paulcpick]

looks like im the oddball here, but when I really get out of sorts and need to re-focus myself, I take my SKS and see how quickly I can accurately fire off 50 rounds...
I would even recommend this to other people, target practice is a good way to silence your mind...
altho, I dont recommend doing this in a public place....

 

[Omega_Glory]

What are some good ways to relieve this kind of white-hot rage?

I like to go to the rifle range and punch holes in paper.

 

[Crusher Disciple]

What are some good ways to relieve this kind of white-hot rage?

I like to go to the rifle range and punch holes in paper.

Semi-automatic or revolver?