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How to be Angry Better

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Understanding Anger: The Mind-Body Connection

This chapter explores the physiological aspects of anger, particularly focusing on how the vagus nerve and the nervous system respond to emotional distress. It emphasizes the spectrum of anger from mild irritation to intense rage and discusses the evolutionary purposes behind our anger responses. Mindful movement practices, such as yoga, are presented as effective tools for harmonizing the brain and body, aiding in the management of anger and emotional triggers.

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