Radio Headspace How to Let Go of Anger & Find Inner Peace
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Apr 8, 2025 Anger is a fleeting emotion, lasting only 90 seconds in our brains, yet our reactions can prolong it. Mindful techniques like journaling and naming emotions help manage this powerful feeling. Discover how self-awareness and compassion can transform anger into a path towards forgiveness. Personal stories illustrate the journey from holding onto anger to finding joy and fulfillment through mindfulness.
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Anger's Lifespan
- Anger only lasts about 90 seconds in the brain.
- It feels longer due to our resistance, avoidance, or fueling it, not the emotion itself.
Resisting Anger
- Resisting anger prolongs it, keeping it alive in mind and body.
- We can carry anger for extended periods, sometimes forgetting the cause.
Eve's Travel Frustration
- Eve shares a personal story of getting angry with her husband after a trip.
- Her anger stemmed from unmet expectations and jet lag, but his explanation revealed valid reasons.