I Need To Let My Stress Out

I'm the type of person who tries his best to calm down when something negative has happened.
So, I do all sorts of exercises to try and relieve my stress.
Breathing techniques, thinking about other things, etc.

However, doing so only hides my anger and stores it away someplace.
Every time I get stressed out again, I start to remember all the bad things that have happened in the past that I just let go.

I can't hold it anymore; this bubble is bound to burst someday and when it does, somebody's going to get seriously hurt.

Can you guys recommend any ways to let my anger out?
Not bury it deep inside me.
I really need to let it out.

 

Just like me, except I don't exercise to take some anger out.

But specifically what made you angry? Is it something people do? If so, you could talk it out with them. Let them know where they went wrong, if they didn't realize.

Yeah, I know what you mean about someone's going to get seriously hurt. But whenever you get angry, and feel like hurting someone to take the anger away, what I do is think about the consequences. Is it really something I'd want to do to another individual? Whether family or friends. Do they deserve it for the wrong they did you? They most likely did it unintentionally, or didn't think it would p**s (Dunno if I can say it) you off. At first, while still angry, it would be hard to hold back and just think about it. But once you've cooled off, think about it again, and you'll realize that it was a smart thing you didn't hurt anyone.

But if it is something where you fail to do something correctly, or say fail a test (I consider this as "something negative"). I'm not sure how to help you take the stress away. As it could be partially your fault.

Could you give us a little more detail on what is stressing you out? If you do not wish to post it, feel free to PM me

 

May I suggest you give writing a try?

I have found writing to be one of the most relaxing, stress-relieving outlets I have yet to find. Sometimes, when I am just boiling mad and feel like I am about to hit somebody or something, or start breaking shit, I will calmly walk downstairs to my desk and open one of my books and begin to write. It doesn't even have to be 'poetic' or 'artsy', when you are angry and you need to vent, just WRITE. Write about how you are feeling, bitch about the people/things that made you feel that way, discuss solutions to the problem or ways that you could avoid getting yourself in the same situation in the future.

Some people (especially alot of guys), regard writing as more of a girly, sissy thing. But the thing with writing is that it is completely personal. Nobody even has to know that you keep a book/journal, or that you are writing about your "feelings" or whatever it is you may be worried about. Writing is FOR YOU, and YOU ONLY. It allows you to just vent and get everything off your chest in a controlled setting, and it really does make you feel loads better.

Who knows, you may even come to really enjoy writing and start to explore a more creative avenue with it down the road For now, I would just recommend that you give it a shot next time you are feeling like you are going to explode. Let the feelings out, stop holding them in to yourself. You will feel 100x better my friend. Good luck!

 

Sounds like a good idea man.
It usually helps to talk to someone about it, but I like to keep it to myself.
Thanks a lot, I'll try it the next time I get seriously pissed off.

 

I've done this many times; you find an area where no one is around and just scream "ARGHHHH" at the skies at the top of your lungs until your voice gives out. It helps all the rage/stress in the world, you feel so much better afterwards; if you feel a ton of emotions after the scream, it is completely normal just let them come through and surface up and they will dissipate.

If you feel still stress, then repeat until you feel better.

 

That's a great idea man. I know just the spot
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll be sure to use it

 

Talking to somebody helps alot, but I am also one of those people who likes to keep their feelings to themselves.

This is why writing can be such a great outlet. Its not like you are writing to please somebody else, or writing an essay to be marked. Nobody is ever going to read what you write except YOU. It is a completely personal experience, and helps alot of people get through the stress of daily life without exploding.

Give it a shot sometime! I hope it works for you

 

I go for a jog when im pissed or in a shitty mood, head phones in and going for a jog clears the mind.

 

Hey bro why are you so mad? What's causing you to feel this way? Maybe you can try tackling the source of your anger.

Also, when you are very emotional, you can trying jogging or participate in a form of sport. Sport activities are a really good way to release whatever's in you. And never ever think of hurting anyone else or the people around you! You will definitely regret it.

Remember, stay composed and chill!

 

There's a couple of ways you could let it out.

1. Buy a punching bag and let loose on that when you're angry.

2. Try screaming into a pillow as it will make the noise silent and may help.

 

This is really inspirational for a teenager like me I need to ventilate the emotional swings, also writing frequently can help you're grammar! ^_^

 

Try going for a long workout at the gym, it is bound to relieve some anger and tire you out.

 

I know this thread isn't about me but I just wanted to thank you for posting this. I just spent the last 30-40 minutes writing about 3 pages single spaced about what I'm going through. Felt so good. I'll be sure to do it again. Thanks.