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Pause and cool down
STOP, step away and let the heat pass
- 2 to 5 min
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Similar: Cool reset
Let the heat pass first
Feeling angry is human. The aim here is not to push it away, but to give yourself a pause between the feeling and what you do next. It takes about three to five minutes.
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About this tool
Anger is a normal feeling. What we do with it matters. This short routine may help you pause, let the heat pass, and then choose how to respond. Nothing here asks you to vent or let it out. Many people find that cooling down first works better.
Pick this one if you are angry and need to stop before you react.