Today the whole world is anger. But why are we so angry? Some of the most common causes of anger can be feelings of hurt, frustration, harassment or persecution, disappointment and perceived threats. But the source of all these feelings is based upon unfulfilled expectations, and if you can let go of your expectations, you will be able to let go of your anger.
There are basically two ways of experiencing anger. You can either feel angry with yourself or you can have anger that is directed at someone else or some object. Managing anger is all about dealing with it at a comfortable pace, in a way that helps to resolve the situation, and that doesn't create worse problems. The human thought process is incredibly fast, so it is possible to think through the following stages in a matter of seconds. So before you speak or do anything else —
— Recognise and admit your feelings of anger to yourself.
— Identity the target and cause of your anger.
— Consider multiple options for a situation, with their possible end results.
— Choose the best option and follow it.
Rajyoga can be of great help for people coping with anger. It provides us a way to train our mind and allows it to settle into a state of calmness and clarity. Numerous scientific researches over the years have indicated that regular practice of meditation can result in significant changes in the way we conduct our lives. They also reveal that the human brain is not as hardwired as scientific had previously assumed; we actually have more control over our emotions and thoughts than scientific studies of the past believed. Thus, the practice of meditation allows us to turn inward to stillness and silence instead of being pushed and pulled in all directions by our reactions. So, be angry if it helps you, but while realising that it squeezes all your energy.
All The Best!
Rajyogi Brahmakumar Nikunj ji, the author can be contacted through nikunjji@brahmakumaris.in, www.brahmakumaris.com.
