The Meditation Method: Keeping Your Temper in Check

Ever lost control of your temper and later regretted it? Ever wish you had better command over your emotions, especially during tense moments? Join us on this enlightening journey as we delve into the interplay between daily meditation and emotional regulation. We lift the lid on the complex realm of emotions and temper, shedding light on how even the most rational adults, like children, can sometimes be swallowed by anger and frustration. 

Discover how the transformative practice of meditation can help you maintain a calm demeanour in the midst of emotional storms. Yes, it's not just about inner peace; it can have profound health benefits too – from lowering high blood pressure to improving circulation. We also share beginner-friendly tips to kick-start your meditation routine. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to better control their emotions, avoid regrettable reactions, and lead a more balanced, fulfilling life. So, are you ready to harness the power of meditation and gain control over your emotions? Tune in!

Transcript

Speaker 1: 0:00

A daily meditation practice can help you control your emotions and your temper. Children aren't the only people that throw temper tantrums. Otherwise, rational and sensible adults will sometimes lose control of their emotions. They act out in anger and frustration. They don't have control of their temper and things can escalate quickly in a bad way. Speaking of temper, what does it mean? Check online dictionaries and you're likely to come up with some variation of the following definition temper noun A person's state of mind seen in terms of their being angry or calm. While your temper or emotional state of being can voice itself in a number of ways, we usually think of it in negative terms. We talk of people losing control of their temper or throwing a temper tantrum. This refers to someone usually funneling all their energy into a single emotion, like anger. That can lead to regrettable behavior that makes the situation worse long before it has a chance to get better. If you'd like to enjoy fewer emotional outbursts and more control of your temper, try meditating.

Speaker 1: 1:03

The life-changing and life-saving benefits of meditation. A regular meditation practice can lower high blood pressure and improve circulation. It promotes feelings of well-being while relieving stress and lowering your heart rate. It's been used as a treatment for anxiety and can help you establish emotional control and balance when you need it. Simple meditation tips for beginners. Any time you have just a couple of minutes, you can benefit from this powerful health booster.

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Just find a calm, quiet, distraction-free environment. Get into a comfortable sitting or lying position, close your eyes and clear your thoughts. At first it might be difficult to think about nothing at all. The more you work at this, the better you'll get. When some nagging thought tries to interrupt you, just push it away and deal with it later. Recognize your breathing. Don't force your breathing in any way. Just accept it and note the process. Then take a few long and deep breaths, exhale naturally. Let the process happen. Notice the movement of your body as you breathe. Just exist in the current moment. While that might seem pretty simple, it's a powerful practice. Do it a couple of times a day, if you can. The more you meditate, the more you'll find emotional control when you need it. This can keep you from losing your temper. It also delivers the substantial health benefits we mentioned earlier.