Managing anger successfully can make the difference between misery or happiness. Some experts say that the most critical issue in the success or failure of a marriage may be the way a couple copes with their anger toward each other. As much as we like horses, few of us would be willing to ride one without a bridle. Using a bridle doesn't deny that the horse exists, nor does it mean that the horse is a bad animal. Quite the contrary.
Anger is like an unbridled horse.
The consequences of uncontrolled anger aren't the ones we really want. Here are some suggestions for bridling anger. A useful approach is the AREA approach. AREA is an acronym to help people remember a better way to resolve anger. It's important to admit to yourself and others that you are feeling angry.