Venting anger

It is a common believe that expressions of anger will decrease anger. For example hitting a pillow or a punching bag, or letting out a powerful scream. In reality this will only increase your anger.https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ulterior-motives/200909/you-cant-punch-your-way-out-anger
Simple quiet sitting is a better way to calm down.
== Misconceptees ==
A lot of our language reflects this misconception. Metaphors such as blowing up after the pressure builds up, letting out a burst of anger or calming down by letting off a little steam all suggest that anger goes away due to its expression. 
Many products are marketed as stress relief toys, using them wouldn't decrease your stress, an example are dammit dolls.
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