It’s one of those days. The customer standing in front of you at the coffee shop can’t seem to make up their mind, causing you to be late to work. And, in the rush to get out the door, you spill that hard-won latte. Then, as you head into the office, your supervisor ambushes you with a request to look over the report you’ve revised three times. It’s only 9 A.M., and it already feels like everyone is testing your patience. You’re frustrated, irritated, exhausted, and perhaps, even angry.
There’s no avoiding it: anger is one of our core emotions. However, it requires a thoughtful and intentional response. When we don’t have safe ways to express our frustration, we can engage in destructive behaviors like yelling, swearing, or maybe even throwing things. (Clearly, not ideal.) Fortunately, there are ways to deal with these emotions that draw on activities you’re already doing. Welcome to the “rage run.”
What Is a Rage Run?
It functions as it sounds: a high-intensity run designed to release anger and frustration. You can run a few miles until you feel less angry or simply go faster than your usual speed…
