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Controlling Anger
Difficulty:Challenging
Just a habit change
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "The strong man is not the one who can wrestle, but the strong man is the one who controls himself at the time of anger."
Source: Sahih Bukhari 6116
The Science
Anger management research in clinical psychology shows that cognitive reappraisal (reframing the situation) is the most effective strategy for controlling anger. Neuroscience studies demonstrate that the pause between stimulus and response activates the prefrontal cortex, overriding the amygdala's fight-or-flight response.
How to Practice
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When angry, say "A'udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajeem"
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If standing, sit down. If sitting, lie down
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Perform wudu — water cools the body and mind
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Stay silent until the anger passes
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Remind yourself of the Prophet's ﷺ advice and the reward for restraint
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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