Self Control

Why can't people control themselves, their emotions, and their actions? I'm not sure and not one to be preaching because it is a known fact, when life gets rough, I cry :'-(. If someone yells at me, I cry. If something is sad, I cry. If something is happy, I cry. Yes, I need to work on that. Toughen up woman!

I am mostly talking about controlling anger and actions (male & female). Why do people get aggressive and what to argue or get in a fist fight? If someone accidentally bumps into you, does that mean punch them in the face? If someone says something to you that you misunderstand, does that mean you start yelling at them? Even if you are alone and upset, does that mean you can throw a temper tantrum screaming and yelling? Yes, you have a right to be angry. However, anger is no excuse to verbally or physically abuse others (by the way, anger comes from fear). You also have the right to choose how to express our feelings. But please try to find a constructive way to express your feelings.

Oh and one more thing, just because alcohol is involved, this isn't an excuse to say it is ok to do these things. It makes you look bad and makes the people around you uncomfortable. In fact, you need to practice even more self control while you are intoxicated.

Don't worry, self control can be developed and strengthened. You need to be aware of your problem area and take action when things start to get out of control. Think of the good and don't dwell on the bad.

If it were me, I'd blow it off, and have a beer, it's really not that big a deal. Cheers!