Wellbeing at work: How do you express and manage your anger better? – LINFO.re

Why do the French get angry at work?

The coronavirus health crisis and remote working have completely changed the world of work. Although these transformations have many advantages, they have reinforced the feeling of isolation among some workers, as well as the confusion between private life and professional life. This situation generates more than just stress and anxiety on a daily basis, and may sometimes cause the accumulation of negative emotions such as fatigue, tension, or even anger.
According to the survey I startedGallup Instituteissued on June 13 of this year, dated Anger rate at work Employees in France feel it 17%, or one point more than last year. For remote workers, this number reaches 21% while the European average is 14%.

Anger at work harms employee productivity and health

More than just a matter of well-being, Anger At work has negative consequences on productivity and the environment within society. Many studies have shown that if this dissatisfaction is left unmanaged, it leads to the accumulation of stress and other interpersonal conflicts that can significantly affect the overall performance of the team.
In some cases, poor Managing negative emotions It may involve costs related to dispute resolution or sick leave resulting from fatigue. Added to this is the loss of productivity, or even the complete cessation of production. On the labor side Anger Lack of control leads to deterioration of mental health, personal relationships and especially professional performance.

6 tips to manage your anger better at work

And so on, Anger control Work plays a vital role in the life of a company, both on the management side and on the employee side. To control this resentment, and most importantly of all be able to get rid of it, here are some actions to take.

– Be aware of the elements that lead to Anger. Recognizing and understanding emotions is essential before being able to manage them.

Express your feelings constructively instead of letting them build up. You will need to speak frankly with relevant colleagues or superiors, choosing your words carefully to avoid any conflict.

Take a step back instead of acting impulsively. when Anger rises, it is better to take a deep breath and take the time to think or evaluate the situation more objectively.

Control stress because it is often a source of tantrums. The ideal situation is to adopt techniques that help manage anger and maintain emotional balance: mediation, yoga, physical activity, etc.

Learn how to resolve conflicts constructively. This includes active listening and seeking mutually beneficial solutions and compromises. Sometimes call a mediator if necessary.

Conduct a self-assessment by looking at your behavior and how you respond to stress. Creating negative patterns and working on alternative methods helps in overcoming conflict situations.

when Anger It persists and significantly affects one's professional life, and the support of a psychologist or certified coach may be considered.
If the initiative to control anger at work must come first and foremost from the employee, then managers must also do what is necessary to treat it. By organizing anger management training and other personal development programs, employees will be able to improve their job satisfaction and, above all, accomplish their mission in a positive organizational climate.

sources: BFMTV, Internet Marketing

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