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As a mediator, it can do a great deal of
help to the whole if the group breaks down into sections and directly
relates to their anger management problems. This should start with anger
management activities that are centered on the individuals that need it
the most. Activities should be directly controlled by the mediator to
insure that nothing gets out of hand.
An example of an anger management activity that can be beneficial is
that of the group session:
· Six to eight people are in the group. The moderator (or someone in the
group) will ask the questions:
- Is anyone angry at anyone in the group?
- Is anyone angry with anyone in other areas of their lives?
- Is anyone carrying a grudge that they need to get out?
· The person that has a problem will say, "I have a problem and would
like to share my feelings about it." The person who the problem is
directed at should agree to allow them to present their feelings without
interrupting them.
· The individual with the problem presents his or her feelings. The
person they are directed at (or the group) then talks about how they see
the situation and they work to resolve the problem.
· The goal is to come to a conclusion about the anger and to resolve it.
Not to quiet it, forget about it or to continue with the angry feelings.
· Grudges should be talked about and the person holding it should tell
the person just what they can do for you to let go of that grudge.
Again, working with it until it is resolved is the best way to go.
This anger management activity is just one thing that can be done.
Often, anger management counseling should be done to help the individual
to go through the problems as well. When the group is working on the
anger management activities, it not only gets rid of the anger and
frustration that is there but additionally it helps to keep the group
together making them stronger.
Anger management activities are ideally present in all workforces. There
are going to be problems when people work together. While problems often
arise, there is no reason why they can not be addressed in a group and
through anger management counseling. The whole is better for it.
by :
Sandy Sizemore
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