How to Manage Your Anger at Work

We are all a little upset these days. The level of stress and fear you experience every day depletes your emotional resources, making you more likely to get angry even at small provocations. We are often told that anger is harmful, irrational, and should be suppressed, but there are ways to channel it. Research shows that getting mad can spark creativity, motivate you to advocate for yourself, and help you perform better in competitive circumstances. The authors offer six ways to use anger in a positive way, including acknowledging that a violation took place, identifying the specific needs behind your emotion, and avoiding excessive venting.

Tensions are high after two years of dealing with a global epidemic. We heard from readers who told us that they had lost their cool over a number of small things: inconsistent internet, an email from their boss, and so on.