How to Keep From Lashing Out , When You're Depressed.<br />Experts say those who feel depressed or anxious may be more likely to lash out in anger, CNN reports. .<br />Though it's difficult to quell pain from morphing into anger, here are a few ways <br />to respond better in trying moments.<br />Self-Compassion.<br />Kindhearted humans are prone to feeling ashamed about hurting the ones they love.<br />To better understand yourself as you embark on behavioral changes, ask yourself how your anger has affected the people in your life.<br />Also, check in with yourself. How do you feel after losing your cool? Are these behaviors consistent with who you want to be?.<br />Identify Triggers.<br />Take inventory if you lash out. Do you feel more prone to anger at the end of the day? Maybe when you're tired or hungry?.<br />If you feel trapped when discussing such topics at home with your partner, try taking <br />a walk and having that conversation.<br />Experts say anger is often a secondary emotion that may hide primary ones.<br />Avoid lashing out. Instead, try identifying <br />if anxiety, regret, pain or depression <br />are at the root of your rage.<br />Fight Your Urge .<br />Experts say physically kicking or smashing something will neither lower your anger nor decrease the likelihood of lashing out.<br />Instead, gentle and kind behavior <br />may be the way to quiet your rage.<br />Recognize what feels natural when you're angry, and then do the opposite
