Does Everyone Have a Temper?
The Bottom Line. Having a Temper from Time to Time Is a Normal Part of Being Human. When Anger Comes on at the Drop of a Pin, Though, It Can Cause Chaos in...
The bottom line. Having a temper from time to time is a normal part of being human. When anger comes on at the drop of a pin, though, it can cause chaos in your relationships, health, and overall well-being.
Is having a bad temper genetic?
Scientists estimate that 20 to 60 percent of temperament is determined by genetics. Temperament, however, does not have a clear pattern of inheritance and there are not specific genes that confer specific temperamental traits.How do I not have a temper?
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- Think before you speak. In the heat of the moment, it's easy to say something you'll later regret. ...
- Once you're calm, express your concerns. ...
- Get some exercise. ...
- Take a timeout. ...
- Identify possible solutions. ...
- Stick with 'I' statements. ...
- Don't hold a grudge. ...
- Use humor to release tension.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
