It is normal to feel stressed and ready to snap at someone but losing your cool won't fix anything and the way you handle such situations could make or break the sale. Check out these 05 tips to calm down when you're about to lose your cool.

Everyone loses it sometimes - perhaps the kids aren't listening or your father is bossy, your co-worker didn't inform you that they were taking a week off so you had to cover for them, your boss yelled at you for being late or your best friend gossiped about you to your girlfriend. It is normal to feel stressed and ready to snap at someone but losing your cool won't fix anything and the way you handle such situations could make or break the sale.

1-Ground yourself:

Using all five senses to centre is one of the most effective strategies to restore inner peace. Begin this technique by sitting comfortably on a chair and taking 2-3 deep breaths. Observe your environment and engage your five senses.

Five things can be seen; four can be felt; three can be heard; two can be smelled; and one can be tasted.

2-Meditation:

Meditation is a good way to learn to depersonalise thoughts and detach from the source of anger. Observing thoughts objectively, deciphering what they are trying to tell us, and recognising the underlying emotion develops mindfulness. One can also practise "guided meditation" on the internet.

3-Self-validation of your feelings:

When people feel misunderstood, they yell. Validate your own feelings and views, even if no one else does. Replace stressful thoughts with more realistic ones, such as, "This moment is difficult, but I'll get through it." Tell yourself why those notions are false and be your own cheerleader.

4-Muscle relaxation:

When you are on the verge of losing your cool, your body is holding on to a lot of energy. Physical activity is an efficient and healthy way to expend excess energy. Perform some jumping jacks, stretch, take a brief walk around the block, swim, or play your favourite sport, etc. Physically releasing tension helps avert emotional explosions in the present. Endorphins and other stress-relieving hormones are released during exercise, which enhances mood.

5-Laugh

Maintain a list of TV shows, comedy specials, and other resources that you may turn to when you need a good chuckle to lift your spirits. It can be an emotionally transformative event.