You’re furious. Which one leaves you less angry?
· Source: Bushman, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 2002
You're furious. Which one leaves you less angry? A: hit a pillow and let it all out. B: do nothing at all for a few minutes. Pick one. It's B. In 2002, angry people hit a punching bag while thinking about the person who made them angry. They ended up angrier and more aggressive than people who simply did nothing for a few minutes. So next time, name the feeling, and wait before you decide.