How to use your body to soothe your mind.

Calm Practice

Wall Push

Oftentimes we need to express anger to complete our body’s response to stress. That’s okay! So find an unsuspecting wall, and push against it with all your might.

This is a great way to let your muscles use some energy and also imagine yourself setting a boundary, pushing away anything you do not want in your life.

Afterwards it might feel good to shake out your arms and legs then place one hand on your heart and one hand on your belly to connect with your breath and the message that the anger is trying to send you.

Other ways to release anger, include: pillow punches; throw a pillow down onto the ground repeatedly; scream into a pillow; clench your fists; shake your body; throw ice cubes at a brick wall or onto concrete; rip up paper; dance wildly around the room to music; wring out a towel with your hands.

Reference

Ballagh, R. (2024). Wall Push. 101 Ways to Find Calm: How to Use Your Body to Soothe Your Mind. P. 114-115.