بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ

To manage and overcome anger, consider the following steps, drawing from Islamic teachings and practical advice:

Turn to Allah (SWT)
– Seek Guidance: Always turn to Allah (SWT) for help and guidance. Remember that true peace and control come from Him.

Dua
– Regular Supplication: Regularly ask Allah (SWT) to help you control your anger. A simple yet powerful dua is:
“`
Allahumma inni as’aluka sabran jamilan
(O Allah, I ask You for beautiful patience)
“`

Wisdom from Imam Ali (AS)
– Reflection: Reflect on the wisdom from Imam Ali (AS):
> “Patience is of two kinds: patience over what pains you, and patience against what you covet.”
(Nahjul Balagha, Saying 47)
This can help you manage your anger by understanding the importance of patience in difficult situations.

Example of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and Ahlul Bayt (AS)
– Role Models: Remember the patience and composure demonstrated by the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the Ahlul Bayt (AS). They remained calm in challenging situations, providing a perfect example to follow.

Perform Wudu
– Calming Effect: Making wudu (ablution) can have a calming effect on your mind and body, helping to control anger.

Change Your Environment
-Move Away: If you start feeling angry, try changing your surroundings. Sometimes, a different environment can help cool down your emotions.

Seek Refuge in Allah
– Protection from Shaytan: When anger arises, say:
“`
A’udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajim
(I seek refuge with Allah from the accursed devil)
“`

Quranic Advice
– Speak Kindly: The Quran advises us:
> “And speak to people good [words]” (2:83).
Speaking kindly can help reduce and control anger.

Hadiths :

– Mindful Speech: The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said:
> “Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak good or remain silent.”
(Bihar Al-Anwar Volume 74, Chapter 4, Hadith No. 107)

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) narrated:

“Anger spoils faith just as aloes spoil honey.” (Ghurar al-Hikam, Hadith No. 8561)

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) said:
“Anger begins with madness and ends with regret.” (Ghurar al-Hikam, Hadith No. 2855)

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) said:
“Anger is a fire kindled, he who restrains anger extinguishes the fire, he who gives vent to it is the first to be consumed by it.” (Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 73, Hadith No. 91)Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) said:
“Do not allow your hearts to be places of anger, but make them containers of mercy, in the same way that a honeycomb is full of honey.” (Ghurar al-Hikam, Hadith No. 10444)

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) said:
“He who is not angry when he has the right to be so, sins; and he who is angry without the right, is mad.” (Ghurar al-Hikam, Hadith No. 2856)

Regular Prayer (Namaz)
– Instill Tranquility: Performing your daily prayers helps instill tranquility and patience, reducing feelings of anger.

Recite the Quran
– Find Peace: Reciting the Quran regularly brings peace to your heart and mind, helping to control anger.

Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah)
– Focus on Allah: Engaging in regular dhikr keeps your heart and mind focused on Allah, steering you away from anger.

Implementing these steps can help you manage and overcome anger, leading to a more peaceful and composed life.

~Jazakallah