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Left unchecked, our thoughts will fuel and propel our emotions to the point that we become susceptible to reactivity or angry intention.
\\nSometimes, of course, anger is appropriate and effective.
\\nBut many times it\\u2019s not.
\\nAnd this is what regulation is all about.
\\nWhen we are regulated, we are in control of whether we let our anger blossom or not, depending on our own assessment of the given situation.
\\nThe key to regulation - that is, the very source of regulation - is awareness.
\\nOnly when we are aware of the building momentum between our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations can we have any hope of properly regulating the whole process for the benefit of ourselves and those around us.
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