Anger is one of the strongest emotions felt by humans. When felt in small measures, anger can assist humans in defending themselves, speaking out against wrongs and even ventilating frustrations. However, out of control anger is an entirely destructive force. Hot-headed humans are capable of emotional, physical and even psychological damage that can linger for years. For this reason, we should understand anger but always remember it should never excuse damage done in its wake.
Some claim that being hot-headed is just a part of a persons persona and while I agree that some people are naturally more quick-tempered than others, it does not remove the responsibility from the person. Although an person may be boiling with anger, he still makes the choices in which he decides to channel his fury. Whether it be through breaking possessions, insulting others, abusing his family members, or committing acts of violence, none of these things can be justified by saying, "It's just how I am". Our emotions explain our behavior, not excuse them.
It must also be acknowledged that temper can be born out of more pressing situations than merely circumstance. Stress, trauma, abuse as a child, mental health, financial pressure or an unhealthy atmosphere can also play a major role in creating out-of-control tempers. Instead of simply punishing people once damage has been done, society must do more work in order to provide prevention and teach people emotional well-being. The truth is that many people have never been taught what to do with frustration, disappointment or conflict.
Perhaps today's greatest problem with anger is the level of acceptance the public has regarding its display. Social media, television and even news programs often portray aggression as being powerful. It is applauded to "snap back" or even humiliate another person publicly. As this happens, the value for emotional self-control and patience becomes ever less. The strength does not lie in being the loudest or the most intimidating, it lies in the strength of being able to manage one's emotions when you're about to erupt.
Society needs to promote emotional intelligence, beginning with children, as an answer to this problem. Schools should provide education in communication, anger management and conflict resolution, alongside academic subjects. Families should be places where people can communicate their feelings without the use of fear or violence. Counseling and therapy should be more readily available to those who have difficulty controlling anger, before any damage is done.
The problem should also be addressed through responsibility. Empathy does not mean forgiving hurtful actions and giving excuses; if you always excuse hurtful action by saying that a person has a "hot temper", then that action will never cease to be inflicted upon others. You can show compassion and responsibility together, by providing support so people can change, but also making them responsible for the pain they inflict.
As conclusion, having a hot temper should not be an excuse for violent behavior, but something to be approached with empathy as well as discipline through education in emotional intelligence and mental health awareness, as well as responsibility. Anger can be seen as a part of what makes us human, however self-control is what makes us mature.
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