I have very rapid mood swings, what's the best way to manage them so no one gets hurt?

I am learning that if I slow down I can change my thoughts, which in turn can change my feelings. Learning to become aware that there is a space between our feelings and our reactions has been really empowering for me. It is tricky at first because the normal old emotional reactions still came into play but the more I practice the more I have control over how my moods affect the people around me. Be aware and non judgmental about what you're feeling, mindfulness exercises can help with this. Also know that your emotions cannot control you or your behavior, you can accept what you're feeling but decide how you will act, the fact that you want to work to control your emotions and avoid hurting others is a great first step.

The best way to go about managing your rapid mood swings is to recognize when your mood has shifted and adjust yourself appropriately. For example, when you feel anger coming on, you can excuse yourself from the room and take a walk outside. That way, you can still feel the emotion but are removing yourself from your loved ones so that they do not get hurt. During a mood swing, it's sometimes hard to restrain yourself from saying hurtful words to people you care about. While recognizing the mood swing is occurring is helpful, the best course of action is to step away.

Personally I think the best thing to do is keep your friends and family in the loop! Let them be aware of your rapid mood swings and how they make you feel and what type of toll it takes on you mentally and physically. If you feel a possibly destructive or explosive mood swing coming on, let them know as soon as possible! Maybe you will find that they will support you in ways you didn't think they would. Be proud of yourself that you are able to identify when your mood swings could potentially be an issue to those you love, and that you are thinking of their feelings, as well as your own!

Focus on the reasons behind your mood swings and also the emotions that are associated with your mood swings. Maybe you notice a feeling/emotion before you have a mood swing, try to think about both sides. What would happen if I have a mood swing? Will this be a positive or negative experience for myself and others? Maybe trying some sort of relaxation techniques to help you remain calm and manage your mood swings. Also explaining to others why you have mood swings, what could be the triggers to your mood swings and understanding how your mood swings make others feel.

The best way, in my opinion, is to take a few deep breaths. How are you feeling? Why is that? What caused your mood to change? If you're feeling a negative emotion like anger or frustration, try telling someone how you're feeling. If you're in a rather violent mood, it might be best for you to go to a private place (ex. your bedroom) and sort of 'cool off' (maybe vent to your stuffed animal, punch a pillow, write in a diary, etc. it might sound cheesy, but it can work!) until you're sure you've taken full control over your emotions and you feel safe to go interact with people again without fear of hurting them. Address your situation with other people. "Sorry, I was feeling angry about ____ just then, but I'm OK now." "I was just feeling a bit frustrated over ____."

It's better to stay away from the people we love during mood swings. The best way is to distract the mind by watching something funny, listening to favorite music, reading some book, cooking, etc. by keeping in mind to care about ourselves. Try to avoid long conversations, specifically arguments because during mood swings it can be very hurtful to someone else. During this kind of situation taking a step back is always preferred. Still, if someone gets hurt, reaching them, and saying sorry will be helpful. We all do mistakes. The one who accepts, learn, and move on, is the happiest.

in my opinion, consequence. Understand the consequence and soon it will curb your mood swings. Eg, you're in a group dinner with your partner, someone said something that tick you of. You're ready to explode. But at that moment, HOLD UP. look around and see who's around you, you have a bunch of "unfriendly" peers that you're certainly ready to throw your glasses at, but hey, you've got your partner/girlfriend/wife there too. You can certainly do maximum harm to the person who's causing you the mood swing or the situation that immediately relieves your moodswing, but as an adult always remember. As John Wick says: "Consequence."

I can relate to this because I have been having rapid mood swings too recently. For me, what I do is whenever I dont feel social and feel moody, I isolate myself from the world and do things that I like. For example I love to go on pintrest when I feel stressed or sad, so I take time off to calm myself down by going on Pinterest. Similiarly I would say, do the things you love and isolate yourself from others because self care is really important.

The best way to manage them is to distant yourself from people for a while. Go to an empty room, sit down on your bed and listen to music. Go to where you are most comfortable, and try to collect your thoughts there. Rapid mood swings ca be harmless at most times, if not a bit jarring, but to other people, it might be seen as dangerous and something that's bound to get someone hurt. If you know you are in a particularly explosive mood, excuse yourselves to chill out for a while. You can also use a coping method--very cliche, I know, but it works! Try counting to ten slowly, or reciting the titles of all your favorite books and movies. I hope this helps!!

Firstly, identify what behaviour of yours is risking someone’s safety. Then, focus on what’s causing that behaviour, and now, alter the way you think, and break that habit of behaviour, to form a better pattern of behaviour. That’s the long term. Short term: when you’re in a situation where you’re worried your behaviour may hurt someone, then leave the situation in any way you can. Let the person know, if you think they need to, that you need some time to cool off. Proceed by walking away and cooling off. If not I’m a position to do that, let the person know how you’re feeling so they can decide what to do with it. In the moment if you need to calm down quickly, breath in for 4, hold for 7, and exhale for 8 seconds. Continue until you’ve calmed down, and proceed.