What's the best way to cope with being irritable/easily annoyed?

For a temporary solution, you can always seek something that will ease your mind and distract you, something you enjoy doing, whether it is playing a game, taking a walk, etc. You could even try other relaxation techniques such as meditation if you think it would suit you. But perhaps it would be an even better idea to deal with that anger at its source, and think about what makes you angry, why it makes you feel that way, and what you can do yourself to deal with it.

We become irritable/annoyed for many reasons - hunger, exhaustion, etc. For me, the same physiological symptoms seen with irritability are often seen in anxiety (e.g. increased heart rate, sweating, feeling tense, etc.) and irritability can be combated in the same way. Try some deep breathing exercises along with mindfulness. Also, when you encounter an irritating person/situation, try to think about it/them from a different perspective that may help you quell your irritation. For example, if someone is late to an appointment, this can be very annoying, especially if you've made special provisions to be there on time. It can be easy to get mad! Perhaps consider that person's own difficulties that day - maybe they felt sick, or their cat threw up on the floor - anything could have happened! I hope this helps you find some peace with your irritability!

when you are really getting irritated with someone or something, you can walk away, try and divert your mind to something else, or just do something that would make you smile... my sister knows i hate when people think that when shouting it becomes the best way to prove a point, so she always does that to annoy me, or maybe change the tv station when i was watching a program , instead of making her satisfied, i start enjoying her show, even if its boring, or sometimes just walk out of the room.. they say make best of what you got? i always have time to do assignment if she does that.

Don't judge. Think before you act/speak. Try to be forgiving. Don't mind small things. Laugh aloud. Live peacefully.

Take time for yourself and breathe. work out what it is that is annoying you and take yourself away from it.

This happens to me an awful lot. I found either breathing exercises or removing myself from the situation is the most effective technique.

Take a walk. Breathe in fresh air and try to take some space away from people while you calm down so that you do not lash out, causing further trouble and possible disaster. This doesn't mean that you should isolate yourself for elongated periods of time but rather you should take some time for yourself and your problems. When you're alone, try to write (or speak aloud to yourself, if that helps you) about your feelings and frustrations so that you can pinpoint what is the cause of your stress and annoyance. After successfully identifying that, attempt to reason solutions or talk to others, whether they be friends of listeners on 7CupsofTea. If you're having trouble concentrating on what's causing you irritation and annoyance, talking with another person can likewise help you calm down or pinpoint the problem. Good luck! :)

Hello, seems like you're looking for ways to manage your anger. Smile can change your mood instantly. Whenever you're annoyed or irritated, just smile and nod. :)

Listen to some calm music, watch some funy cat videos, have a nap, eat chocolate. It all depends of the person...

What I have found when dealing with being irritable/easily annoyed is to look at what triggers it and see if I can find a solution to change it so the next time I don't have those triggers come back. You can also write down those things that trigger your irritability/annoyed symptoms and how you can respond to them in a positive way.