[9급 국가직 영어 2011년 18번]

All you have to do is this: When you feel yourself getting angry, take a long, deep breath, and as you do, say the number one to yourself.

When I was growing up, my father used to count out loud to ten when he was angry with my sisters and me. ( A ) It was a strategy he used to cool down before deciding what to do next. ( B ) I've improved this strategy by incorporating the use of the breath. ( C ) Then, relax your entire body as you breathe out. ( D ) What you are doing here is clearing your mind with a mini version of a meditation exercise. The combination of counting and breathing is so relaxing that it's almost impossible to remain angry once you are finished.