Kapanlagi.com - Usually, when faced with an emotional situation, someone will advise to stay calm. The advice aims to prevent the problem from getting worse. So, what does keeping a cool head actually mean?
Keeping a cool head means being calm and patient. Someone who keeps a cool head has the ability to control their emotions and remain calm. The ability to stay calm like that is actually important for everyone.
Therefore, you also need to learn how to stay calm when facing problems. If you are interested in learning, please read the information about the meaning of keeping a cool head and how to stay calm in facing problems below.
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1. Meaning of Keeping Cool
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Keeping cool is a term often used to calm someone down. According to the Great Dictionary of the Indonesian Language (KBBI), the meaning of keeping cool is calm and patient. It is understandable that this word is often used as an advice for someone who is feeling emotional.
It can be said that the meaning of keeping cool is a metaphor or analogy to describe the condition of a calm person. You can say it when you see a friend or relative who is overwhelmed with emotions and confused in making decisions.
By doing so, that person will be able to make better decisions. If emotions are still in control, the decisions made are usually without careful consideration and have the potential to bring regret in the future.
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2. How to Become a Patient and Calm Person
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After understanding the meaning of keeping calm, of course you also want to know how to become a calm person.
- Relaxation
Taking deep breaths can be one of the simplest forms of relaxation to do. It's not easy to face situations that make you emotional, but you also need skills to control it. When you feel too emotional, take a deep breath and exhale slowly. Do this three to four times. Take a break and do it until you feel calm.
- Do Everything Slowly
The world is moving faster. However, you don't have to increase the pace. Although speed is sometimes advantageous, working slowly can also be beneficial. You can start your activities slowly every day as an effort to prepare energy to face the day.
- Seeing problems from different perspectives
The ability to see problems from different perspectives will make it easier for you to find solutions. With this ability, you will become a calmer person in dealing with problems.
- Accepting discomfort openly
Emotions usually arise because you refuse the discomfort that exists. Instead of being controlled by emotions for too long, it doesn't hurt to try accepting discomfort openly.
- Digging deeper into the situation
The way to dig deeper into the situation can be done by asking yourself some questions. The questions can be about the causes, effects, and solutions related to the problem you are facing. This can also make you able to think clearly.
- Redirecting feelings of frustration
Being immersed in a problem is not a good thing. It has the potential to make you frustrated. Well, instead of succumbing to those feelings, it's better for you to try redirecting your attention to other things that you need to do.
- Getting enough sleep
Sleep is one of the healthy lifestyle patterns that you need to pay attention to. People who lack sleep tend to be more easily angry and tense. Therefore, make sure you have enough sleep as it also affects mental health.
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3. Other Figurative Meaning
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There are various idioms in the Indonesian language. In addition to the meaning of 'kepala dingin' (cool-headed), you also need to know several other idiomatic meanings in the following explanation.
- Rendah hati: humble.
- Kepala batu: unwilling to follow advice; stubborn; hard-headed.
- Besar kepala: 1. difficult to advise; stubborn; obstinate, 2. arrogant.
- Tinggi hati: arrogant.
- Ringan tangan: 1. willing to help; quick to do something, 2. prone to violence.
- Buah tangan: gift.
- Banting tulang: work hard.
- Lintah darat: loan shark.
- Kutu buku: bookworm; someone who loves reading or is diligent in reading.
- Cuci mata: seeking pleasure or looking at something beautiful.
- Bunga desa: the most beautiful woman.
- Naik daun: someone who is currently popular or famous.
- Bermuka tebal: shameless.
- Tutup usia: pass away.
- Anak emas: favorite child; most loved.
- Patah hati: someone who is heartbroken or hurt because of love.
- Angkat kaki: go away.
- Meja hijau: court.
- Lepas tangan: indifferent or irresponsible.
- Bunga tidur: dream.
- Panjang akal: smart or clever.
- Unjuk gigi: show off one's abilities or show strength.
- Darah daging: one's own flesh and blood.
- Kebakaran jenggot: angry or filled with emotions.
- Panjang tangan: a thief or someone who likes to steal.
That's the explanation of the meaning of 'kepala dingin' and several other idioms in the Indonesian language. In addition, there are also ways to become a calmer person when forced to deal with things that trigger emotions.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.