The national crisis in health coverage is hitting small business owners especially hard. About 24 million small-business employees and their families are uninsured, according to a study by Kaiser Family Foundation.

After you leave your employer you may elect to continue to receive coverage in employer's group plan at your expense for up to 18 months. The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) is a federal law that requires employers to allow departing workers to buy health insurance through employer's group plan.

As we all know, sometimes language breaks down, and communication grinds to a halt. This can leave owner feeling irritable, angry, frustrated... and with a desire to vent to his/her employees or staff.

While there may be instances that such sharing would be appropriate or helpful, there are many instances where this is not case, and venting anyway may result in a significant loss of credibility and respect from key employees and contacts.

So, what are some effective ways to manage emotions in work place environment?

1.Good self-care is best medicine. An employer who tends to his/her own physical, emotional and mental needs, regularly, is going to be more adept at managing negative or hostile emotions at work. Start with adequate sleep, good nutrition, and regular exercise.

2.Know what anger and frustration feels like to you - both in your head and in your body. Sometimes, we can get really “cut off” from our feelings and act rashly without knowing why. Spend some time knowing what anger feels like to you, and where you notice it in your body.

3.Take a 10 minute walk. When you desire to “vent”, excuse yourself from office and take a brisk 10 minute walk around parking lot or neighborhood. This will clear your mind and may save you from losing your temper.

4.Vent to a mentor, coach, or trusted colleague. The act of sharing your frustration and fears will calm you down. These people can support you and help you move forward.