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How To Deal With Angry People: A Survival Guide - by Tony FioreFour Ways to Deal with a Passive-aggressive Person - by Tony Fiore- Listen to Your Anger and Use It Effectively - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Laura MonzoDo you ever get tired of New Age gurus preaching that you shouldn’t be angry. If you’re anything like me, sometimes you are angry. I’ll bet you’re angry when people you trust betray you. I’ll bet you’re angry when people make promises they don’t keep. Anger is a wonderful messenger. It is ...
Views: 1341(7 votes) - "Anger with an Angle": Is Your Child Using Anger to Control You? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from James LehmanHave your child’s angry outbursts worn you down so much that you’ve simply learned to give in? You should know that this is not a phase or a behavior that will “just go away on its own.” Read on to discover 5 things you can do to stop your child from using “Anger with an Angle” today. Anger ...
Views: 3533(8 votes) - The Power of Forgiveness - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Laura AllanForgiveness is a topic that has come up quite a bit lately not only in my practice, but in my personal life. Many people have the mistaken idea that if you forgive someone you say what they did that hurt you was okay. Forgiveness really is about letting go of the negative energy you have ...
Views: 2657(8 votes) - Emotional Intelligence and Anger Management - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from Gregory KylesWe are all emotional beings. We may experience emotions in varying levels of intensity but nobody can deny having emotions. Recognizing and understanding emotions is of paramount importance in our personal lives and interactions with others. Emotional Intelligence is a relatively new concept in ...
Views: 6596(3 votes) - How to Become Strong Enough to Forgive and Smart Enough Not to Get Hooked - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from William StoneAnger is a completely normal and healthful emotion. It helps us focus our awareness on situations that require our attention, and helps us rouse the energy needed to protect ourselves from harm. But when anger is frozen into cynical hostility or resentment, it robs us of our natural capacity to ...
Views: 2225(3 votes) - Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Anger: The Dynamics of Defense (Part 3) - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Bill WhiteWell, this is the final article of a three-part series on the role of anger in the occurrence and perpetuation of panic attacks and anxiety. In the first two installments we defined anger within two theoretical perspectives, and took a look at how anger presented in my life as an anxiety ...
Views: 2555(3 votes) - The Intervention - Response Letter - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Dan L. HaysThis letter was written in response to a bogus intervention, as chronicled in the post "The Betrayal." What I did to deal with my anger is written in the post "Anger Contract." My sponsor in one of the 12 step programs, after finding out the details of the night the group took me to ...
Views: 1499(3 votes) - Top 5 Thinking Errors - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Harry BassettWe all make mistakes in our thinking, especially when we're deeply convinced that something we believe in is true. These errors often reinforce that opinion, making it hard for us to change our minds or even consider any alternative viewpoint. Students of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy know ...
Views: 5749(3 votes) - 4 Steps to Assertive Communication - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Dr. Tony Fiore“Dr. Fiore,” my 42 year old married patient (Mary) began, “once again my family expects me to host Christmas dinner and I am simply too exhausted; what should I do?” “Why not tell them how you feel?” I asked. “Because I don’t want to hurt their feelings – I always feel guilty if I don’t do ...
Views: 12805(1 vote) - An Enlightened Public Discovers Anger Management - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2005 from George AndersonAn Enlightened Public Discovers Anger Management The recent pattern of referrals to anger management classes shows a dramatic shift in client profiles. Over the last seven years most referrals were from the Courts for misdemeanor offenses and infractions with aggressive behavior being the ...
Views: 1944(1 vote) - Anger & Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Michael PaulWhen there is a build up of anger in a relationship, healthy communication is clearly absent. Both ears and mouths are not working properly. Messages being given are likely to be interpreted through a filter that hears only what anger expects to hear. The message, as it might be offered, is ...
Views: 1753(2 votes) - Anger and Stress Management Classes - by Anger is one emotion we all have. For some of us anger is the primaryway we express our needs when we get upset. What is interesting aboutanger is that it is usually a response to some other emotion we arehaving. Really give it some thought. Think about the last time youwere really upset. ...
Views: 1142(2 votes) - Anger and Stress Management Classes - by Anger is one emotion we all have. For some of us anger is the primaryway we express our needs when we get upset. What is interesting aboutanger is that it is usually a response to some other emotion we arehaving. Really give it some thought. Think about the last time youwere really upset. ...
Views: 994(1 vote) - Anger and Stress Management Classes - by Anger is one emotion we all have. For some of us anger is the primaryway we express our needs when we get upset. What is interesting aboutanger is that it is usually a response to some other emotion we arehaving. Really give it some thought. Think about the last time youwere really upset. ...
Views: 1431(2 votes) - Anger Can Be Positive - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Dr. Lyle BecourtneyAlthough uncontrolled anger can be quite costly, when channeled properly anger can also be very positive. Among other things, anger can motivate us to work harder to accomplish our goals. This could mean playing harder on the defensive end in a basketball game, studying longer for an exam, or ...
Views: 2914(3 votes) - Anger Good, Aggression Bad - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Joe JamesAnger has gotten far too negative a rap over the last few years. I know that may sound strange coming from a guy who makes a good chunk of his living from teaching an anger management course but I really do believe it to be the case.Anger is part of being human. We all get angry, you just can't ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Anger Management Class: You Might Need One More Than You Realize - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Joe JamesHow do you know if you need an anger management class or are occasionally angry? No one wants to acknowledge that they need an anger management class.There are neurological reasons for it, but you kind of go into a type of denial when it comes to acknowledging that you might need help. Many ...
Views: 783(1 vote) - Anger Management Classes - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2004 from Ari NovickAnger is one emotion we all have. For some of us anger is the primary way we express our needs when we get upset. What is interesting about anger is that it is usually a response to some other emotion we are having. Really give it some thought. Think about the last time you were really ...
Views: 4429(1 vote) - Anger Management Techniques for a New Year - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Joe JamesA new year means new year resolutions and learning a few anger management techniques to improve your relationships is a great way to start. When you are feeling most hurt and vulnerable, it's easy to lash out at others and do things you may regret later on. Anger is a natural, healthy human ...
Views: 1296(1 vote) - Anger Management: Knowing Your Own Temper - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIt is needless to say that anger exists in every human being. Whatever we do and wherever we go, we can't avoid this feeling. All people get angry. But the question is that how can we avoid being temperamental ones. Do we have to keep off from the things that makes us angry? What if those things ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Anger May Be a Symptom of Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Buck BlackThere are a variety of reasons a person may become angry. In previous articles, I have discussed the primary feelings that result in anger and the high expectations one may have, which result in disappointment and subsequent anger. I now want to introduce how a person’s belief system can cause ...
Views: 2157(1 vote) - Anger May Stem from Alcohol and Other Drugs - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Buck BlackThere can be more to the anger iceberg than just feelings. Often people come to my office because of anger management issues and when I assess them for the reason behind the anger, they have extensive alcohol or other drug use. Others may have a brain injury. In cases where drinking or ...
Views: 2035(1 vote) - Control Your Inner Weather - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2007 from Ken OnuWoke up in a pretty mood. Its 6.00 in the morning. I tell myself: I love myself ! Nothing can go wrong today. I'm Ken Onu, the master manifestor! I understand the way the Law of attraction works. I know that all I have to do is keep the energy positive and I will attract like energy. Hey I ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - Dealing with Inner Anger: An Exercise in Letting it Go - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2005 from Deborah MooreAnger is just one of many emotions that individuals experience. Anger is also an emotion that many try to deny. “I am not mad at him,” This type of thing happens all the time.” “It’s really not her fault.” “It’s not that big of a problem.” These statements are just some of soothing phases ...
Views: 12190(1 vote) - Dealing With The Unavoidable Workplace Conflict - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraSome workplace conflict if only viewed favorably and in a positive manner could be healthy and an opportunity for one’s business and also for each of us to bring about some positive change in our lives! It is just about how we perceive things. Nevertheless, it’s a whole different story when ...
Views: 991(2 votes) - Dr. Romance on Attitude Adjustment - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: I have blogged before about emotional hygiene, and doing the necessary maintenance on feelings as well as your physical body and household. Health reminders tell us to wash our hands frequently to prevent transmittal of diseases. Did you know you can “wash” your mood, too, ...
Views: 1462(2 votes) - Dr. Romance on Attitude Adjustment - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: I have blogged before about emotional hygiene, and doing the necessary maintenance on feelings as well as your physical body and household. Health reminders tell us to wash our hands frequently to prevent transmittal of diseases. Did you know you can “wash” your mood, too, ...
Views: 1462(2 votes) - Eight simple anger management tips - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2003 from David Leonhardt"The other night I ate at a real family restaurant. Every table had an argument going." One of the biggest obstacles to personal and career success is anger. When we fail to control our anger, we suffer several blows: - Anger impedes our ability to be happy, because anger and happiness are ...
Views: 6244(1 vote) - Energetic Solutions To Conflict, Aggression, and Violence In the Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2003 from Robert EvansEnergetic Solutions To Conflict, Aggression, and Violence In the Workplace It’s been almost seven years since that fateful, stormy, dismal, day when Mary Richmond, an HR specialist for United Applications in Atlanta, Georgia, had lunch with Bill Cole, an account manager. They had just rushed in ...
Views: 2196(1 vote) - Five Ways To Use Anger as a Positive Motivating Tool - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondAnger makes Zane protest and refuse to work hard Zane was furious when he didn’t get his pay raise. He remembered all the times his boss gave him signs that his efforts would be rewarded. Was that a dream? Did he misread the signals? How could he be so easily fobbed off with a few sweet ...
Views: 2138(2 votes) - Free Interesting Podcasts on Serious Issues - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Vincent TreacyEach week whilst working with Onda Cero, one of Spain's national broadcasters, I had a forum called Serious Issues when my guest was psychologist, Steve Ashley. I found myself very often at a very different point of view when discussing issues with Steve and found our discussions most ...
Views: 1891(1 vote) - From Anger Management to Anger Transformation - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2003 from Chris Schryer"I am very angry. God knows that I try, but I can't help it - I have every reason to be mad." If this sentiment sounds familiar, it is because all of us have experienced similar inner struggles with respect to anger. Wouldn't you be angry, if what you have built with sweat and blood is snatched ...
Views: 3786(1 vote) - Handling Criticism - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Greg BakerPeople will criticize you for all sorts of reasons. And if you take any sort of stand, good or bad, you will be criticized for it. But how you deal with it is a key to retaining sanity and an even disposition through life. I pastor a Church. I have my own opinions about God, religion, ...
Views: 3109(1 vote) - How Can You Use Your Anger Positively To Be An Equal Player In Relationships? - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondWhy on earth are we burdened with anger? Why do we have to battle with anger all our lives? What is the point of having this emotion? Why can’t we do without it? We aren’t needing to kill predators to protect our lives or keep meager food rations for ourselves as we did millions of years ago. ...
Views: 1931(3 votes) - How to Deal with Lying in Children and Teens - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from James LehmanWhen you catch your child in a lie, it’s natural to feel betrayed, hurt, angry and frustrated. But here’s the truth: lying is normal. It's wrong, but it's normal. In fact, we all do it to some degree. Consider how adults use lies in their daily lives: When we’re stopped for speeding, we ...
Views: 3175(2 votes) - How to Get Control When Your Child is Making You Angry - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from James LehmanWhy is it so easy to go from “zero to 60” when our kids make us angry? There are many reasons, but I think it’s mainly because we allow ourselves to go to 60. And in a sense, when we get up to 60—when we react emotionally—we’re allowing the behavior of our kids to determine how we’ll behave ...
Views: 1955(2 votes) - How To Give Yourself What You Want and Stop Getting Mad - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondI do what you want, but you never let me do what I want! Justin had his heart set on the new BMW sports car, but Bernice wondered whether it was the best way of spending money at this point. There were other more important priorities like her business start up, the kids school fees and house ...
Views: 1715(2 votes) - How To Stop Anger About Your Past From Interfering In Your Present - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondKoren is furious that her son is being unfairly picked on As she drove to pick up nine year old Hector from school, Koren seethed with rage. She was confronted with a complaint that Hector was suspended from after school playground access for hitting another boy. Koren was mad at the ...
Views: 1833(2 votes) - In A Moment of Anger - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2003 from Tim OngBeing able to manage our emotion well is crucial to our health as well as our ability to foster healthy relationships with others, particularly our loved ones. Recent studies have revealed that the state of our emotional well-being plays an important role in our physical health. For instance, ...
Views: 1587(2 votes) - Information on Anger Management - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Tony DosanjhThere is a lot of information available on anger management. Firstly, it is essential to be aware of anger as a problem and its repercussions. No anger management technique will work if you are clueless as to what you are attempting to solve. Anger can be very natural reaction to many ...
Views: 2880(1 vote) - Is it time to change your life? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2003 from Lisa MillerGetting the tools to help you wake up to a happier, more fulfilling life is so important these days, especially since we live such fast-paced, over stressed lives. I would like to describe tools that are easy to use and produce immediate results that help you resolve everyday problems with ...
Views: 1685(1 vote) - Johnny Cash From The Darkness To The Light - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Bart SharpJohnny Cash From The Darkness To The Light I recently watched the movie on the life of Johnny Cash called “I Walk The Line” and have been listening to Johnny’s hit album of 1968 called “Johnny Cash At Folsom Prison”. The story and the movie parallel each other in the depiction of the ...
Views: 3451(1 vote) - Moving past anger and anxiety based life styles - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Monty RitchingsWhen I was a younger person, anger and anxiety were my "best friends". I never went anywhere without them. I did not like how they felt but I also did not like the feeling of being without them because they had become so familiar. It was almost like a void if they weren't present. My ...
Views: 2150(1 vote) - My Way To Help You Deal With Someone Else's Anger - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Lynda BevanWhere does anger come from: Anger is an emotion. It stems from issues in your past that are both unresolved and unforgiven! These feelings are buried deep down inside you and cause you emotional and physical harm. Anger comes from a past environment of confusion, chaos and lack of ...
Views: 14693(1 vote) - MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT ANGER - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2004 from Pauline WallinMYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT ANGER Although anger is one of the most common emotions that people have, it is the least understood. These phrases are probably familiar to you: “If someone hits you, hit ‘em back.” “Turn the other cheek.” “Don’t get angry; get even.” Have you noticed how they ...
Views: 14942(1 vote) - No More Stress - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Willie HortonMost people will always find something to stress them out – their job, their boss, their financial situation, their husband, their wife, their boyfriend or girlfriend, their teenage children, their health, their golf, their holidays! I have one client who telephoned my one day a few years back ...
Views: 1572(2 votes) - Parenting and Sovereign DNA in the Child - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Aryana HudsonIn order to have children who are sovereign and well adjusted it is vital for non co dependent relationships to be present between parents especially during the phase of the child’s life when the individual is maturing dating and beginning to engage sexually. What is over protection? Is it ...
Views: 1783(3 votes) - Prevention of Workplace Violence - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2003 from Robert EvansPreventing Workplace Violence While training in anger management can be very helpful in preventing workplace violence incidents or even minimizing their effects, there are a number of other things an employer can do. One of the best ways to prevent workplace violence and avoid law suits is to ...
Views: 1742(1 vote) - Proven steps to defuse any argument...fast - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from George BielayConflict is the number one reason couples seek relationship advice and couples/marital counselling. When two people come together in a close relationship, "exposing" themselves emotionally and making themselves vulnerable with one another, it is inevitable that misunderstandings and conflict ...
Views: 2588(1 vote) - Reasons for Being Irritable and Ways to Help It - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenAre you one of those individuals who see yourself as a person who is always irritated ? If your mind has been full of depression and frustration for an extended period of time, these emotions can often lead to mental illness that can make your condition worse. You may also be displaying several ...
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