Dealing With Anger

Anger Resolution for Couples

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Communication is a key component to maintaining a healthy and nurturing relationship. One of the most common and damaging relationship pitfalls is the unheard problem that erodes a relationship over time. Unfortunately, we are not taught how to get our feelings heard and our needs met without fighting with our partner. When you are spitting mad, taking the time to actually sit down and think about what is going on with you is easier said than done. Here are five STEPS that will help you get ...
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Dealing with Anger

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

'When I was growing up,' Annette tells me, 'girls weren't supposed to get mad. Just as we were supposed to sit still, and not speak unless spoken to, we were supposed to look pretty and keep a smile on our face. It's no wonder I had migraines for so many years. And when I did start dealing with it, I had no idea what to do about it.' 'There was something wrong with her, I think,' Anthony told me. 'My ex-wife ' she never got angry, all the time we were married. Not once.' He paused and looked ...
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MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT ANGER

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included and the article is published in its entirety. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated. Send it to mailto:drwallin@drwallin.com MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT ANGER By Pauline Wallin, Ph.D Author of "Taming Your Inner Brat: A Guide for Transforming Self-defeating Behavior" Word count: 567 Copyright Pauline Wallin, Ph.D. 2004. All rights reserved MYTHS AND FACTS ...
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Anger and you relationships

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

'Dr. Fiore,' the voice on the phone pleaded, 'I need anger management classes right away. I blew up at my girlfriend last night and she said it's over until I get help.' As Kevin recounted the first night of class, he and his girlfriend had argued in the car over which route to take home from a party. Events progressed from mild irritation, to yelling and name calling. Things escalated at home. He tried to escape, but she followed him from room to room, demanding resolution of the conflict. ...
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Anger and your driving

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Are you driving under the influence of impaired emotions? Dateline: December 4, 2002. Orange County ,California. A 29 year old man was shot to death, an apparent victim of road rage. According to newspaper accounts, he had a reputation for never backing down from a fight. The man and his half brother were heading home from a plumbing job when the trouble began. Apparently, three men in another car zoomed in front of their car. These men started hurling profanities and flashing obscene gestures ...
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Eight simple anger management tips

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

"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 incompatible. -Anger sends marriages and other family relationships off-course. -Anger means lost business, because it destroys relationships. -Anger also means losing business that you could have won in a ...
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Anger - Solutions

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Rage is an advanced form of anger, just as panic is to fear, a state in which we are even less in control of our words and behavior. Hate is a condition in which we think very badly of someone, avoid contact with him, and probably wish the worst for him, perhaps even hoping that he might experience a tragedy. All three of these emotions, which from here on in we will simply call "anger", are secondary emotions in the sense that they arise from other emotions, such as hurt, fear, guilt, ...
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Five Ways to Write About Your Anger

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Copyright 2005 Writer's Eye Advisory Service Most people have mixed feelings about feeling and expressing anger. Various influences suggest everything from practicing extreme self-control, holding it all in (end result: stoicism) to showing no boundaries about sharing anger at all(end result: anarchy). Finding the middle ground is the place where you can communicate feelings and the facts of a given situation, without hurting or blaming the other party, and vice versa. When this first scenario ...
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The Anger of the Box

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Last week we left off with: "I could not resist. I had to go push that button again. But of course I had to share it with my best friend. I ran to Jim's house and told him I was going to push the button again!" ----------------------------------------------------------------- --------------- And now continuing: We returned. We walked slowly up the stairs. I was breathing heavy, I did not want to make the box angry again, but I really wanted to push that button. So did Jim. My finger ...
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Anger and Scarcity

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Anger and Scarcity As a small business owner or freelancer, you will experience periods of abundance and scarcity, many times for reasons beyond your control. Therefore, it is important for you to learn how to deal with your feelings about scarcity in order to put the most into your business An emotion that is always present when there is a sense of scarcity in life is anger. Big surprise, you may think. The surprise actually is that very often, it is the anger, which is holding success at bay. ...
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Anger Management Therapy for Dementia Patients

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Older people sometimes develop dementia, a somewhat common condition that results in mental and emotional confusion. Some of these people, often those who are institutionalized, display anger outbursts due to relatively mild provocations, such as an unwanted meal item. At other times the anger is warranted, as when another resident initiates a conflict. For reasons like these and others, anger management therapy for dementia patients is becoming increasingly important. Symptoms That May ...
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Do You Need Anger Management?

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Anger management is not just for crazed maniacs or disgruntled executives. Learning how to manage minor and major irritations is something everyone needs to do. You may want to start by obtaining general anger management information and progress to enrolling in an anger management class. But first you need to recognize classic symptoms of uncontrolled rage that will alert you to the need for anger management. Everyone loses their temper at times. There is no shame attached to getting upset ...
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Adolescent Anger Management Strategies

Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Self Improvement |

Adolescent anger management is becoming more prominent in our society. Traditionally, children who enter this last acute phase of bodily and mental development can go through some rough times. As kids enter their preteen and then their teenage years, chaos can ensue at times for everyone involved. A child or young adult may feel that his or her body and mind are out of control occasionally, and the parents and teachers who supervise children at this age may tend to agree. Anger can spring out ...
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