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Myths About Anger

Ten myths about anger that will interfere with anger control

Venting, or taking it out on others, decreases anger.
Strong anger is necessary to change situations.
If I don't get angry, I don't care.
One who makes me mad is worthless and deserves my wrath.
Reducing anger means I think the defender isn't wrong.
The world is full of idiots and irritations.
Men and women experience anger differently.
Depression is anger turned inward.
Anger is a pure, basic emotion.
People make me mad, so I can't control my anger.

Excessive anger destroys relationships, careers, health, and inner peace. It saps the joy of living, leaves you feeling ashamed and foolish, and turns everyday challenges into explosive battlegrounds. Break the vicious cycle of anger with the expert advice in The Anger Management Sourcebook.

Find healthy ways to express anger

Follow this straightforward program and in just seven weeks discover the levelheaded parent, spouse, coworker, and friend you've always known was buried beneath your surly surface. Packed with practical tips, this guide helps you recognize anger triggers, choose effective alternatives, and constructively channel your energy. In these pages, you'll find a variety of approaches for managing this complex emotion, including:

Anticipating and defusing volatile situations
Handling criticism without flying off the handle
Calming down with meditation and imagery techniques
Getting enough sleep, nutrition, and exercise
Keeping an anger journal
Changing hostility to trust
Healing your deepest hurts with compassion
Replacing bitterness with empathy and forgiveness

While a little bit of anger might serve a purpose, a lot of it can ruin your life. Take control and manage your anger so that you and those around you can enjoy a calmer, more peaceful, more pleasant existence.

Resource: Anger Management Sourcebook, Glenn Shiraldi, PhD and Melissa Hallmark Kerr, PhD.


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