Gift of Anger

Cannon, Marcia

• Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
• eBook ISBN:
  9781608822768
• Year: 1010

It''s Time to Listen to Your Anger

Anger is a natural response to feelings of hurt, betrayal, and embarrassment, and a reliable outlet when we feel just plain stressed out. Yet many of us see anger as a negative, potentially dangerous emotion that should be suppressed.

But the truth is, anger is a gift—a natural, internal signal that unfailingly identifies an opportunity for healing and growth. The Gift of Anger shows you how to recognize this signal, discover the deeper meaning behind your anger, and change the relationships and situations in your life that frustrate you. In seven simple and effective steps, this book guides you past any level of anger, from mild irritation to rage, and toward a balanced approach to using anger for greater understanding and well-being.By learning to see anger as a gift, you''ll be able to:

•Regain emotional balance after becoming angry
•Identify and name the unmet needs at the root of your anger
•Create an action plan for ensuring your needs are met
•Understand and forgive others and have compassion for yourself

Table of contents

• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction: A New Understanding
• 1. Stage One: Anger As a Protective Reaction
• 2. The Power of Stage Two
• 3. The Nature of Beliefs and Feelings
• 4. Step One: Acknowledge Your Anger and Safely Regain Your Emotional Balance
• 5. Step Two: Notice Your Thoughts and Feelings
• 6. Step Three: Give Yourself Validation
• 7. Step Four: Identify Your Unmet Need
• 8. Step Five: Take Action to Meet Your Need
• 9. Step Six: Explore the Other Person’s Frame of Reference
• 10. Step Seven: Free Yourself with Forgiveness
• 11. When You’re Angry with Yourself
• References
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