The Psychology Podcast S01E02 - Anger

Synopsis

Do you remember the last time you had intense anger? Although expressing anger got you certain benefits, there were costs to it. What if you had expressed in a controlled way? Is it healthy to express and get done with anger, or to hold it and suppress it? Most of us have a 'to be or not to be' relationship with Anger, which keeps us on a pendulum. Not knowing that there is a healthier version of Anger stops many from reacting differently. Unhealthy anger has short term and long term costs, and many of them are irreversible. Unhealthy anger also leads to a chain reaction in the other person, keeping both perpetually angry. Unhealthy anger can destroy relationships, lead to arguments, violence and even wars. Master your own Anger, without trying to eliminate it. Convey your view, opinion and wishes assertively with healthy Anger, without damaging the relationships, and your peace of mind. The episode explores the origins of anger, the difference between healthy and unhealthy anger, how to switch to the healthier version.