Description
Book SynopsisEmphasizing the importance of making calm, constructive choices and cultivating self-empathy, this guide will free people with destructive anger-and those around them-to live more fulfilling lives.
Trade ReviewGolden's years of research into anger management, his clinical work with clients struggling to manage their anger, and the sharing of his process of controlling his own anger connect the dots in this valuable work. Library Journal This book is a breath of fresh air. This is a practical resource that can bee utilized by both the lay person and those who work in healthcare. It is no more prevalent for one than the other. It is written in a manner that all readers could benefit from. Golden supports his readers to acknowledge where they are in regards to experiencing destructive anger, then supports them to appraise the situation and develop realistic expectations to cope. This author has done a fantastic job of addressing a subject that is still much a taboo in many areas of today's society. Golden has sensitively and cohesively presented a framework for anger as long with clear guidance around how to utilize this effectively. Nursing Times
Table of ContentsPreface
PART I. Introducing Anger
1. Understanding Unhealthy Anger and Healthy Anger
2. What Are the Challenges to Cultivating Healthy Anger?
3. How Mindfulness and Mindfulness Meditation Can Help
4. The Role of Self- Compassion
PART II. Using Mindfulness and Self-Compassion to Overcome Destructive Anger
5. Cultivating Self-Compassion
6. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Your Body
7. A Framework for Understanding Anger
8. A Tool for Exploring Anger Arousal
9. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Your Feelings
10. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Your Thoughts
11. Self-Compassion for Healthy Anger
PART III. Healing Relationships by Changing the Anger Response
12. Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, and Compassion for Others
13. Self-Compassionate and Compassionate Interactions with Others
14. Committing to the Practice of Healthy Anger
Notes
Resources
Index
