Anger Management For Dummies, UK Edition

Everyone gets angry. And in a turbulent economy where finances are stretched, property prices waver and unemployment booms, blowing a fuse is par for the course. But you don't have to take it out on others! Anger Management For Dummies, UK Edition shows you how to work through feelings of rage, emerge from the red mist, and lead a healthier, happier and more positive life. This fully adapted UK edition guides you through ways to recognise and deal with the underlying causes of anger at work, in relationships and in your personal life - and teaches you how to stay positive in spite of all the stresses and strains life throws your way. From letting go of resentments, preventing new rage and dealing with the anger of others, to improving self-expression, honing spiritual calm and getting a good night's sleep, this user-friendly guide tackles the latest anger-busting exercises and therapies (including CBT) and demonstrates how to deal with anger constructively.

Introduction 1 Part I: The Basics of Anger 9 Chapter 1: Anger: A Natural Human Emotion 11 Chapter 2: When Is Anger a Problem? Assessing and Understanding Your Anger 19 Chapter 3: Is Anger Damaging Your Life? 35 Part II: Dealing with Past and Present Anger 51 Chapter 4: Taking Immediate Action 53 Chapter 5: Avoiding Speaking Out in Anger 69 Chapter 6: Keeping Your Cool 79 Chapter 7: Letting Go of Past Anger 95 Chapter 8: Moving Forward: The Power of Forgiveness 105 Part III: Preventing Future Anger 115 Chapter 9: Adopting a New Outlook 117 Chapter 10: Saying What You Mean 129 Chapter 11: Owning Up to Your Anger 139 Chapter 12: Balancing the Effects of Your Temperament 153 Chapter 13: Using Anger Constructively 165 Part IV: Lifestyle Changes That Improve Your Anger and Health 183 Chapter 14: Managing Daily Stresses 185 Chapter 15: Managing Your Body Chemistry 201 Chapter 16: Getting a Good Night’s Sleep 213 Chapter 17: Looking After Your Spiritual Health 229 Chapter 18: Staying in a Good Mood 237 Part V: Managing Anger in Relationships 255 Chapter 19: At Work 257 Chapter 20: At Home and In Intimate Relationships 271 Part VI: The Part of Tens 285 Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Raise a Child to Have Healthy Anger Control 287 Chapter 22: Ten Anger-Freeing Thoughts 299 Chapter 23: Ten Anger-Freeing Actions 307 Index 317