by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
Anger sometimes makes us want to lash out. Lash out for what purpose, to get revenge, to “even the score”? Is anybody keeping score? I need to look in instead of lash out. I never win when I lash out. I never change anyone when I lash out. I never make things better...
by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
Are the holidays a stressful time for me? Have I ever really examined why? Is it because I feel too many demands of the season: shopping, financial burdens, travel, doing what others want? I need to take inventory of the holidays and list what I feel is wrong with...
by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
Choosing battles wisely means knowing when to take a stand or when to “stand down.” In order to be good at this, I must have my priorities straight and have them in mind as I go through the day. Knowing what is important in my life will help me make good decisions on...
by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
I cannot impose my will, values, or beliefs on others, even if I believe it would be best for them. I want people to believe what I believe, love what I love, and value what I value. Wouldn’t life be smooth for all of us then? But each individual is a unique creation...
by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
Do I blame others for my anger, behavior, or problems? Blaming is when we over-emphasize the role or responsibility of others in our problems. This doesn’t mean that others are always innocent; however, to place too much emphasis and responsibility on others’ wrongs...
by Steven Fiorito | Anger Management, Blog
In over 12 years of running outpatient Anger Management classes, some patterns started to emerge in the clients in my groups. I started seeing themes repeated over and over, so I started taking notes on the typical issues that I saw clients dealing with and some of...
Finally! A Daily Meditation Book Dedicated Specifically to Anger and Emotional Management.
Based on real experiences, of real people in Anger Management counseling over a
10 year period.