Taking Charge of Anger: Six Steps to Asserting Yourself without Losing Control

This straight-talking book—grounded in over 25 years of experience—has already helped many tens of thousands of readers understand and manage destructive anger in all its forms.Anger expert Dr. Robert Nay guides you to:  *Figure out which of the five faces of anger are a problem for you, from passive–aggression to all-out rage. *Recognize the early warning signs of anger in your physical sensations and thoughts. *Master cooling-off strategies that work in the heat of the moment. *Identify and change unrealistic expectations you have for yourself and other people. *Communicate effectively when differences arise. *Practice your new skills in everyday life—until they become second nature.  The second edition includes a new chapter on forgiveness, plus updated examples and resources.If anger is getting in the way of your goals—or disrupting the relationships most precious to you—the time to make changes is now. See also Dr. Nay's Anger Management Workbook: Use the STOP Method