Six Ways to Handle Anger When It Surfaces | Episode 30

Anger is considered a secondary emotion. When a man feels misunderstood, unappreciated, disrespected, ashamed, or some other negative emotion, he may act out in anger simply because he has never learned how to show the other emotion. By intentionally the primary emotion, how to process them, and how to handle angry feelings in a healthy manner, a man can experience a better balanced and enjoyable life. Learn more as we explore anger in this episode.

Outline

1. Where Does the Anger Originate?
   • Anger as a secondary emotion
   • Anger in the Bible
   • Is there a place for anger
2. Processing the Anger
   • What is fueling the anger
3. Anger Can Cause Big Problems
   • Health problems
   • Relationship problems
   • Dangerous overreactions
4. How to Keep Anger in Its Place
   • Defining the primary emotion and cause
   • Six recommendations for keeping calm

Resources

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3019061/
2. https://www.businessinsider.com/why-men-get-angry-according-to-a-psychologist-2018-9
3. https://healthypsych.com/psychology-tools-what-is-anger-a-secondary-emotion/
4. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/anger-management/art-20045434
5. https://www.atrainceu.com/content/4-irritable-male-syndrome-0

Scriptures

1. Ephesians 4:26
2. Proverbs 14:29
3. Proverbs 15:1
4. Psalms 37:8
5. James 1:20