·         Everyone experiences disagreements, interpersonal conflicts, and anger.  We express our anger and concerns in a variety of ways, some are appropriate, some are inappropriate.

·         Physical and emotional abuse is an inappropriate response and shows a lack of respect for others, harms marital and family relationships, and usually damages self-esteem. Such abuse may be expressed as tantrums, sarcasm,  physical or emotional withdrawal, threats, scare tactics, rage, battering, control and other forms of aggression.

·         Many people who are angry do not realize they are angry.  How they express their anger has become a habit that is only expressed when the person is under stress or in conflict.

       Understanding & Expressing Ourselves Positively

·         Anger is actually a gift from God.   Anger is designed to protect us from danger.  God knew there would be evil and destruction.  He knew that if we did not have a built-in detection system to warn us of danger, we could experience harm in a variety of ways, however, when what was designed to help us becomes destructive, we have a problem.

·         When negative expressions of anger become habituated, individuals may not even recognize their own levels of anger until it is too late.

·         God has given us the power to overcome.  People have the capacity to control and direct negative, aggressive behaviour.  We can learn to express ourselves positively and appropriately.  Changing angry behaviour, however, begins with understanding.  True North Consulting Ltd. helps individuals get a better understanding of their personal behaviours and values.

 
    The Cycle Must Be Stopped

·         Helping individuals understand and develop more effective communication and problem-solving skills to express their concerns constructively is the tool to conquering anger issues and responses.  Eliminating destructive, angry responses and behaviours involves looking objectively at personal issues and pressures that lead to aggressive and sometimes violent outbursts.

      What Is Involved In Learning To Conquer Anger?

·         During the course of treatment individuals explore a number of specific themes including:

1.     Understanding anger and aggression

2.     Beliefs, values and attitudes

3.     Communication and conflict resolution

4.     Sex role learning and stereotyping

5.     Use of power and control

6.     Stress, Roots and Fruits

7.     Expressing feelings and concerns

8.     Self-esteem and family origin issues

·         Participants utilize exercises, discussions and daily-life assignments to increase self-awareness and insight.

From time to time, True North Consulting Ltd. may offer anger support programs. Group support offers participants an opportunity to interact with others experiencing similar difficulties and develop accountability and support.  These groups are facilitated by a trained chaplain.