Monthly Archives: May 2005
Grew up with Violence
Question: I have this problem that I’m hoping someone here can give me some kind of route to solution with. I grew up in a very violent atmosphere and I was beaten throughout most of my life. Before I would … Continue reading
Managing Conflict
Strategies for Successful Relationships: Managing Conflict by �L copyright 2005 by Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC�=What happens when you face conflicts with your friends, family or co-workers? What if a friend doesn�-?t show up for a dinner engagement or fails … Continue reading
What Causes Anger?
What’s the real cause of anger? There’s are a lot of differing opinions about this. 1. Some say underlying feelings of hurt, frustration and fear. 2. Others say it has to do with wanting control. 3. Maybe it has to … Continue reading
Mentally Abusive Anger
Question: “I am married to a man that I believe mentally abuses me” I am confused and depressed. I do not know how to deal with this. I am tired and have no energy most of the time. Where do … Continue reading
Annoyed at Self
Question: I’m sorry if this is a little disjointed and confusing. I’m possibly a little disjointed and confused myself, just at the moment. I’m pretty sure I’m just whining here. I haven’t been through half the things everyone else here … Continue reading
When Anger Blows-up: Part Two
Learn to forgive. Bitterness plays a big part in anger and rage. When you hold on to resentments from the past, then, when someone does or says anything hurtful or disappointing, you perceive it as more hurtful or disappointing. Your … Continue reading
When Anger Blows-up: Part One
When I get angry, I blow up so fast. When I get angry, I blow up so fast that I don’t have time to stop and think or ask for God’s wisdom. I know all of these things would help, … Continue reading
Anger towards Co-worker
Question: Hi. I am a believer in Christ. I grew up in an abusive home, and was rejected and made fun of by my peers at school. Now, years later, I am still working on my self worth. I know … Continue reading