by Richard Amaral | Jun 26, 2022 | Anger and Aggression, Emotions, Mind-Body Health, Psychology
We’ve been dealing with some sweltering temperatures here in Ontario lately. While I’ve heard my share of people complaining about the heat, I’ve also heard many people expressing gratitude for the beautiful weather. So, I thought about what life...
by Richard Amaral | Apr 17, 2022 | Abuse, Anger and Aggression, Mental Health, Mind-Body Health, Psychology, Relationships, Thinking
After hearing and watching the infamous “slap” by Will Smith during the Oscars this year, I had quite a few thoughts rushing to my mind. But, of course, most of those thoughts have already been discussed and written about extensively in the media. But one...
by Richard Amaral | Aug 8, 2013 | All Entries, Anger and Aggression, Counselling and Psychotherapy, Stress
A few weeks ago, I talked about a strategy I share with my clients for managing anger. This was to respond instead of react. Today, I wanted to share a tip that can be used to manage anger and/or stress (the two often occur hand in hand). It’s about recognizing the...
by Richard Amaral | Jul 11, 2013 | Anger and Aggression
Even with all the counselling and personal consulting I provide on the topic of anger, I still experience anger like everyone else. Many of the same things that trigger your anger triggers mine as well. Some clients get surprised when I tell them this. Their...
by Richard Amaral | Jul 4, 2013 | All Entries, Anger and Aggression
We’ve all copied something. We’ve all tried to imitate someone or something. But in some circumstances, people will copy or imitate violent acts. A couple of years ago, just after the Boston Marathon bombing, a husband and wife were arrested for attempting...
by Richard Amaral | Jan 11, 2013 | All Entries, Anger and Aggression
Recently, I had a conversation with someone on the topic of anger. He wanted to understand why he was always so angry in his relationship with his partner. So, I pulled out my dry-erase whiteboard and drew an iceberg. I think the iceberg is a really powerful metaphor...
