As someone who struggles with a quick temper and anger, this episode was very personal for coach Chris.
While we tend to be on our best behavior in public and at work, often when at home with the people we love the most, we can resort to explosive anger, yelling, cursing, and using harsh, hurtful words.
Basically, our most cherished people in the world, our children and spouses, see us at our worst.
In this solo podcast, host Chris Wilson reveals where his deep seeded anger and yelling behavior comes from. He talks about his father’s lifelong alcoholism and violence, the closeness of his mother and brothers and what he is attempting to do to overcome this unwanted, destructive behavior.
"I want to get to the point that over-reaction doesn't happen at all… I'm not yelling, I'm not loud or irate." — Chris Wilson
Time Stamps
00:44 – Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast
01:40 – Join us today as Coach Chris Wilson hosts a special solo episode
02:45 – Coach Chris discusses his childhood struggles and how they influence his reactions today
15:00 – From 0-100, what does it mean to make a mountain out of a molehill?
28:08 – Is raising your voice necessary?
32:06 – Ways to express anger and frustration positively
41:59 – How does prayer bring emotional balance?
45:50 – Chris opens up about his dad
48:18 – Parenting: Understanding each other’s reactions
50:14 – How to master your emotions for better control
54:11 – 4 ‘final thought’ key takeaways from today’s episode
Resources:
· Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion by Gary Chapman
· Uncommon Manhood by Tony Dungy
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