Dr. Ray Guarendi. Living Calm: Mastering Anger and Frustration. Manchester, NH: Sophia Institute Press, 2022. Paperback $17.95. Ebook $9.99. Available from the publisher.
Do you often feel frustrated with others?
In Living Calm, Dr. Guarendi evaluates the “newspeak” about anger. He poses essential questions, such as: Is my anger justified? and What should I do when I feel angry?
Dr. Guarendi has penned several books from Sophia Press: Adoption: Should You, Could You, and Then What? Thinking Like Jesus, Raising Upright Kids, and Jesus the Master Psychologist.
In his latest work, readers will learn about the many facets of anger. Unlike medical conditions which have specific levels for diagnosis, Dr. Guarendi explains, anger disorders are harder to define.
Sure to spark discussion, Dr. Guarendi weighs-in on the age old debate of nature vs. nurture. He examines a broad range of issues, including how people often act differently depending on the environment and social dynamic, and whether anger is a trait or a state.
This book provides practical tips, such as:
- Understanding how to think about situations and what causes angry feelings
- Coping mechanisms for controlling anger
- Why society shuns value judgment
- Learning about the “emotional buddies” that come with anger
- How discipline effects a child’s anger (and it might not be the way you think!)
- The way to manage your expectations
Dr. Guarendi helps readers avoid misconceptions and personalizing to develop positive approaches and thinking. He further outlines strategies to control one’s responses.
Following the doctor’s advice, readers will also learn about why brooding harms us, and the difference between righteous and right-filled anger.
Readers can learn more about the book on Dr. Guarendi’s EWTN News Nightly interview.
If you’re looking to find peace in relationships, Living Calm, will help you prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit and attain the tranquility that only God can give.
Members of the media may send an email to Sophia Institute Press’ Director of Publicity, Sarah Lemieux at slemieux@SophiaInstitute.com to receive a physical or digital copy of Living Calm: Mastering Anger and Frustration, and/or to schedule an interview with Dr. Guarendi.
