Taming Tempers (Making Anger Your Ally)

Has anger flared up like a runaway brush fire in your life?

Perhaps you have an explosive temper yourself, or you live with someone who does. Uncontrolled anger can have detrimental effects and bring out the worst in all of us. Filled with practical insights on anger management from the author of How to Deal with Toxic People, Taming Tempers: Making Anger Your Ally explores six effective strategies for dealing with anger and enjoying healthy relationships:

1. Understand the Role of Anger in Your Life
2. Recognize the Roots of Anger
3. Know the Dangers of Unaddressed Anger
4. Find Freedom from Anger through Forgiveness
5. Cool Your Temperature in the Heat of the Moment
6. Tame Your Temper for Long-Term Peace

It’s important to remember that anger is a valid emotion; it’s how we respond to it that matters. Many of us are confused about where our anger comes from and what to do about it. In Taming Tempers, psychologist and author Dr. Gregory Jantz (1959–2025), a pioneer in holistic treatment, examines the truth about anger so we can approach it more consciously and confidently. The book includes:

• Vignettes that illustrate how to manage stress and make anger your ally
• Questions to help you explore how you manage stress and angry emotions
• Sidebars, images, and other visuals that enhance the message of how to manage your anger and respond effectively to angry people

Perfect for individual study or as a biblical counseling resource, this personal-growth book will help you address the root causes of anger—such as injustice, shame, anxiety, and betrayal—and safely express your emotions.