Anger is obvious. It flares, it sharpens the tone of a voice, it pulls tension into the jaw and heat into the room. You can see it coming. You can feel it land. It demands to be dealt with. Emotional ...

Anger is prevalent in relationships, particularly romantic relationships, but also friendships and familial relationships. Despite its prevalence, we don't always understand the true nature of this ...

There is no reward for being vulnerable for any species of life, from one-celled organisms to homo sapiens. Consequences are severe and often swift. On the other hand, it is necessary to create space ...

Dear Eric: I’m a late-50s, divorced educator. I’ve struggled throughout my entire adult life to figure out whether a partner is respectful. I’m currently in a five-month-old relationship with someone ...

There are some pretty rare traits of people who rarely create drama in relationships. They are usually open-minded and ...

With guidance, her anger could become a force for good. I’ve since begun teaching Neff’s Fierce Self-Compassion program, ...

That heated argument with your neighbor over their eternally barking dog might be doing more than ruining your afternoon. The rage bubbling beneath your surface could actually be taking precious time ...

Many people use anger to get their way. Most convince themselves that while an outburst is regrettable, it’s unavoidable, a flaw in their psychology. But it’s often a mere tactic. I’ve noticed the ...