Anger Management News

Boosting Self-Esteem: A Crucial Step in Managing Anger

Discover how boosting self-esteem plays a crucial role in managing anger effectively. Learn why self-esteem is fundamental…

Gaslighting: Understanding Its Forms and Impact

Unravel the intricate dynamics of gaslighting and its pervasive impact in personal relationships and beyond. Explore…

When do you need to address your anger?

Explore the intricate relationship between anger and trauma, and understand when it becomes necessary to address this…

Unmasking the Stress Epidemic: Is the UK on the Brink of a Crisis?

Short on time? Take a moment to give the audio recording of this blog post a quick listen. In the hustle and bustle…

Unleash Emotional Freedom: How Anger Holds You Back and How Anger Management Can Set You Free

Discover the path to Emotional Liberation in our latest blog: "Unleash Emotional Freedom: How Anger Holds You Back and…

Understanding Work-related Stress: The Top Stressor in the UK and Strategies for a Healthier Workplace

Unlock the keys to a healthier workplace with our in-depth exploration of work-related stress in the UK. Discover alarming…

The Vital Connection: Anger Management and Mental Well-being

Explore the vital connection between anger management and mental wellbeing with insights from the British Association…

Unveiling the Mysteries of Love Languages: A Mental Health Expert’s Guide for Valentine’s Day Bliss

Unlock the secrets of love languages and foster deeper connections this Valentine's Day with insights from a mental…

Mastering Anger Management: The Crucial Role of Impulse Control Disorder

Explore the transformative power of mastering impulse control disorder in anger management. Our blog delves into the…

The Impact of Spending Christmas Alone: Navigating Solitude during the Festive Season

Christmas alone can be a daunting and challenging experience. Whether you’ve chosen to spend the holiday solo or find…

Unwrap the Fun, Not the Fuss: A Playful Guide to a Drama-Free Christmas

The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. It’s the perfect occasion to create lasting memories…

Skip the Stress, Embrace the Joy: Celebrate Christmas Your Way

The holiday season is often celebrated as “The most wonderful time of the year,” when merriment and cheer fill the…

Embracing Radical Self-Compassion: 12 Principles for Transforming Your Life

Discover the 12 transformative principles of radical self-compassion and learn how to be kinder to yourself, embrace…

Anger Awareness Week 2023: How to Disconnect from the World’s Chaos in the Middle of Our Daily Routine

In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by stress and become prone to anger, anxiety, depression,…

The Psychology of Power in Relationships: Maintaining Balance for a Fulfilling Connection

Short on time? Take a moment to give the audio recording of this blog post a quick listen. Power, a nuanced and intriguing…

Anger Awareness Week 2023: A World Filled with Reasons to Be Angry

Welcome to Anger Awareness Week 2023, taking place from 1st to 7th December. In a world where chaos seems to reign,…

Embracing the Power of Presence: How to Boost Productivity, Reduce Stress, and Cultivate Fulfillment

Discover the art of being fully present in your life, and unlock the benefits of reduced stress, improved relationships,…

The Wisdom of Emotions: How Feelings Shape Our Lives

Explore the profound role of emotions in our lives, discover how they guide our decisions, relationships, and personal…

Mastering Assertiveness: Why It’s Vital for Success and Relationships

Explore the profound role of emotions in our lives, discover how they guide our decisions, relationships, and personal…

Unveiling the Origins and Impact of our “Skeletons in the Cupboard” – How Shame Drives Our Behaviour

The phrase "skeletons in the cupboard" is often used to describe concealed secrets or embarrassing truths that individuals…

Understanding Carl Jung’s Concept of ‘The Shadow’ – and its Impact on Individuals and Society

Carl Jung, a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who founded analytical psychology, introduced the concept of “The…

Living a Meaningful Life with Passion and Purpose

Living a meaningful life with passion and purpose is about finding deep fulfillment and satisfaction in your existence…

The War is Over: Embracing Self-Compassion to cultivate Inner Peace

In a world where conflict and division seem prevalent, it is crucial to recognise that the war within ourselves can…

Cultivating Humility: The Key to Personal Growth and Harmonious Relationships in Modern Life

Short on time? Take a moment to give the audio recording of this blog post a quick listen. In the fast-paced and often…

Embracing Gratitude: A Pathway to Happiness

In our quest for happiness, we often overlook the power of gratitude. By embracing gratitude, we can shift our focus…

Discover the Art of Slowing Down: 10 Essential Rules for Enjoying Life More

It’s a paradox of our modern lives that, despite our time-saving technologies, we seem constantly caught up in a whirlwind…

Letting Go of our Attachment to an Outcome: A Path to Emotional Freedom

This post will explore strategies to help you let go of attachment and cultivate a more balanced approach to life. By…

Exploring the Difference between Feelings and Emotions: A Comprehensive Guide

Feelings and emotions are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct differences. Whilst…

Managing the Fear of Rejection and Abandonment: Strategies for Building Healthy Connections and Self-Acceptance

People fear rejection and abandonment because there are fundamental human needs for social connection and belonging.…

The Effects of Anger on Mental and Physical Health: Understanding the Brain’s Response

Anger is a normal human emotion that can be triggered by a variety of situations, such as frustration, injustice, and…

Unlocking the Power of Deep Listening: Enhance Relationships and Well-being

Short on time? Take a moment to give the audio recording of this blog post a quick listen.   In today’s fast-paced…

Managing Anger for Stronger Relationships: Benefits of Anger Management Programmes

Short on time? Take a moment to give the audio recording of this blog post a quick listen.   Anger is a natural…

Exploring the Distinction between Intimacy and Love

In the realm of human relationships, the terms “intimacy” and “love” are often used interchangeably….

Harnessing the Power of Breathwork: Effective Techniques for Anger Management

Breathwork is a powerful practice with immense potential for managing and channeling anger. By incorporating techniques…

The Wisdom Track Podcast #15 – Embracing our sense of powerlessness

Discover the transformative journey from powerlessness to empowerment on The Wisdom Track. In this video..

Embracing Our Sense of Powerlessness: A Path to Empowerment

Feeling powerless is a familiar feeling that has crossed my path numerous times throughout my life.

Love can hurt!

Whilst that can be a lovely thought and an opportunity to make the best of a day with declarations of love, let’s…

Press Release: Anger Awareness Week 2022

BAAM Anger Awareness Week, 2022: Even if You’re Not Will Smith, You’re Invited to Take the Free ACEs (Aggressive…

Did You Ever Suffer From Adverse Childhood Experiences?

In a Nutshell Adverse Childhood Experiences, (or ACEs for short), encompass different types of traumatic childhood encounters…

“Trust” caught my attention recently.

In a world flooded with “alternative facts”, trusting what is true becomes impossible. During a truth drought trust…

Mental Disorder is the Problem, Not Gun Laws

Social and mainstream media have been buzzed with news around guns. Subsequently, the Canadian government has put on…

Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words echo forever

Men and women express anger in a very different manner. Male expression of big anger can be destructive

The curse of indecision

Indecision is nature’s way of saying, You may want to take a moment. Too long of a moment is risky because the mind…

Rage in America (Trailer)

Rage in America contrasts where we’ve been with where we find ourselves today. The question remains, where do we go…

The gift of responsible parenting

Children learn how to navigate life by observing and mimicking the behaviour of the adults they encounter.

The Wisdom Track Podcast #14 – Respect and Contempt

This month we’re talking about when relationships turn from medicine to poison…

The intersection of respect or contempt

A man commented in a recent conversation, “I’ve had three major relationships and each one included a measure of…

Anger management first aid for Will Smith!

‘Anger guru’ Mike Fisher saw Will Smith’s Oscars outburst. Here’s his advice for the troubled Hollywood…

Announcing BAAM’s new Anger for Parents Course

No more smacking – discover healthier ways to regulate children’s behaviour.

Press Release: ‘Understanding Anger for Parents’

BAAM Announces ‘Understanding Anger for Parents’ Course Download the press release here or simply read on. Helping…

Podcast #13 – Repairing Relationships and Rebuilding Trust

This month we’re talking about the skill of making up with with friends, lovers or colleagues after a falling out.…

Snake on: Rupture and Repair

Mending trust is the topic of our next podcast at 4pm Sat 26 Feb. Find Snake at snakebloomstrand.com and hear him on…

The Wisdom Track Podcast: Better loving for Heterosexual Men

BAAM co-founder Mike Fisher and Craig ‘Snake’ Bloomstrand are joined by Paul Abramowitz, writer of a new…

Welcome to Anger Mangement

We're Leaders in Anger Management What is Anger Management? Anger management is a HOT topic these days. It's something…

BAAM in The Daily Telegraph

BAAM co-founder 'anger guru' Mike Fisher spoke to The Daily Telegraph during Anger Awareness Week 2021.

Listen to the new Wisdom Track Podcast now!

Emotional resilience is our ability to cope with stressful situations; adapting to life’s ups 'n' downs. It certainly…

BAAM in style bible The Face

BAAM co-founder Mike Fisher is interviewed in the winter '21 issue of international style bible The Face.

BAAM on Clive Martin’s Podcast

Listen to BAAM founder, the 'Anger Guru' Mike Fisher, on journalist Clive Martin's Hypnotic Jerk podcast.

Anger Awareness Week 2021

What’s emotional resilience, and how do we get it? Find out during Anger Awareness Week 2021

Emotional Resilience: a User’s Guide

What’s emotional resilience, and how do we get it? Find out during Anger Awareness Week 2021

A Neglected Relationship

A better relationship with yourself improves your affinity to others, explains our columnist

BAAM in The i Newspaper

We're in the newspaper formerly known as The Independent today talking about post-pandemic etiquette.

Leave Those Kids Alone

Smacking children causes anger issues, says a comprehensive UCL study.

Snake on: The Power of ‘No’

Our columnist addresses the complex nature of boundaries ahead of our June Zoomcast.

Snake on: Listening to the Inner Child

Early experiences put us in touch with our core identity, says Snake ahead of our September event.

Listen to ‘Keeping Love Alive’ Podcast Now!

The BAAM team and guests talk about intimacy, honesty, vulnerability and romance in this relationship special.

Listen to our ‘Mental Health in the Age of COVID’ podcast now!

Mike, snake and special guests discuss the psychological effects of the pandemic in our March '21 online seminar.

Mike Fisher on the Shed Talks Podcast

Mike talks anger management with host, author and Emmy-winning producer, Jeremy Thomas.

Snake on: Keeping Love Alive

Intimacy is a skill that takes a lifetime to master, says our columnist ahead of April's Zoomcast.

Gaslighting and Anger: What You Need to Know

What's 'gaslighting' really? And how can angry people avoid being a victim – or a victimiser?

Snake on: The Endless Winter

Our columnist on COVID, isolation, and emotional health ahead of our March 20 Zoomcast.

Join The Wisdom Track Podcast Sat 20 March

We're hosting a Zoom seminar on 'Mental Health in the Time of Covid' at 4pm. Find out more here.

New! Listen to The Wisdom Podcast on ‘Shame’ Now

A special workshop on 'The Tyranny of Perfection' ahead of our new weekend seminar series.

The Wisdom Podcast: Shame Workshop

Join us LIVE on Zoom (audio only) on Sat 13 Feb at 4pm for a free seminar!

Refresher Event on Zoom 2pm Sunday 21 Feb only £39

Book now to brush up your skills in a special three-hour group session.

Exploring the Impact of Shame with Snake Bloomstrand

Mistakes are inevitable. Believing you are a mistake is the most serious mistake of all, explains Snake in this month's…

Bad Temper, Fake News

Anger makes you gullible, claims best-selling author Mark Manson.

How High Achievers Make Themselves Anxious

Learn how you put undue pressure on yourself, and what you can do about it.

Discovering Your True Self: A Guide to Finding Your Path in Life

Life coaching from philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, animated by Philosophies for Life.

BAAM in The Sunday Times Magazine

Sunday Times writer Lamorna Ash joined our online group course. Read the article now.

Understanding Betrayal: Snake Bloomstrand’s Perspective

The sting is often self-inflicted, explains Snake in this month's column.

BAAM Podcast: 15 Ways to Reinvent Yourself

‘Anger Guru’ Mike Fisher offers his personal tips to reboot your mindset for a new year.

Christmas 2020 Family Row First Aid Kit

BAAM’s seven-point guide to surviving a Christmas like no other…

AAW ’20: Handling Passive Aggression with Compassion

Five tips for handling 'pass-agg' the right way.

AAW ’20: Tips to Manage Passive Aggressive Anger

During Anger Awareness Week 2020 we’re shining a light on passive aggression – what it is, and what you can do about…

AAW ‘ 20: What is Passive Aggressive Anger?

Find out the red flags for passive aggressive behaviour in yourself and others.

Press Release: Anger Awareness Week 2020

Media types can read or download the press release for Anger Awareness Week here.

Anger Awareness Week 2020

Our annual push to shed light on anger issues takes place 1-7 Dec 2020.

On Forgiveness

Ahead of our next Wisdom Track Podcast live at 4pm on Saturday 21 November, Snake Bloomstrand offers his advice on this…

Watch The Wisdom Track Podcast #5 Now!

Watch our panel examine forgiveness and reconciliation here.

How to Teach Kids about Uncertainty

Uncertainty is a complex enough subject for us adults, let alone children. But these tips can help.

Watch The Wisdom Track Podcast #4 Here

All the links to watch or listen to 'What's Love Got to Do with it?' helping couples have constructive arguments.

BAAM in The Times

Mike Fisher interviewed by The Times newspaper's women's section.

Run Away: Words from poet David Whyte

Words on the flight part of the fight-or-flight reflex from best-selling poet David Whyte.

Harnessing the Power of AI for Emotional Well-being

Exclusive to the BAAM community, in partnership with Rocky AI.

What’s Love Got to do with It?

Disagreement can be an art. ‘Snake’ Bloomstrand explains how, ahead of our next podcast.

Re-Parenting Your Inner Child

Recognise when your childhood coping mechanisms are causing issues, and learn how to calm your infant self.

Eckhart Tolle’s Guide to Difficult People

How to stay present when someone’s driving you bonkers.

Bitter, much?

How and why to move on from resentment.

BAAM Talks ‘Corona-rage’ in The Daily Telegraph

We're in the papers again, this time talking about virus safety-related outbursts…

Podcast: Interpreting the Fictitious Mind

Our panel discuss 'the inner voice' and the stories we make up to navigate life.

Compassion Trumps Empathy for Bosses

Apply compassion but be careful to empathise with your team's issues too much.

Podcast: What is ‘Practical Wisdom’?

How can ‘wisdom’ help us in the digital age? Join our expert panel and find out!

Interpreting the Fictitious Mind

Snake Bloomstrand explains how our inner narrative can frustrate and distract us – but inspire us to new heights,…

How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids

Research shows that emotional intelligence could have more bearing on their futures than IQ.

Leading with Feeling: Unleashing Emotional Intelligence for Effective Leadership

For bosses under pressure, the best bits from new book Leading with Feeling…

The Trauma Bond, Explained

Why are some relationships so hard to move on from?

Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

Sometimes short-term discomfort is a foundation for long-term contentment.

Become An Anger and Stress Management Specialist

Help Others and Learn Valuable Skills in a Growing Area

The Power of Practical Wisdom: Unveiling the Key Elements and Benefits

Leverage the human thinking now available to us all.

The Wisdom Podcast Launch Episode: Age of Rage

Listen to the first ever Wisdom Podcast from BAAM now!

All The Rage

Solicitors are paid to be level-leaded and analytical, but those same skills and motivations can also lead to anger…

How to Watch our New Wisdom Podcast

Our new podcast debuts Saturday at 4pm UK time. Find out how to watch it live here.

Upcoming: The Wisdom Podcast

BAAM’s new podcast series, broadcasting live Saturday 11 July at 4pm UK time, deep-dives into the fractious state…

Six Rules for Pressure Moments

In this podcast episode of “You Okay, Doc?” anger management specialist Mike Fisher and host Chris Cherry discuss…

Cruel Summer: Emerging from Lockdown

‘April is the cruellest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots…

Podcast: Turning Adversity into Opportunity

Our latest podcast talks about how lessons learned in Anger Management can apply to life at large. This Wisdom Track…

The Art of Being Yourself

Sounds easy, right? Like the song goes, "doing your thing's the hardest thing to do." Here's some tips.

Anger Management for Parents

Emergency tips for testing times – Mike talks to the parenting bloggers at Dad La Soul.

Anger Management Works

Learning how Anger Management can improve your life is the central focus of this informative video. It explores how…

The War is Over

The short vlog titled “The war is over” is a thought-provoking and insightful piece on the topic of anger and its…

Keep your Cool Over Yule. Christmas

In this brief video, anger management expert Mike Fisher shares some tips for managing anger and stress during the holiday…

The Authentic Self with Mike Fisher

In this video, The Anger Guru, Mike Fisher, explores the concept of the authentic self and how being true to oneself…

The rules of anger management BAAM Mike Fisher

Anger is a natural human emotion that we all experience occasionally. However, when anger becomes uncontrollable, it…

Ten anger management tips for New Year’s resolutions

  Do you find yourself losing your temper more often than you’d like? If so, you’re not alone. Everyone gets…

5 important reasons for managing anger

Anger is a normal emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. However, when anger becomes a chronic problem,…

Best way to deal with angry kids

If you’re a parent, you know that dealing with your child’s anger can be a real challenge. When your child gets…

A few examples of why people get so angry

Anger is a powerful emotion that can be difficult to control. Everyone experiences anger occasionally, but some people…

Is anger really the problem, or is it something else

Anger is often seen as a negative emotion that needs to be controlled or suppressed. But is anger really the problem,…

Keep Your Cool Over Yule

Christmas is a time of joy and happiness for many, but it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. With all the preparations…

Anger Rage Fury

Anger, rage, and fury are all intense emotions that can be triggered by a variety of situations, including interpersonal…

Anger Academy Intro

If you’re interested in becoming an anger management coach, the Anger Academy programme offered by The British Association…

An anatomy of an argument by Mike Fisher

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of an argument and wondered how it escalated so quickly? In his video “An…

Drowning in Anger – don’t be another statistic

Are You Drowning in Anger and Stress? Here’s How to Get Help Do you find yourself constantly on edge, feeling angry…

ANGER ACADEMY TRAIN WITH US

Are you looking for a career that allows you to make a positive impact on people’s lives? Consider becoming an anger…

The Distancer Anger Style Mike Fisher BAAM

Anger is a natural emotion that we all experience. Still, when it is not managed effectively, it can have a negative…

How to Save Your Relationship

Relationships can be challenging, but they can also be incredibly rewarding. If you find yourself struggling to keep…

Anger & Addictions

Overcoming Addiction and Anger: Insights from Mike Fisher, Founder of the British Association of Anger Management Are…

Enabler and Protagonist

Living with someone who struggles with anger can be a complicated and stressful situation. Anger is a powerful emotion…

Anger and Stress

Do you find yourself constantly feeling stressed and easily angered? If so, it may be time to look closer at your self-esteem.…

Perfecting Your Bedside Manner with You Okay, Doc?

Standing in the Fire with Kindness

The 18th May 2020 marks the start of Mental Health week and we thought it would be apt to explore the theme of “kindness”…

Be as angry as you want to be but express it with kindness.

The Dalai Lama suggests that kindness is his religion. This article will teach you how to make it yours. All relationships…

How to Identify Negative Core Beliefs and challenge them

Changing our behaviors is no easy task; however, when it comes to negative core beliefs, tackling these thought patterns…

Anger and Shame: How Shame is a Defender Against Anger

Anger and Shame: How Shame is a Defender Against Anger Take a moment and think about how you act: are you quick to slamming…

Anger and Mental Health Issues

Anger and Mental Health Issues Anger management difficulties can be related to numerous mental health issues. Depression,…

Ten Different Goals to Consider for 2020

Ten Different Goals to Consider for 2020 We all get angry and stressed at times, but for some of us, the anger and stress…

Understanding & Coping with the Christmas Blues

Understanding & Coping with the Christmas Blues The stress of the festive season often triggers a whole range of…

Riding the Rapids

Riding the Rapids will offer you the key skills and tools in understanding how to identify the trigger points and strategically…

How to Deal With Angry People

How to Deal With Angry People in the Workplace, In the Family, In Public Anger is a defence mechanism when it gets out…

How to Control Your Anger

How to Control Your Anger Everyone reacts differently to different scenarios and anger is a completely natural response…

The Consequences of acting out in Anger

Why it’s best not to avoid attending an anger management course: The consequences of acting out in anger Anger is…

Low Self-Esteem and Anger

Low Self-Esteem and Anger Under the right circumstances, an outburst of anger is natural and justified and is designed…

Benefits of Enrolling in an Anger Management Course

Benefits of Enrolling in an Anger Management Course Anger, a natural feeling. Just like the rest of our feelings. However,…

The Effects of Stress and Anger

Do you know that anger and stress (fear) are emotional expressions that are strongly related? I’m guessing you know…

Why Self-Esteem is More Important Than Confidence

Why Self-Esteem is More Important Than Confidence and What’s the Difference? Self-esteem is a fundamental building…

How to Use Stress to Increase Your Self-Esteem

How to Use Stress to Increase Your Self-Esteem and Remain Positive Under Pressure Stress, when channelled correctly,…

What is The Cost of Your Anger?

What is The Cost of Your Anger? Have you thought about the many different aspects relating to the cost of uncontrolled,…

Best Ways To Beat Stress

Best Ways To Beat Stress Stress has the solution within the word. Rest plus two syllables to spare. Yes…yes…It…

Shame Test

Shame is a self-conscious emotion resulting from feelings of personal inadequacy, dishonour and disgrace.…

Communication styles

Three Communication Styles, which one you are? (Tick as many boxes that apply to you)   Submit your results along…

The internet stole my children

Mike Fisher Founder and director, British Association of Anger Management My background includes training in psycho…

Don’t let Holidays destroy your life!

Our Anger Management courses can show you how to stop that from happening! Holidays are wonderful periods to rest and…

The Five Faces of Anger

WHICH FACE OF ANGER ARE YOU? BY MIKE FISHER EXRACT FROM HIS BEST SELLING BOOK – BEATING ANGER The five faces of…

The Protection Instinct

You may find in life that some individuals are more guarded than others. For example they may talk freely about some…

No Need For Closure

Sometimes you do not get closure. You do not get an explanation or an apology. To find peace within yourself you will…

Mad About Miscommunication

Miscommunication or crossed-wires can cause anger. This is because we as humans do not like to feel like we are misunderstood.…

Why parents are getting angrier

Why parents are getting angrier: ‘Children are bored out of their skulls with real life’ “It’s hard to know…

Mind Your Mindset: LET IT GO

“Every day we have plenty of opportunities to get angry, stressed or offended. But what you’re doing when…

Why anger coaches are desperately needed in the world

As the world seems to be getting angrier, the need for anger coaches to help manage anger and stress is increasing exponentially,…

Anger and Addiction

Anger is often the root of an addict’s problem. Unfortunately, substance abusers, drug addicts and alcoholics do not…

Do violent video games influence anger?

We live in a society which seems to promote anger, violence and aggression.  We cannot go a day where we look at our…

Are Women Getting Angrier or More Comfortable Expressing Anger?

Historically, women have not been able or allowed to express their feelings due to their submissive roles. Therefore…

Britain is Getting Angrier

Britain is getting angrier. Which is not surprising as our media seems to encourage violence. We, as a society, have…

Abandonment and Anger

If you suffer from anger issues, it could be due to the rage that you feel from being abandoned. This anger has the…

Fatigue, Stress and Irritability

You should be able to feel refreshed and revitalised after a decent night’s sleep, being able to work the whole day…

Heartbreak and Pain

Your brain is drowned in dopamine and oxytocin the “happy chemicals” or neurotransmitters of the brain. When the…

Why Does Being Rejected Make Us Angry?

There is no denying that rejection hurts, but why is it that it brings up feelings of anger? Feeling loved and accepted…