EP 4 - Why Am I So Angry?

"Anger is the frustration of a N.E.E.D.: a Need, Entitlement, Expectation or Demand." - Rabbi Mordecai FinleyWhere does anger come from? Why do we find ourselves at the mercy of its power? How do we keep ourselves from the regret of having to wonder, "Why did I just say/do that?!" As with anything, it starts with AWARENESS... to be able to watch emotions rise up within you is the first key to unlocking the antidote. In a solocast that uses the insights of American presidents, the Buddha, famed psychologists and religious mystics alike, Tom describes his concerns with the prevalence of anger in discourse, as well as how we come to understand the emotional origins. At the conclusion of this podcast, there is an invaluable outline of how the acknowledgments and agreements we hold ourselves to can make all the difference in combating angry impulses.Some resources discussed:Jordan Peterson's interview with Robert Greene, author of 48 Laws of PowerPaul Saladino's interview with THE LIVER KINGRich Roll's interview with Rabbi Mordecai Finley on YouTubeRabbi Finley's websiteThe Power of Story by Dr. Jim Loehr  Thank you for listening to Who's to Say? with Tom Foolery. Please leave a review and visit my site to connect with more content and resources. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit homecourthealth.substack.com