Anger Management Institute

Test Your Anger!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Saturday, 1 October 2016 10:55:28 -0600

Scott Herrold interviews Lynette Hoy, author of "What's Good About Anger?" about how to measure the level of your anger. Learn about road rage and the 'elevator story'!

SOS Radio Interview

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wednesday, 20 July 2016 10:55:28 -0600

Scott Herrold interviews Lynette Hoy, author of "What's Good About Anger?" about the anger and violence happening in our lives and society today and how to handle it positively and effectively.

Controlling the Rage Within

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thursday, 30 June 2016 10:55:28 -0600

How do you respond when a family member or co-worker is rude to you? Do you tell him/her off? Stuff your anger and blow up later? Learn three steps to interrupt anger and respond in a healthy way.

Ventilation of Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thursday, 23 June 2016 10:55:28 -0600

Many people think that letting anger out or catharsis of anger reduces anger escalation. Some parents and groups teach children to rip up magazines and throw things when they get angry. What really happens when you get angry and let it all out?

Steps for Managing Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 14:55:28 -0600

Anger is a strong emotion which can ruin your life. On the other hand, anger can be managed no matter what circumstances you face or skills you may be deficient. in. Here are some steps to help you really manage your anger and achieve healthy goals in life.

When Love Turns to Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Tue, 4 Aug 2009 18:48:18 -0500

This Marriage 101 interview with Lynette Hoy, Anger Management Specialist, focuses on how couples can deal with the anger that is a normal part of every relationship.

Anger and Divorce

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:10:31 -0600

The helplessness that results from divorce can trigger so much anger. The way you handle anger can be redirected into a positive force in your life. Divorce Today host, Stephanie McCracken discusses anger with Anger Management Counselor Lynette Hoy. Hoy's newest book, What's Good About Anger looks at the positive change that can be triggered by refocusing our anger.

Anger in the Workplace

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:12:19 -0500

Today's program is about anger. Do you know someone whose angry behavior affects or threatens you, your colleagues or family members? Has this anger reached the point where legal problems arise or others threaten retaliation that might seriously disrupt a company's workforce in the form of reduction in motivation or productivity, high rates of employee turnover and absenteeism, or even workplace violence? Have your clients or customers complained or threatened to go elsewhere? Or is anger a feeling with which you struggle? Do you react to a situation rather than think it through? Do you find yourself stuck in your anger and blaming or punishing others for your pain? If these questions have resonance with you either at work or at home, this program might be of great interest. My guest is Lynette Hoy who specializes as an Anger Coach.

Angry Relationships!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:12:20 -0500

Handling someone who is angry is tricky. Learn strategies for defusing someone else's anger.

Anger Management Made Easy!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 17:32:55 -0600

Here are 4 steps for overcoming problem anger. Discover how anger control is achievable no matter what circumstances you face or skills you may lack!

Anger Hurts Kids!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:19:26 -0600

Children from homes characterized by anger and conflict are more likely to develop problems in school, relationships, with drugs and the law. Consider the harmful consequences and first steps that parents can change in Part One of this series.

Say No to Angry Clashes!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 16:26:05 -0500

Anger and conflict often go hand-in-hand. Here are some practical ways to manage conflict and prevent angry clashes.
Today's techniques will help you manage relationship conflicts. Learn how to sum-up what people say and then, how to communicate your need and viewpoint assertively. These skills will help you effectively work through conflict and manage anger in relationships!

Make Anger Work for You!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 12:36:45 -0500

Discover how to make anger work for you rather than against you. Today's techniques will help you stop the negative consequences of anger and teach you to strategically express anger and needs tactfully, solve problems and build healthy relationships!

Intoxicating Anger!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Tue, 3 Jul 2007 14:17:26 -0500

Anger can be a habit we can't kick. Anger often keeps us from feeling anything else! When you are intoxicated with anger - you don't really get what you want in life. Here are some steps to help you discover how anger can be a good force in your life!

The Guilty & The Angry!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 2 Jun 2007 16:19:53 -0500

Why is it that when you feel anger - you feel guilty? Isn't anger normal? Can't anger be a good thing? Still the feeling of anger generally results in feelings of guilt. Here's a way to check out whether your guilt over anger is true or false.

Talk-Out Your Anger!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thu, 3 May 2007 19:14:39 -0500

Anger is an emotion which needs to be expressed. Most people tend to hold anger in or explode. Some use manipulation. Learn how to assertively express your anger and get your needs met without squashing others.

The Anger-Trust Connection

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 13:52:27 -0500

How can you rebuild trust when you are angry with someone? Is there any hope? What needs to happen to break the cycle of anger and distrust? Here are some insights and tips for restoring broken relationships with your spouse or significant other when trust has been violated.

Is it Anger or Abuse?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 14:08:19 -0500

How do you know when someone is just angry or is being abusive? Here are some insights to help you recognize anger and how domestic abuse and battering differs.

Talk Yourself Out of Anger!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 9 Mar 2007 12:54:08 -0600

Its hard to believe that what you say to yourself can actually trigger and escalate your anger! Learn how to defuse anger through some simple self-talk messages!

Anger's Ugly Consequences

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 15:00:00 -0600

The consequences of anger can be very costly. Broken relationships. Legal problems. Job loss. You can prevent negative consequences by learning to manage your anger. Here are some insights to help you commit to change anger for good!

When Love Gets Angry

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 17:00:00 -0600

Why do lovers hurt each other so easily? Learn about some of the issues which can cause anger in loving relationships and how to take steps to love your partner more deeply.

Anger, Forgiveness and Consequences

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 2 Feb 2007 17:00:00 -0600

What if someone continues to abuse or disrespect you? How can you let anger go and be free of resentment towards those who have hurt you so badly? This episode covers how to forgive and how relationships may need to change despite forgiveness.

4 Q's to Disarming Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 17:00:00 -0600

Anger and conflict is widespread resulting in negative emotional, mental, relational and spiritual consequences. Here are four questions to move you out of the pit of anger and break the destructive patterns that often lead to broken relationships and violence.

Growing Up with Anger and Violence

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 17:00:00 -0600

Anger and conflict in the home is widespread and causes negative emotional, mental and spiritual consequences. How can you be a change agent and help break the pattern that often leads to violence?

Victim of Anger?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 17:00:00 -0600

Anger can be an overwhelming emotion that makes us feel like we have no control over it. Discover tools which will empower you to cope with stress and anger in healthy and effective ways.

Why Get Mad Over Things that Don't Matter?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Thu, 4 Jan 2007 17:00:00 -0600

Here's a look at what contributes to anger and how to overcome the tendency to get mad over insignificant issues.

The Ultimate Antidote for Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 17:00:00 -0600

Forgiveness is the only way to resolve anger. Forgiveness is a difficult topic because it calls us as human beings to a higher standard of grace and mercy. But when we don't forgive we run into a greater human dilemma: that of unforgiveness which keeps the fires of anger burning.

Is Anger Always Sinful?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 9 Dec 2006 17:00:00 -0600

Most religious people believe anger is wrong. Many don't act on their anger when injustice is taking place. Learn what it means to 'be angry and not sin'.

Road Rage Remedy!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sun, 3 Dec 2006 17:00:00 -0600

Take a survey to find out if you are a 'road rager'. Learn motivators and techniques to prevent raging and it's negative consequences.

Road Rage Tirade!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

In today’s podcast Lynette describes how stress, hot self-talk and pressure provoke aggression on the road and how to prevent this common but, hazardous behavior.

What IS Good About Anger?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

In today’s podcast Lynette describes that anger is good when it is governed by self-control, motivated by compassion and desires what is right.

Managing Anger with EI!

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

In today’s podcast Lynette describes how EI and empathy skills can greatly modify your reaction to anger and enhance your relationships.

Express Your Anger Effectively

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

You can hold your anger in or explode but, it will cost you. In today's podcast Lynette shares the best way to express anger.

Do You Have Hidden Anger?

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

Many people feel that all anger is wrong and should not be expressed. This episode explores the symptoms of hidden anger and the harm it can cause.

Epidemic of Anger and Rudeness

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

There is a rising tide of anger and rudeness in our society. This episode provides keys for stemming the tide.

Why We Like Anger So Much

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

Anger is a complex emotion - one which is hard to process and manage. This episode describes some of the reasons we hang on to anger so tightly.

Breaking Out of Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 17:00:00 -0600

The emotion of anger takes over very quickly. Before you know it - anger has gone awry. Lynette talks about how to take control of anger before it controls you.

You Hold the Key to Managing Anger

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 19:00:00 -0600

Today Lynette talks about how you can control your anger and how you can react to triggers more effectively. Listen in for quick tips on managing anger.

Anger and Expectations

counselor@hoyweb.com (Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, Anger Management Specialist) — Wed, 8 Nov 2006 19:00:00 -0600

Today we discuss the impact of expectations on anger and how to challenge these inner triggers. Listen in for quick tips on managing anger.