Episode 22: When Anger Hijacks You

3.10.26 | Skills | 52 min

Anger can feel explosive, overwhelming, or hard to control and for many of us, it shows up in ways we later regret. One person blows up. Another shuts down. The moment passes, but the tension lingers.

In this episode, we unpack what anger actually is (and what it’s not), why it so often masks more vulnerable emotions like fear, shame, or guilt, and how our go-to reactions can be effective in the short term but damaging over time. Through real, honest conversations about parenting, partnership, work stress, and everyday conflict, we introduce the DBT skill Check the Facts and walk through practical tools to help you slow down, reduce impulsivity, and respond to anger in a way that aligns with your values, not just your urges.

Music Credit: Nathan Byrne with Reel Byrne Media.