From Anger to Forgiveness

by Earnie Larsen, Carol Larsen Hagerty

In this understanding and supportive guide, renowned writer, lecturer, and counselor Earnie Larsen lays out a new strategy for identifying and facing up to our underground reservoirs of resentment and rage and moving beyond them to forgiveness. Gently, patiently, he teaches us that we can learn how to reclaim the power that anger has over us, and restablish relationships and rebuild bridges that might have been burned--as we move forward toward a new serenity and understanding of ourselves, and the hidden needs that have kept us stuck and helpless.

Genres: Self Help, Psychology

208 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published September 23, 1992

About the author

Earnie Larsen was a nationally known author and lecturer. A pioneer in the field of recovery from addictive behaviors and the originator of the process known as Stage II Recovery, Earnie authored numerous curricula, DVD's, audio CDs and books with Hazelden and other publishers, including his 2010 Hazelden book, Now That You're Sober: Week by Week Guidance from Your Recovery Coach, written with his sister, Carol Hegarty.
With degrees from Loyola University and the University of Minnesota, Earnie had been a counselor for over 40 years.

Reviews

[Pamela Hamilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author of this book, From Anger to Forgiveness has a very unique perspective as an Addiction Counselor who grew up in the Catholic faith. He explains the many faces of anger - depression, smoldering rage, the fidgets, secret keeping, feeling victimized or switching addictions and helps the reader recognize the power that anger has had in their lives. He gives insight for helping reestablish relationships and rebuild bridges in order to move forward to a new serenity and understanding of ourselves and the hidden needs that have kept us stuck. This is a must read for anyone in recovery!

[Meltemmm Ş. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Anger to Forgiveness by Earnie Larsen is a powerful self-help book that guides readers through a deep exploration of the roots of anger and how to transform it into forgiveness. Larsen breaks down the process into clear, actionable steps, making it easier for readers to understand their emotions and move toward healing. The book is filled with insightful sections and thought-provoking questions that encourage self-reflection and personal growth. For anyone on a journey of self-discovery, this book offers valuable tools to break free from the grip of anger and embrace the transformative power of forgiveness. It's a practical and deeply moving read for those looking to foster emotional peace and resilience.

[Alexa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some good thoughts, but needed editing and developing. I'll read it again, though