Overcoming Hurts and Anger: Finding Freedom from Negative Emotions

by Dwight Carlson

With its updated cover, the classic bestseller Overcoming Hurts & Anger (500,000 copies sold) continues to help readers find the love and acceptance they long for by teaching them how to handle strong emotions constructively. God-given emotions help people evaluate and cope with the world around them. But when they’re intense they can be overwhelming and harmful. And often Christians are told to ignore their anger and “be happy.” Packed with real-life illustrations from Dr. Carlson’s counseling practice, Overcoming Hurts & Anger encourages readers as they In easy-to-understand language, Dwight shows readers how to approach people and circumstances in ways that keep communication open, handle problems as they arise, and keep God’s love, mercy, and grace flowing.

160 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 2015

Reviews

[C.S. Areson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I appreciated this book. Too often people come to anger with the idea it is bad or great but few take the true middle ground that it has its place but can be horrible if not used in its place. This gives a balanced approach.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like books that are practical and this one has some practical tips!

[Linda Callahan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. Practical and easy to apply.

[Cris Estes · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not a Christian but I found a lot of the techniques and insights to be helpful nonetheless.

[Valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Teens and adults.
Christian perspective of boundaries, perspective, resiliency and healing.