Dear Abby: I want to be a devoted father, husband. Will my anger issues get in the way?
- The writer, Joseph from Massachusetts, expresses concern about his inherited anger issues and their impact on his future family life.
- Joseph acknowledges that while he has not been violent, he struggles with managing his anger during arguments.
- Dear Abby advises Joseph on recognizing triggers for his anger and suggests her booklet for managing emotions.
- The letter emphasizes the importance of teaching anger management and dispute resolution in schools.
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Dear Abby: I want to deal with my anger better than my dad did
DEAR ABBY: I have anger issues that were passed down among the men in my family. My mother is a strong woman and wouldn't let my father get away with too much, but still, the impact is there. As a young adult, I realize I am exhibiting some of the same behavior as my dad.I've never raised a hand to anyone. I can hang onto my cool when arguing with my girlfriend. I usually ask her calmly to lower her voice and change her tone. When she gets anima…
Dear Abby: Son determined not to repeat father’s anger outbursts
DEAR ABBY: I have anger issues that were passed down among the men in my family. My mother is a strong woman and wouldn’t let my father get away with too much, but still, the impact is there. As a young adult, I realize I am exhibiting some of the same behavior as my dad.
Dear Abby: I want to be a devoted father, husband. Will my anger issues get in the way?
DEAR ABBY: I have anger issues that were passed down among the men in my family. My mother is a strong woman and wouldn’t let my father get away with too much, but still, the impact is there. As a young adult, I realize I am exhibiting some of the same behavior as my dad. I’ve never raised a hand to anyone. I can hang onto my cool when arguing with my girlfriend. I usually ask her calmly to lower her voice and change her tone. When she gets anim…
Dear Abby: I want to keep anger issues in check before I erupt
DEAR ABBY: I have anger issues that were passed down among the men in my family. My mother is a strong woman and wouldn’t let my father get away with too much, but still, the impact is there. As a young adult, I realize I am exhibiting some of the same behavior as my dad.
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