In this episode, Dr. K takes a hard look at anger, violence, and why some men seem to lose control. Using the Raja Jackson situation as a case study, he unpacks how hurt, ego, and value systems can pile up until anger explodes.
Dr. K breaks down:
How “perceived value systems” shape what we see as respect or disrespect
The hidden role of hurt and ... Show More
Mar 2025
Men's Work Session - Healing A Past Full Of Anger
Talking points: anger, trauma, relationshipsThis is an essential episode for two reasons. One, it clearly shows how emotions and behaviors get passed down not just in mind but in body. Two, this episode also shows there are men out there doing real work—and they're committed to i ... Show More
32m 7s
May 2024
Managing The “Fight” Response: Anger, Repression, and Self-Regulation
Dr. Rick and Forrest continue their series on the stress responses with the “fight” response to stress. They explore anger, repression, and the balance of self-expression and self-regulation before talking about how we can claim the adaptive aspects of the fight response without ... Show More
1h 10m
Apr 2020
50. "Over it" How to Deal with Anger & Confrontational People
<p>Hey girl!</p> <p>In this episode, we talk about dealing with angry and confrontational people, how to deal with our own anger when we feel offended and/or attacked, and how to respond to the narcissists in our lives who try to elicit reactions out of us. In this episode, we al ... Show More
15m 50s
Oct 2025
The Toxic Fuel That’s Destroying Your Motivation - Dr K HealthyGamer - #1007
Dr K is a psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School instructor, co-founder of Healthy GamerGG, Twitch streamer and a YouTuber. Why are we driven by what destroys us? Using anger or jealousy can spark our motivation, but when it goes too far, it consumes us. What are healthier ways to ... Show More
2h 53m
Oct 2023
#83: Stop Letting Anger Control Your Life
<p>Anger is a natural emotion, but unless you know how to use if for good, it can corrupt and manipulate you in the worst ways. In this episode, Arnold shares new research that shares all of the way anger can lead to bad decisions and harm your health. You'll also learn why m ... Show More
7m 58s
May 2022
Working with Anger: Costs and Benefits, Repression, and the "Empty Boat"
Anger is one of the most complex, demanding, and difficult emotions we deal with on a regular basis, in part because it has both many costs and many uses. It burdens our bodies, relationships, and the world around us. And at the same time, there is a vital energy associated with ... Show More
53m 4s