Walking Through Anger: A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotionally Charged World

by Christian Conte Ph.D.

Overview

Listen. Validate. Explore Options.
These are the three essential components of Yield Theory™. In this clear and practical guide, you’ll learn Dr. Christian Conte’s revolutionary method for de-escalating conflict, promoting clear communication—and changing the way you relate to others in every part of your life.

With Forewords by:
Ron Potter-Efron, MSW, PhD, author of Angry All the Time and co-author of Letting Go of Anger and John Wetzel, secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections

“Highly recommended! Dr. Conte engagingly offers an evolved and insightful perspective on how to effectively deal with one of the most significant issues of our time. If you are interested in an authentic solution to anger and conflict in today’s world—read this book.”
—Rich Pfeiffer, MDiv, PhD, author of Anger Management Workbook and Curriculum, president of the National Anger Management Association (NAMA)

“In this truly excellent self-help book, Dr. Christian Conte teaches us that rather than ignoring conflict and anger, the solution is to “walk through” and experience them. In ten clear and engrossing chapters, he offers both a powerful philosophy by which to live life and an evidence-based set of procedures to help you do so. His Yield Theory™ approach to authentically listening to others with compassion, validating their thoughts and feelings, and exploring options for problem resolution is the cornerstone of conflict reduction and self-improvement. Read this book and you will surely move forward towards personal happiness.”
—Howard Kassinove, PhD, ABPP, author of Anger Management: The Complete Treatment Guide for Practitioners and coauthor of Anger Management for Everyone:

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781683642589
Publisher:	Sounds True, Incorporated
Publication date:	10/29/2019
Pages:	232
Sales rank:	232,247
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Christian Conte, PhD, is a licensed professional counselor, a certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and a Level V (highest level) Anger Management Specialist from the National Anger Management Association. He is co-host of USA Network’s The Secret Life of Kids and is a frequent guest on many national and local programs, including Good Day, ESPN Radio, and CBS’s KDKA. His Yield Theory training has generated successful results for violent criminals, family therapy, and professional athletes. Visit drchristianconte.com.

Table of Contents

Foreword John Wetzel ix

Foreword Ron Potter-Efron xi

Introduction 1

1 Yield Theory

Compassion as the Cornerstone of Communication 9

2 How Yield Theory Works

Listen, Validate, Explore Options 19

3 Acceptance

Meeting Others Where They Are 37

4 Authenticity

Operating from Essence 49

5 Compassion

Overcoming Anger 67

6 Nonattachment

Letting Go of Ego 83

7 Conscious Education

Plato's Cave and the Expansion of Understanding 105

8 Creativity

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All Problem Solving 127

9 Mindfulness

Being in the Conflict 147

10 The Five Errors of Communication

What Not to Do! 171

Epilogue 189

Acknowledgments 191

Appendix A Essentials of Yield Theory 193

Appendix B Teaching Tales 197

About the Author 211

Editorial Reviews

Highly recommended! Dr. Conte engagingly offers an evolved and insightful perspective on how to effectively deal with one of the most significant issues of our time. If you are interested in an authentic solution to anger and conflict in today’s world—read this book."
—Rich Pfeiffer, MDiv, PhD, author of Anger Management Workbook and Curriculum, president of the National Anger Management Association (NAMA)

“In this truly excellent self-help book, Dr. Christian Conte teaches us that rather than ignoring conflict and anger, the solution is to “walk through” and experience them. In ten clear and engrossing chapters, he offers both a powerful philosophy by which to live life and an evidence-based set of procedures to help you do so. His Yield Theory approach to authentically listening to others with compassion, validating their thoughts and feelings, and exploring options for problem resolution is the cornerstone of conflict reduction and self-improvement. Read this book and you will surely move forward towards personal happiness.”

—Howard Kassinove, PhD, ABPP, author of Anger Management: The Complete Treatment Guide for Practitioners and coauthor of Anger Management for Everyone: Seven Proven Ways to Control Anger and Live a Happier Life

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