Redefining Anger: Bronwyn Schweigerdt on Healing, Shame, and Authentic Connections

About this episode

Roxanne Derhodge and Bronwyn Schweigerdt discuss the complexities of anger, its connection to shame and mental health, and strategies for fostering authentic relationships.

Join Roxanne Derhodge and Bronwyn Schweigerdt as they tackle the complex topic of anger. Bronwyn shares her personal journey, exploring the link between suppressed anger and depression, and its physical effects. They redefine anger as a tool for resolution and discuss the impact of invalidating childhood anger. Discover how shame influences adult behavior and workplace conflicts, intertwining with anger in therapy. Hear personal stories of overcoming shame, strategies for managing global anxiety, and depression. Bronwyn introduces her podcast "Angry at the Right Things" and shares methods for fostering authentic connections.

People in this episode

Host: Roxanne Derhodge

Guest: Bronwyn Schweigerdt

Topics covered

• anger
• shame
• mental health
• authentic connections
• depression
• therapy

Keywords

• anger
• shame
• depression
• mental health
• therapy
• authentic connections
• workplace conflicts

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Angry at the Right Things

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