The Debrief: Rage, Rinse, Repeat

Summary
In this conversation, Caroline and Hila delve into the complexities of 'mom rage.' The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the biopsychosocial model of anger, the impact of social dynamics on emotional health, and the significance of recognizing triggers that contribute to anger responses. They also provide insights on navigating the anger cycle and making effective choices in emotional situations. Caroline and Hila also discuss how to navigate anger and other strong emotions within relationships and provide practical strategies for emotional regulation. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with anger, particularly in the context of motherhood.

Takeaways

• Anger is a common yet under-resourced topic, especially among new moms.
• Anger can signal areas where we need to take action or protect ourselves.
• The biopsychosocial model helps contextualize anger in a holistic way.
• Sleep deprivation, hormonal changes, social isolation, and experiences of unfairness are common in motherhood and can exacerbate feelings of anger and frustration.
• Recognizing the anger cycle can help in managing emotional responses.
• Making mood independent choices can lead to more effective outcomes. It's important to communicate your emotional state to your partner.
• Repairing relationships after conflict is essential for emotional health.
• It's normal to experience anger; the goal is to manage it effectively.

Chapters

00:42
Exploring Anger and Mom Rage

04:58
Understanding the Biopsychosocial Model of Anger

09:57
The Impact of Social Dynamics on Anger

15:01
Triggers and Schemas in Anger Responses

18:58
Navigating the Anger Cycle

23:45
Cooling Down Techniques for Anger Management

30:00
Understanding and Validating Anger

35:03
Personal Experiences with Anger and Conflict Resolution

Links:

• Alice's Episode
• Kayla's Episode
• PMR

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