When someone pushes your buttons, your brain goes into fight mode. But Scott Swain’s Chapter 8 shows how to pause, get curious about what they really need, and respond with your brain instead of emotions.
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Feeling stuck in anger? You’re not alone.
When someone pushes your buttons, your brain goes into fight mode. Your heart races. Your thoughts spiral. You say things you regret later.
But what if there was a better way?
Scott Swain’s Chapter 8 shows you how to flip the script. Instead of letting anger control you, you learn to get curious about what’s really happening.
Here’s the game-changer: When you feel that anger rising, pause and ask yourself – what is this person actually trying to tell me? What do they need right now?
This isn’t about being a pushover. It’s about using your brain instead of your emotions to handle conflict.
The chapter walks you through practical steps:
– Catch yourself before you react
– Look for the real message behind their words
– Respond with “I” statements instead of accusations
– Find something you both actually agree on
It works because you’re using cognitive empathy – understanding without getting emotionally hijacked.
One reader said it completely changed how she talks to her teenage daughter. Another guy used it to save his marriage.
Ready to trade anger for actual solutions? Check out Chapter 8 of “A Practical EmPath: Rewire Your Mind.”
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