The Future of Wellness
This is The Future of Wellness, your go-to resource for the art of wellbeing and the science of self-transformation. Explore a holistic approach to life with world-class experts as we uncover the tools and traditions of consciousness transformation. From energy healing to ayurveda, somatic therapies to neuroscience, meditation to enlightenment – we believe the most interesting things happen at the boundaries of disciplines. Whether you’re curious about holistic wellness or deeply committed to your inner work, this podcast is an invaluable guide to unlocking your inner potential. Hosted by Christabel Armsden and Keith Parker, founders of Field Dynamics.
The Future of Wellness
Mastering Anger Management: Tools for Emotional Regulation with Dr. Christian Conte
Dr. Christian Conte is one of America's most accomplished mental health specialists in the field of anger and emotional management. In this episode, he shares the deeper principles behind Yield Theory - a powerful model of change that integrates radical compassion, conscious education, and Eastern philosophical insights such as non-attachment. With over twenty-five years of clinical experience, including extensive work with violent offenders, Dr. Conte brings grounded clarity to some of the most challenging emotional landscapes. Central to his approach is the idea that anger often arises not from what’s happening, but from the clash between our expectations and reality. He introduces the concept of the “cartoon world” - a mental projection of how we think others should behave - and how its collapse gives rise to frustration and rage. By recognizing these inner dynamics, we gain the ability to respond thoughtfully, rather than reactively. Dr. Conte shares practical, accessible tools for real-time emotional regulation. His “maybe” technique invites uncertainty into rigid thinking, helping to calm the limbic system by engaging the frontal cortex. His “sans adjectives” method shows how stripping emotionally charged language from our descriptions can reduce escalation and bring clarity. We also explore the interplay between the body and mind in shaping emotional states, the differences between types of anger - from hot anger to seething resentment - and the necessity of humility and present-moment awareness in therapeutic work. He reflects on his personal journey into this field, what it has taught him about human behavior, and why meeting people exactly where they are is essential for real connection and change. This conversation offers both practical insights and a deeper invitation: to meet ourselves and others with presence, precision, and radical compassion.
Author of numerous books including Walking Through Anger, Dr. Conte is the creator of Yield Theory. His books are used by institutions around the world to train counselors. He currently trains correctional institutions, sports teams, and organizations in the practical application of his Yield Theory Anger Management Program. He was a tenured professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, before he left the West Coast to return to his home state of Pennsylvania where he currently lives with his wife and daughter.
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