21. What is your intent when you respond in anger?

When you react in anger, what is your intent? Often it's to lash out; the reflective and thoughtful part of your brain is taken out of picture. But if you think of a really clever and biting response, what do you hope will be the result of those words? It’s unlikely to persuade. More likely it’s a quasi-cognitive-orgasmic release of F*&k You. We Discuss: [00:00:29] The fires outside and in; [00:01:22] Considering your intent in responses; [00:04:17] When you react in anger, what is your intent? [00:04:55] How being in an extended legal action made me a monster while fighting a monster; [00:07:29] Responding with hate vs wisdom. For complete and detailed show notes, previous episodes, or to sign up for our newsletter: https://www.stimuluspodcast.com/ If you like what you hear on Stimulus and use Apple/iTunes as your podcatcher, please consider leaving a review of the show. I read all the reviews and, more importantly, so do potential guests. Thanks in advance! Interested in