Dr. Christian Conte

ENCORE: The Physiology of Anger, Part 1
December 16, 2021
Anger takes a toll. The psychology of anger ranks with smoking, poor diet, and lack of exercise as a major cardiovascular risk factor. In these angry and polarized times, social media and politics actually monetize anger; they attempt to stoke our emotions to service our consumer society or push a button for one or another candidate. Dr. Christian Conte is a Level V Anger Management Specialist and author of "Walking Through Anger: A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotionally Charged World." He details "Yield Theory," a revolutionary method for de-escalating conflict, promoting clear communication―and changing the way you relate to others in every part of your life. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Physiology of Anger, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Christian Conte, author of "Walking Through Anger: A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotionally Charged World." Click HERE for part 1.

Reentry Anxiety, Part 1
May 20, 2021
We're hearing mixed messages regarding Covid 19. On the one hand, things are getting better, but on the other hand, we’ve been marinating in fear and paranoia for months. This is posing a dilemma for many people. Some are ready to bust out, but for others, this easing of restrictions is anxiety-provoking. Anger management specialist Dr. Christian Conte has practical tips for easing the anxiety of reentry. He also discusses how to be mindful of your own confirmation bias. Click HERE for part 2.

Reentry Anxiety, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Level V Anger Management Specialist, Dr. Christian Conte. Click HERE for part 1.

Strategies for Weathering Adversity, Part 1
December 23, 2020
It’s the Winter Solstice. Many are experiencing the holidays this year as a time of gloom and deprivation. Psychologist Dr. Christian Conte joins us to help reframe our experiences, using his unique insights dealing with hardened criminal inmates. Why “confirmation bias” leads us astray; how fear has been transmuted into anger and polarization during the pandemic. Dr. Conte offers constructive strategies for weathering adversity. Let’s all be kind to ourselves this holiday season and acknowledge our resilience in the face of the unprecedented challenges of 2020, and look forward with hope, generosity, and wisdom in the New Year. Click HERE for part 2.

Strategies for Weathering Adversity, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Psychologist Dr. Christian Conte. Click HERE for part 1.

Tips on Dealing With COVID-19 Mental Stress, Part 1
May 7, 2020
Dr. Christian Conte, author of "Walking Through Anger: A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotionally Charged World," offers tips on dealing with Covid-19 mental stress. Dr. Conte is an internationally-recognized mental health specialist and has attained a level V certification in anger management. How to counteract catastrophic thinking; What lessons can be derived from Dr. Conte’s work with prison inmates (we’re all under lockdown now!)? Ways to defuse angry outbursts; How to talk to kids about the coronavirus; How journaling can help us cope with anxiety; The insights Dr. Conte’s Yield Theory can impart to the current crisis. Click HERE for part 2.

Tips on Dealing With COVID-19 Mental Stress, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with internationally-recognized mental health specialist Dr. Christian Conte. Click HERE for part 1.