Porcia's Porch : A Stoic Community for Women
Porcia’s Porch Presents: Anger Part 2 - Minimizing Escalation & Transmuting Anger
"People whose bodies are in a good condition can endure heat and cold, and in the same way, people whose souls are in a good condition can put up with anger, grief, joy, and all the other passions."
(Epictetus, Epictetus the Complete Works: Handbook, Discourses, and Fragments, ed. & tr. Robin Waterfield (2022), Fragment 20)
Join us for the second part of our exploration into anger through the Stoic lens, this time focusing on how we can manage, minimize, and transmute anger effectively in our daily lives as modern women. In this session, we'll delve deeper into techniques that help us recognize early signs of anger, apply Stoic exercises, and use anger constructively as a force for positive change.
What we’ll cover:
Recognizing Anger Early:
How anger manifests (passive-aggressive behaviors, explosive reactions)
Identifying personal triggers and early warning signs of escalation
Techniques to Manage and Transmute Anger:
Stoic Strategies (Stoic pause, Negative visualization)
Strategies from the articles
Directing Anger Into Constructive Action:
Assertiveness: Communicating anger in a healthy, direct way
Defusing anger with humor: Lightening emotional tension
Channeling anger for justice, boundary-setting, and personal growth
Reflection: How anger clarifies our values and signals areas for change
Personal Approaches & Challenges:
Sharing personalized techniques for handling anger
Discussing the unique challenges we face when trying to implement these strategies
Managing Others' Anger:
De-escalation techniques (active listening, empathy, emotional distance)
Setting boundaries and protecting your energy
This meeting will provide a safe space for reflection, discussion, and sharing of personal experiences on how anger can be managed, transformed, and ultimately used as a tool for personal empowerment and collective action.
Articles to read for topic of discussion:
How Would Socrates Deal with Anger : Powerful CBT strategies on minimizing anger
The September Issue of the Stoic Gym : Various articles with strategies and Stoic perspectives
What to Expect from Porcia's Porch every month
A safe and supportive environment for open discussion and connection
Insights into Stoic philosophy and its relevance to everyday life
Opportunities to share your experiences and learn from others
A community of like-minded women committed to personal growth
Themed Topics, Prompts, and/or Exercises
Who Should Attend:
Women interested in Stoic philosophy and its application
Those seeking a supportive community for personal growth
Anyone looking to explore new perspectives and ideas