Why venting doesn’t help you deal with anger | Jennifer Parlamis
Why venting doesn’t help you deal with anger | Jennifer Parlamis  
Podcast: TED Talks Daily
Published On: Sat Aug 16 2025
Description: Does venting actually help you cool off, or does it just add fuel to the fire? Social psychologist Jennifer Parlamis busts common myths about anger, showing how curiosity — not catharsis — can keep you calm. Discover the surprising science behind anger management and four practical tools for building stronger relationships from a researcher who’s rethinking Freud, one deep breath at a time.Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.