Brothers on the Mend by Ernest H. Johnson

This situation, regardless of how it manifests, cannot help but cause him to be angry. It is very true that it does not matter how much eduction a black man has, where he went to college, or how much fame and fortune he has attained, he can expect to suffer some injustices in his life based entirely on the color of his skin.

Johnsons book Brothers of the Mend is an excellent book for understanding and healing anger, but not just for African Americans, for anyone who needs to find the solution to their problem rather than being the problem. Brothers on the Mend shows African-American men how to heal themselves - and those who love them - by embracing the feelings that will set them free.ĭr. Identify camouflaged anger - rage that may be repressed or diverted into harmful behaviors, such as excessive smoking, alcohol or drug use, poor eating habits, or risky sexual conduct Build on friendliness, happiness, trust, and compassion to achieve a committed relationship with a black woman Recognize the real origins of tense, hurt, or helpless feelings - the first step toward change Use simple techniques, such as meditation and time-outs, to stop anger before it takes control Move from anger to problem-solving Heal the wounds of the pastĬontrary to popular belief, the most powerful part of a man is his feelings. Changing thought patterns - and actions - begins with learning how to: Johnson offers prescriptions for managing anger and coping with stress. Exploring the sources of frustration particular to black men today, Dr. He shows how anger can be used - rather than avoided - to build a life filled with love, self-respect, and peace. Psychologist Ernest Johnson, who has been helping black men cope with anger - including his own - for more than a decade, offers hope and answers.

At last - a book, written by a black man, for black men and women who want less conflict in their relationships and better ways to deal with anger.Īlthough the unique problems of black men are not new, they have been habitually discussed without solid suggestions for change - until now.

Brothers on the Mend by Ernest H. Johnson