On Anger

De Ira or “On Anger” is an essay on anger by Seneca the Younger. In these audiobook, Seneca sets out to explain how we may live a life that is totally free of anger. In the first part Seneca sets the stage for an anger-free life. He explores the causes and consequences of anger.

In the second part Seneca starts by reviewing why anger is destructive and why we should stop it from arising. He then provides several historical examples for us to follow and avoid. Finally, he gives several specific anger handling strategies. Seneca’s insights into anger are so deep, and his anger management techniques are so powerful that they are still being used by modern psychotherapies such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy.