View Full Version : Boxing as anger management???


debbkl
05-17-2005, 06:42 PM
Hi Everyone,

I work in a social services agency where I've met a young woman who grew up on a very violent Native American reservation. She was beatern terribly from the time she was a toddler. The only way I've seen her express her emotions is with belting the heck out of people, and she really does a lot of damage.

This might sound like a weird question, and I apologize for my ignorance, but can boxing be used as an outlet for anger and perhaps behavior modification?

Thanks for all comments.
Deb

as214
05-17-2005, 06:44 PM
Hi Everyone,

I work in a social services agency where I've met a young woman who grew up on a very violent Native American reservation. She was beatern terribly from the time she was a toddler. The only way I've seen her express her emotions is with belting the heck out of people, and she really does a lot of damage.

This might sound like a weird question, and I apologize for my ignorance, but can boxing be used as an outlet for anger and perhaps behavior modification?

Thanks for all comments.
Deb



Deb she needs a shrink .Then she can worry about boxing!! Seriously I feel bad for the girl..good luck with everything

debbkl
05-17-2005, 07:02 PM
Unfortunately, she's just shy of being homeless. Shrinks don't treat the very poor. They are put in jail where they learn new stuff. But you did answer my question and I thank you.

Atwa_66
05-17-2005, 07:20 PM
Hi Everyone,

I work in a social services agency where I've met a young woman who grew up on a very violent Native American reservation. She was beatern terribly from the time she was a toddler. The only way I've seen her express her emotions is with belting the heck out of people, and she really does a lot of damage.

This might sound like a weird question, and I apologize for my ignorance, but can boxing be used as an outlet for anger and perhaps behavior modification?

Thanks for all comments.
Deb
I'm sure it can, Nothing feels better than letting your emotions out on a heavybag, and it's probably very good for her to vent.

The Pretender
05-17-2005, 07:56 PM
Who cares about anger management, put some gloves on her and be her manager. Maybe you can make a few bucks promoting!

debbkl
05-17-2005, 09:26 PM
Who cares about anger management, put some gloves on her and be her manager. Maybe you can make a few bucks promoting!
If I knew even the slightest thing about boxing (like how to avoid getting knocked out by the punching bag), I'd consider it. She probably needs more anger release than anger management.

Truth
05-17-2005, 09:59 PM
If I knew even the slightest thing about boxing (like how to avoid getting knocked out by the punching bag), I'd consider it. She probably needs more anger release than anger management.

A heavybag and a pair of gloves would do the job, when I get angry I just go to my basement to beat the crap out of the bag. It feels good. :D :cool:

BrooklynBomber
05-17-2005, 10:04 PM
Hi Everyone,

I work in a social services agency where I've met a young woman who grew up on a very violent Native American reservation. She was beatern terribly from the time she was a toddler. The only way I've seen her express her emotions is with belting the heck out of people, and she really does a lot of damage.

This might sound like a weird question, and I apologize for my ignorance, but can boxing be used as an outlet for anger and perhaps behavior modification?

Thanks for all comments.
Deb
The boxing training might be the answer but not the actual fighting. Getting your ass whiped, if you are inadequate, might seriously put you in depression but good training session is really good to get all the anger off of you ;)

czars_salad
05-17-2005, 10:19 PM
i think training sessions help. but you can't make anger do the work during actual competition as it can lead to wrong decision makings and other mistakes

debbkl
05-18-2005, 08:19 AM
Thank you - I'm going to look for a local ring or gym. God - I just found out this woman's sister is getting out of state pen after a 10 year sentence. Perhaps I should be taking lessons :)

Atwa_66
05-18-2005, 08:21 AM
Thank you - I'm going to look for a local ring or gym. God - I just found out this woman's sister is getting out of state pen after a 10 year sentence. Perhaps I should be taking lessons :)
haha..yeah but like everyone said, gloves and a bag would definitely help alot, I don't think there is any anger a heavybag can't get rid of.

debbkl
05-18-2005, 03:42 PM
I really appreciate everyone's comments. Thanks so much. Deb

boxstarr
05-18-2005, 04:31 PM
i wouldnt let her spar if it to release anger as she wouldnt block so when she gets tagged it would probably frustrate her and make things work. stick with a heavy bag

buff_mike10
05-19-2005, 12:02 AM
I don't know if it would help manage her anger any, but her anger could make her a good fighter. Look back at Mike Tysons childhood, sounds about the same.