Have You Ever Seen Anyone Yelling at a Dog? in Bloomington, MN

Have you ever seen someone yelling at a dog? The dog doesn't understand what's happening. It just stands there, absorbing the frustration, confused by the outburst. But how often do we do the same thing-not just to dogs, but to the world around us?
We yell at traffic. We snap at our computers. We lash out at a barista over a minor mistake. We let stress, anxiety, and hidden frustrations explode over things that don't actually matter. These moments feel justified in the heat of the moment, but afterward, we wonder:
Why did I react like that?
In
Have You Ever Seen Anyone Yelling at a Dog?
, existential psychologist and professor RJ Starr explores the psychology behind
emotional overreaction, misplaced anger, and impulse-driven behavior
. Why do small inconveniences feel like major injustices? Why do certain triggers set people off while others stay calm? Why do so many of us live in a
constant state of emotional reactivity
?
This book isn't just about those who lose control in public-it's about all of us. From
road rage to social media meltdowns, from customer service freakouts to workplace stress
, this book examines the hidden forces behind modern emotional instability. Starr draws on
psychological research, real-world case studies, and practical strategies
to help readers recognize their own triggers and break the cycle of unconscious emotional reactions.
This book doesn't just explain why we overreact-it provides a roadmap for
changing the way we respond to frustration, stress, and conflict
. Through deep psychological insights and easy-to-apply techniques, Starr teaches how to:
Recognize
why minor inconveniences feel like personal attacks
and how to shift perspective
Identify
hidden emotional triggers
and understand where they come from
Learn
how stress, anxiety, and past experiences amplify emotional responses
Develop
impulse control
and interrupt the automatic reaction-response cycle
Master
practical self-regulation techniques
to regain emotional balance
Cultivate
self-awareness
and take full responsibility for emotional responses
This isn't about suppressing emotions or forcing yourself to stay calm. It's about
understanding where emotions come from, gaining the power to process them, and choosing how to respond instead of reacting impulsively
.
Who Should Read This Book?
Anyone who has
ever lost control over something small
and wondered why
People who feel
easily frustrated, impatient, or reactive
in stressful situations
Those who want to
better understand emotional regulation and impulse control
Readers interested in
psychology, self-improvement, and behavioral science
Anyone who wants to
stop being controlled by their emotions and start mastering them
In a world where
public outbursts, social media tirades, and unchecked frustration are becoming more common
, emotional self-awareness is no longer optional-it's essential. Whether you've been on the giving or receiving end of an irrational reaction,
will help you
understand what's really happening beneath the surface-and how to regain control