Mastering Crisis & Conflict: Ellis Amdur On De-Escalation, Martial Arts, & The Psychology Of Anger
Description
Ellis Amdur joins the podcast to discuss his unique approach to verbal de-escalation, conflict resolution, and more. Ellis is a crisis intervention specialist with more than 50 years of traditional Japanese martial arts experience. He has published various books on martial arts, crisis intervention, hostage negotiation, and fiction – including Words of Power: A Guide for Ordinary People to Calm and De-Escalate Aggressive Individuals.
With a background in karate, aikido, judo, Muay Thai, and xingyiquan, Ellis is an expert in the study of 'internal strength' paradigms. Using his diverse knowledge of martial arts, he has provided training for competitive grappling practitioners and law enforcement professionals alike.
Are there proven strategies to de-escalate aggressive anger? How can we use verbal control tactics to manage the behaviors of enraged people? Tune in now to hear Ellis’s unique perspective on this complex topic…
In this episode, we cover:
- How martial arts play into de-escalation and handling aggressive people.
- Proven methods to deal with someone who is an obvious aggressor.
- The ways that most aggression manifests itself.
- The difference between angry and enraged people.
To learn more about Ellis and his ongoing work as the creator of Edgework Methodology, click here now!
Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9
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