October 2025
Namaste,
In today’s Aawaj Child Group Discussion Program, we began by reviewing our previous session and then moved on to the new topic — “Ways to Reduce Anger.”
Recently, everyone in the community joyfully celebrated the great Hindu festivals — Dashain, Tihar, and Chhath. The children happily shared that they enjoyed these festivals to the fullest. Schools will reopen from tomorrow, and the children said they are ready to return with fresh energy.
Today’s discussion topic — how to reduce anger — was very popular among the children. As we began, I explained:
“Anger is a natural human emotion. It arises when things don’t go our way or when someone behaves unfairly toward us. But being angry too often is not good — it affects our mind, body, and relationships. That’s why learning to manage anger is important.”
I then asked everyone, “Why do we get angry, and how can we control it?”
Each participant shared their thoughts, and we built on their answers together.
We discussed that all children should remember these simple techniques whenever they feel angry:
- Take deep breaths: Before speaking or reacting, take 3–5 deep breaths.
- Stay quiet and think: When anger rises, stay silent for a moment and reflect — Is this really something worth being angry about?
- Talk to someone: Share your feelings with parents, teachers, or friends. Expressing emotions helps lighten the heart.
- Draw, write, or play: Art and games are powerful ways to release anger.
- Drink water: A glass of cool water helps calm the mind.
We concluded that a person who can control anger is loved by everyone. The habit of managing anger helps us become patient, understanding, and happy individuals. Therefore, we should all practice reducing anger in our daily lives.
Everyone expressed that they clearly understood the importance of this practice. Each child made a personal commitment to try these methods at home, school, and within the community — by sharing with their sisters, mothers, and friends whenever they feel angry. They promised to manage anger positively and maintain harmony with others.
The session ended joyfully with a group dance and laughter. Before closing, I also informed everyone about our next discussion topic, and with that, we concluded today’s meaningful and heartwarming session.
Sincerely,
Binod Kumar Ram