About the Book

Anger is a severe disturbance in our consciousness. Most people don’t like getting angry but end up losing their temper far too often. Secondly, there is this nagging
feeling that it is them or other people in their lives who are creating situations that drive them mad i.e. in whom does the problem lie? Thirdly, for how long can this go on?
And fourthly, what is the solution? Book tries to explain the mental and physical effects of anger. The book has been written in the format of 3P Concept: Physicality,
Philosophy and Practicality, it focuses on the essence of various religions and teachings of various philosophies behind it and lastly the practical solutions they offer.

About the Author

Dr. PS Bawa is a Senior Neurosurgeon (Brain and Spine Specialist) based in Delhi. He did his M.B.B.S in 1984 from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi and Post-Graduation in Surgery (M.S) in 1988. He then completed his Super-specialization (M.Ch) in Neurosurgery from G.B. Pant Hospital, Delhi in 1993. Dr. Bawa further specialized in Spine and Rehabilitation from Princess Royal Spine Injuries Unit, Sheffield–one of the largest centers in the UK. He is one of the very few Neurosurgeons in Asia to have done specialization in such a challenging field. He is a pioneer of Endoscopic (Keyhole) Spine Surgery in India, which has today revolutionized the treatment of Disc Prolapse / Sciatica. He has been Chairman of many International Conferences and an active keynote speaker at various forums. In 2004, Dr. Bawa was honored with the prestigious Delhi Ratna (Jewel of Delhi) award by the All India Association of Intellectuals. (For Details log on to www.drpsbawa.com)

Table of Contents:
LifeShastra & 3P Concept Preface 1) Defining and Understanding Anger What is Anger? How it affects your body? Physiology of Anger 2) Hinduism on Anger Introduction Teachings of Bhagavad Gita on Anger Essence from Doctrines of Bhagavad Gita Yoga Sutras: Commentary by Swami Vivekananda Forms of Yoga: Karma, Bhakti, Raja, Jnana Road to Success Swami Sivananda’s Commentary on Anger Is there Righteous Anger? Meditation and Power of Gayatri Mantra 3) Buddhism on Anger Buddha Bhashita Discourses Nawagata and Ways to Control Anger Leading Bodhisattva’s Way of Life: Shantideva Challenge of Patience Quotes from the Dhammapada Teachings of the MettaSutta 4) Sikhism on Anger Teachings of the Gurus Dangers of being Self-Centered 5) Jainism on Anger Concept of Kashaya Doctrine of Karma 6) Islam on Anger Sermons from the Holy Quran and Hadith Teachings on Anger Management 7) Christianity on Anger Introduction Dealing with Uncontrolled Temper New Testament on Anger Practical Steps to Conquer Anger 8) Food and Yoga Asanas Food for Thought Yoga Asanas 9) Power of Music Stages of Sound Influence of Music over Mind and Body Psychology behind Kirtan Bhakti 10) Greco-Roman Philosophies on Anger Plato Aristotle Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus and Seneca 11) Chinese and Japanese Philosophies Confucius Lao Tzu Musashi Miyamoto 12) Practical Wisdom on Anger Chanakya (Arth Shastra) Hitopdesha by Pandit Narayana Thirukkural Sun Tzu 13) Principles and Practices of Psychology on Anger Social Concept of Masculinity Why do Men Get Angry? Women’s Anger and Aggression? Why do Women Get Angry? Angry Youth When Do You Require Anger Management Treatment? Basic Principles of Psychological Therapy Do Anger Management Therapies Work? Self Help Package to Handle Anger 14) Modern Science behind Aggression and Violence Understanding Aggression Genetics and Aggression: Is It Inheritable? Development and Anger Domestic / Intimate Partner Violence Life Courses or Trajectory of Aggression Aggression in Childhood: Causes Aggression in Adults: Causes Treatment of Aggression Self Help Package to Handle Aggression 15) Seeking Professional Help Medical Health Professional / Psychiatry Clinical Psychologist Preparing for Your Doctor’s Appointment Basic Questions to Ask Your Doctor 16) Conclusion