Hakidashisara: The Japanese Art of Destroying Discs to Release Anger has Scientific Evidence

In Japan, there is a popular practice known as Hakidashisara that involves smashing small discs to release anger. Researchers at Nagoya University have found that this technique has been effective in controlling emotions and has shown promising results in managing stress and anger.

In an experiment conducted at Nagoya University, participants were asked to write short opinions and then received negative feedback. After writing down their feelings about the feedback and either discarding or keeping the paper, participants reported a significant decrease in anger when they destroyed the paper. This technique could be particularly useful for entrepreneurs who may experience high levels of stress and anger in their daily lives.

The Japanese cultural tradition of Hakidashisara is similar to destroying written text as a way to deal with emotions in a healthy manner. The results of the study have been published in the scientific journal Scientific Reports and may provide valuable insights for anger management techniques in Japan. By writing down and then destroying negative emotions, individuals can effectively manage their anger and stress levels.