Take a close look at Balla. Balla uses a wooden talking stick when he is about to tell a story and thinks it is important for everyone to listen carefully to him. A talking stick is an ancient Indian and African way of peacefully holding a discussion, without the participants interrupting each other or talking out of turn.
How does it work?
You sit together in a circle when you have something important to discuss. You may each take turns to hold the wooden talking stick. That way, everyone can have their say. The designated speaker receives all the attention, and everyone’s voice, including yours, is heard. If you hold discussions in this manner, you will understand others better. In turn, they will understand you too. This is important because together, you’ll know more. It’s smart, right? Who knew you could solve a problem with a piece of wood!
