RJ sat at his desk, his fingers drumming impatiently, a slight frown creasing his brow. He glanced around at his classmates, feeling the familiar stirrings of irritation bubbling up. But today, he was determined to make a change.

Ringo the Parrot bobbed his head and chirped, "Stay calm, RJ!" in his mimicking voice, bringing a smile to RJ's face. Emily, a kind-hearted girl with a knack for helping others, leaned over and whispered, "Remember what we talked about, RJ. Breathe in, breathe out."

RJ hesitated, his hands clenching into fists. But then, David, a calm and thoughtful boy, approached him and suggested, "Let's work together, RJ. We can figure this out." Encouraged by his friends, RJ nodded, taking a deep breath to steady himself.

RJ listened carefully, reminding himself of Ringo's advice. Maya, a cheerful girl with a contagious laugh, whispered to him, "You're doing great, RJ. Just keep focusing." RJ smiled, feeling a newfound sense of control.

RJ joined his friends, feeling more at ease than ever. Ringo squawked from his cage, "Good job, RJ!" His friends cheered him on, and RJ felt a swell of pride in maintaining his composure.

RJ looked around at his friends, grateful for their support and encouragement. He knew that with their help—and a little guidance from Ringo—he could continue to improve his self-control. As he waved goodbye to his classmates, he felt ready to face whatever challenges the next day might bring.