How to control the likes and dislikes that occur periodically? For example, a householder might have a great desire for materials after becoming a parent; a bachelor will aspire for something else. So, how to control such desires?

One can recite ‘Vairagya Panchakam’ to overcome kama krodham; this Stotra removes one’s inclination towards wealth. This Stotra describes how Swami Desikan treated wealth like a blade of grass. We shall also develop detachment when we recite this Stotra.