In the fast-paced world of today, everyone needs success, and everyone needs it instantly. You’re looking to balance your professional life, your family, your ambitions, your hobbies, all at once, while hurtling along at a rapid pace. A consequence of this lifestyle of trying to fit in so much in so little time and mindspace is mental stress.
If you were to ask someone worldly-wise about how to deal with mental stress, they might suggest adopting a healthy routine: regular exercise, running or swimming, sound sleeping habits, a fulfilling hobby, nutritious food, socializing, listening to calming music, and so on.
These suggestions may bring temporary relief, but none seem to eliminate mental stress at its core. The reality is that physical solutions play only a limited role in addressing mental stress.
With scriptural authority, Jagadguru Kripalu Maharaj explains that our thoughts shape our actions, and through consistent practice, we become what we think. All remarkable achievements and man-made catastrophes that we see around us are a direct result of the mind. Every invention, every innovation demands tremendous fortitude and mental strength.
On the flipside, if the mind goes into a rabbit hole of self-victimization or disappointment, it leads to mental stress. Hence, mental stress is essentially a distorted form of negative thinking. To truly overcome it, we must focus on reshaping our mindset.
