March 22, 2025

There is a story from Coorg about a great Warrior who lived around 500 years back. From his childhood days he stood out with his exceptional abilities. So, he was sent away to acquire skills needed for war; also different circumstances made him acquire varied skills. Total number of skills he acquired till adulthood was around 55 to 60 skills; skills included archery, horse-riding, swimming, Ayurveda, wizardry and many other skills needed to be a great warrior. He was highly recognized and became well-known for his skills. Then one day he visited his in-laws and few relatives teased and mocked him. On this, he completely lost his mental balance; Thus, began his downfall and the 55+ skills he acquired did not help him. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna tells Arjuna that the mind can be a friend, but the same mind can also be an enemy. Cultivate the friendly side of your mind. Don’t give too much attention to the enemy. Compiled from the Web: Mental wellness encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, extending beyond the mere absence of mental illness, it’s about thriving and living a fulfilling life.  Here’s a more detailed look at mental wellness: What it is: More than just the absence of illness: Mental wellness is about achieving a positive state of mind and functioning, not just avoiding mental health problems.  Holistic and personal: It’s a multi-dimensional, personal process that considers various aspects of a person’s life.  Focus on thriving: It’s about promoting resilience, coping with challenges, and moving towards a richer, more meaningful life.  Integrated with other aspects of health: Mental wellness is connected to physical health, relationships, beliefs, and values.  A state of well-being: It’s about feeling good, coping well with daily life, and having a sense of purpose and meaning.  Signs of good mental wellness: Emotional resilience: Being able to cope with stress, worry, and other difficult emotions.  Healthy relationships: Maintaining positive and fulfilling relationships with others.  Self-awareness: Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and needs.  Productivity and purpose: Being able to work effectively and find meaning in your daily activities.  Ability to learn and grow: Embracing new experiences and challenges.  Positive outlook: Maintaining a sense of hope and optimism.  How to improve mental wellness: Connect with others: Build and maintain strong relationships.  Be physically active: Engage in regular exercise and movement.  Practice mindfulness: Pay attention to the present moment and your thoughts and feelings.  Learn new skills: Pursue hobbies and interests that challenge and engage you.  Give to others: Engage in acts of kindness and generosity.  Prioritize sleep: Get enough quality sleep to support your mental and physical health.  Eat a healthy diet: Nourish your body and mind with nutritious foods.  Manage stress: Develop healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stress.  Seek professional help when needed: Don’t hesitate to reach out to a mental health professional if you’re struggling.  How IVY PEOPLE can support you : We have a network of senior consultants can support you in Career Counselling, Psychological Counselling and connect you with the respective self-help groups; So get help if required.