MAN has had always been beset by challenges, fears, apprehensions and disappointments. But never has he reacted such conditions as in the contemporary times. Suicides are frequent and self harm is vehement. We are paying a heavy price in the form of lost lives. Young men and women are leading in the race. They are at the forefront when it comes to negatively responding to the challenges of life. They have failed to value life. They are hasty and impatient. They are pessimistic and narrow- minded in thinking.
Stress, depression, anxiety, restlessness are the hallmarks of our generation particularly youth of our society. Most of the time depression and anxiety is bought by us. Adopting faulty world-views, hazardous life styles, living in imaginary or meta universe, running away from realities and responsibilities of life lead to the major causes of depression, anxiety and other mental disorders.
There are many things that cause depression and resulting catastrophies among our youth. The competition in academics, job insecurities, bullying, mobile phone addictions, poor show in exams, envy, jealousy, relationship break ups ( presently, the worst of all) are the major factors among many other. Life is to stand up against all odds and filter out unnecessary concerns. The purpose and goal setting are vital components to keep life moving with optimism.
A purposeless life is always bound to be pessimistic. Goals must be lofty and pragmatic. Utopias, sensual pleasures must be subordinate to intellect. Moving beyond filmy scripts, emotionally charged love stories, action, suspense and drama to a more critical attitude towards things is the need of the hour to safeguard a healthy outlook on life. The adolescent section of our society need to channelize their energies in creative arts, useful sports and social works. Self love, self reliance are the keys to defeat pessimism, disappointment and despair.
The art of sharing one’s sorrows, mental issues, communicating one’s problems to parents, friends, psychotherapists would go a long way in defeating mental disorders. And last but not least acknowledging that mental disorders are as real as any physical disorders like headache, toothache, stomach-ache, knee pain etc. It must not be attributed to black magic, superstitions and weak faith. One must never underestimate depression and anxiety. It should be talked out, and treated as soon as possible. Remember depression begins from small things, unattended issues.
So one must monitor one’s thoughts and inclinations. No one knows oneself better than his own self. Watch that if you are not taken away by negative forces or peace snatching activities! Allah’s Messenger, Muhammad ( peace be upon him) teaches a great thing: “The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, although both are good. Strive for that which will benefit you, seek the help of Allah, and do not feel helpless. If anything befalls you, do not say, “if only I had done such and such” rather say “Qaddara Allahu wa ma sha’a fa’ala (Allah has decreed and whatever he wills, He does).” For (saying) ‘If’ opens (the door) to the deeds of Satan.'”
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