Mentor

Tension is the curse of modern life and it is becoming integrated part of present life style. Its nature is like that of poison. It eats out body and mind from inside like a termite. There can be many reasons for tension, but the main reason is non-believe in God and mis- match between state of mind and state of circumstances. It compresses body and minds so much that balance of Hormones and Bio Chemicals get shattered.   It results in gradual decay of bodily health and mental balance leading to pains and sufferings due to various body and psycho illnesses.

According to Encyclopaedia of American the tension word was first used by Hanse Salley. It got huge coinage during Second World War. According to Salley Tension is force which rises due to dis-balance between Circumstances and State of Mind. Its burning power is invisible but hugely dangerous. Due to difficult circumstances of Second World War the devastating impact of Tension was felt hugely resulting in scientific research on this matter.

Two American Psychologists Thomas H Holmes and Richards Raadey researched the matter of Tension in depth.   They found grave stress level of 53 due to disorders and distortions of personal life. They decided level of tension due to various reasons and pegged divorce at 63, Death of friend or relative at 36,  Unemployment at 56.  According to them in grave tension one loses mental balance and no low self esteem the person may even commit dastardly acts such as suicide.   The latest report indicates that unbridled desires give birth to tension and this problem is more prevalent in developed western world.  The vast majority of people in western world are affected by this problem which has taken shape of epidemic. It will not be misplaced if we described it as curse emerged with the boon of modern Science.

Now days the gust of consumerism culture of the west has covered the entire world. Our country is no exception of it. The impact of consumerism has made the people highly ambitious. To full fill the sky rocketed ambitions one has to suffer cut throat competition. Slight failure in this competition gives rise to negativism and tension. In the similar manner unnatural life style and ultra formal behaviour gives rise to tension. Psychological disorders like Suspicion, Jealousy, Ego and Enmity are also factors for tension. In this way tension has become integral part of rat race of development. In this blind race the life is getting badly entangled rather than solving out problems.

We consider tension as external factor and fall into mistake of getting it treated by Medicines. No medicine can succeed in curing the symptoms caused by tension. Tension adversely impact Neurone and Harmon system. The medicines taken for tension can control the excess quantity of Hormones but the gland remain unaffected. The impact of Medicine does not reach to gland and excess secretion of Hormones re-start once the impact of medicine is over. The patient becomes even more critical by it.  As such the treatment of Tension is not possible by mere medicines and the patient has to become own Doctor by adopting natural life style, positive thinking and generous feelings. By adopting these traits one will gradually come out of poisonous atmosphere and will create atmosphere of happiness and peace for himself.

In this regard few fundamental things are to be kept in mind. Everyone live life according to his thoughts and sentiments. He possess his own goodness and shortcomings. We should always be careful not to hurt the feelings of others by our words or actions. If this happens the atmosphere will become bitter by tension and the person concerned will be adversely impacted. Our behaviour should be such which may not hurt the inner feelings of anyone. To make public the shortcoming of one amounts to disgrace him. If we need to counsel, it should be done privately and with kindness.  It should never become the matter of prestige.

The person and his circumstances differ. It is wise to adjust with the circumstances. Failure to adjust with the circumstances gives rise to tension. Escapism is no answer but wise compromise with the circumstances is the only way out.

In this regard the strong will power and positive set of mind plays crucial role. According to psychologist the persons with strong will power are least impacted by tension. Shri K.N. Udappa, the author of famous books “Stress and its management by Yoga”, emphasises on positive thoughts for stress free life. He also suggests various Yogic actions and says that full faith in almighty God is best and effective way to overcome Tension. He says that believer is not even touched by tension.

It is true that faith and believe in God works as soothing effect in torched sand storm of life. The believer does not allow the disease of Tension to come nearby even in the hardest of circumstances. Sant Kabir used to live royal life even in financial hardship. Meera bai used to enjoy Krishan Bhakti even amidst of accusation and tortures. Sant Tukaram’s bliss ful life was not impacted by the big family fights. Jesus and Socrates were full of faith and belief in him when faced with imminent death.   Tension was nowhere. The cool breeze of God love was enough to overcome the fire of tension. Everyone should have Atmabodh and Tatvabodh Chintan every day and have regular remembrance of HIM. The easy Yogic Kriyas of Shithlikaran and Pranayam are immensely useful. These acts are helpful in keep the mind in peace and free of tension. The life dedicated to HIM with full faith and adjustment is the only effective measure to overcome the dreaded disease of Tension.

Dr. Pranv Pandya

(Head: All World Gayatri Pariwar & Chancellor : Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya)

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