Mind always demand for more and more. No matter how much we satisfy it but like a mad elephant it keeps us tormenting. All the crimes which occur are due to the uncontrolled mind. Criminals too are aware about righteous and unrighteous activities. But there unbridled mind drag them towards the hellish path and thus they invite misery for themselves and afflict miseries on others too.

The biggest health challenge of our times is mental health. While some mental health problems need clinical attention, most can be addressed by improving our ability to manage our mind. Alerting us to the necessity of such inner management, the Bhagavad-gita (6.6) cautions that the undisciplined mind is our worst enemy.

How does the mind act as our enemy? Let’s understand using an acronym MIND, which conveys how the mind misperceives things.

M – Magnifies problems

I – Imagines pleasures

N – Neglects opportunities

D – Denies realities

Why do we need peace of mind?

The importance of peace of mind cannot be overemphasized in our daily lives. With levels of stress increasing, it is hard to be at peace with oneself. But psychologists believe that having peace of mind in daily life is crucial for overall wellness:

• Reduces stress: Stress can lead to a range of cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attack, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Hair experts say that stress also happens to be the primary cause of hair loss and hair damage. Reducing stress leads to physical wellness and allows you to lead a healthy life.

• Promotes optimism: Attitude is the key to success. A positive attitude fills you up with hope and energy. You can work harder and try to achieve things, which you previously thought were impossible to be achieved.

• Reduces fear and anxiety: Feeling anxious or fearful can sap your energy and affect your working ability. This may hamper both your personal and professional lives. Having peace of mind can lessen your chances of being fearful and can significantly improve the overall quality of life.