Gandhi Jayanti: 5 life lessons from Mahatma Gandhi

The hustle and bustle of life can sometimes make it harder to remain calm. From handling household responsibilities to battling the struggles of the corporate world, it can leave you physically and mentally tired. This can invite various health risks such as stress, depression, anxiety, irritability, disrupted sleep. panic attacks, and more. However, the struggles were more difficult during the time India got its independence. Through those strenuous times, our Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi handled his stress and responsibilities with ease and in peace. He lived by certain principles that helped him tide over problems. There are many life lessons from Mahatma Gandhi that can make and change your world into a more positive one.

Did you know that 2nd October, which is the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi is also celebrated as International Day of Non-Violence? He believed that the first thing people need is external and internal peace. This is often disturbed by the peace which is why he always believed in his principles so that no stress could cloud his judgment or make him take a bad decision.

5 life lessons from Gandhiji’s life to calm your mind

Here are 5 mantras from Gandhiji’s life to simplify your life and calm your mind:

1. Be more forgiving

You must have heard that Gandhiji believed that if someone slaps you on one cheek, turn the other cheek also? It basically means that you respond to insult without retort. It is crucial to have a non-violent nature in life as it helps you be more peaceful. Fighting or getting irritated over petty things will only prove to be harmful to your mental health. It will only lead to problems and keep you unhappy. The more forgiving you are, the happier you will be. Plus, being more anxious and angry will cause your blood pressure to shoot, which can even lead to heart problems. So, adopt this mantra and be more forgiving in life.

2. Maintain a positive outlook towards life

Keeping a positive attitude towards life is important to lead a happy life. Bapu always believed that if we keep thinking negatively, our lives will become the same and lead to problems. Negative thinking gives rise to negative situations and your thoughts determine your output. Don’t let failures make you feel defeated in life. Make sure you keep working hard and believe in yourself that you will achieve your goals one day. A positive energy will allow you to stay calm and stable.

3. Meditate regularly

Meditation is a holistic practice that has been a part of people’s lives for centuries. Studies have shown that meditation helps increase your concentration and make you more patient in life. Whatever you do in life, it will only be possible if you do it with self-confidence and strong will. Meditation can help you achieve all this. It is also one of the best ways to attain peace of mind and have a positive outlook on life.

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4. Walking daily

Bapu used to travel mostly on foot, and we hardly give importance to walking these days, especially because travelling is easy now. Whether you avoid walking to save time or you drive a car to cover short distances, you should try walking. It is a beneficial activity that helps improve the functioning of all your organs and keeps your body healthy. In fact, studies have shown that walking can have a positive effect on your mental health. It does so because it helps release happy hormones and makes you stress-free. A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. So, it will be great if you develop a habit of walking regularly.

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5. Eating healthy foods

Gandhiji believed in simple living, so he used to have food made at home and avoid any outside food. Did you know eating less or following a crash diet can wreak havoc on your health? You should treat your body like a temple and you can only do it if you stop filling it with loads of junk. Ensure that everything you are eating is healthy and nutritious. Ensure what you are eating and how it may affect your body.

So ladies, follow Gandhiji’s life lessons for mental peace along with your maintaining your physical health!