“The Fear of Everything, and Then of Nothing”….

“Mann ke haare haar hai, mann ke jeete jeet.”

The times are a bit unsettled for our nation. There’s a visible escalation, and the war-like atmosphere is triggering widespread panic. But truth be told, the nationwide fear is more disastrous than the actual damage. While any physical loss may be limited — thanks to India’s growing strength in defense, but the fear and panic can silently undo all the efforts of our soldiers, our people, and yes, even our politicians. Though we often criticize them, yet during such times, they do come together and keep the system intact.

Fear of everything weakens our willpower. It clouds our judgment, blurs our vision, and paralyzes our ability to act wisely.

As Indian citizens, we must look back at recent challenges — like the COVID pandemic. People endured lockdowns. Some even remembered the Emergency era. Those who remained calm and alert, without panicking, were the ones who truly protected Bharat Mata from collapsing. I speak from experience — before COVID, I was someone who feared everything, every unknown possibility. But after losing some of the most important people in my life, I realized something deeply profound: it wasn’t the virus alone — it was fear that broke people down. It was panic that made many situations worse. It was the inner fright that stole our power to think clearly, to take proper precautions, and to act responsibly.

So, if you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, don’t panic. Channel that energy instead — start collecting survival kits or emergency tools. These small acts help bring your brain and heart into alignment. And it’s these two — mind and heart — that need to stay balanced in order to face any situation in life, no matter how uncertain or intense.

Today, social media and mainstream media flood us with fragmented information. It’s not always their fault — these are uncertain times, and everyone wants to share what they know. But this flood of incomplete news often does more harm than good. It creates confusion rather than clarity. I’m not saying people are hyping things intentionally, but let’s be honest — we don’t always know the full picture.

So, prepare yourself for the unknown. Stay informed but calm. Do what is necessary, and then leave the rest to God — because what’s meant to happen, will happen. But above all, do not fear the unknown. If you do, that unknown will grow into a giant monster inside your head — one that stops you from taking the right steps at the right time.