Changing understanding in education, initiated the rule that Corporal punishment will not be used in
schools. A teacher, is a guide, a friend, a philosopher. Millions of Teachers passed on knowledge and
enlightenment through the ages and now with the Covid-19 pandemic, the teachers have again connected
with students online. We are thankful to these educationists for keeping young minds occupied and not
letting them go astray. Students have teachers to thank for in these times. The current generation of
teachers in India are motivated and committed, in spite of not being paid well like other professions.
The future generations are being groomed by them.

We have successfully addressed issues of withdrawal in the classroom, as well as aggression. Conflict
Resolution and non-violence to achieve a culture of Non Violence is what makes today’s Teacher Unique.
This creates a transformation in the students. Through the power of Love and compassion, so many
unknown and unheard of teachers have changed lives. To them is this salute—

Cheers from TEAM NAMI INDIA!

The poem stresses that freedom from fear is an important part of being independent. Many mental illnesses show symptoms of a fear psychosis, which result in socially unacceptable behavior. The root cause is fear. Fear of being attacked, followed etc. are some common delusions which occur.

How can we get rid of fear? One strategy is to acknowledge fear, and also envision the worst that can happen. Ask oneself. What is the worst that can happen? Be prepared for it. If one leads an honest life, one can be free of fear. Fear is also a result of symptoms of guilt. Some children have poor growing environments. They may be subject to abuse and this results in some form of guilt and fear.

Mental illness, often being episodic and unpredictable, evokes the full range of emotional responses, including anger, grief, embarrassment, shame and despair. A powerful strong emotion that is often presented is guilt. A person’s sense of guilt usually relates to their moral code.

It’s important to seek counseling and therapy from a professional for overcoming guilt and fear. Seeking help is the first step. It’s important to acknowledge one’s guilt.

So what are you waiting for? This Independence day find your freedom to lead a great life ahead.

Cheers from the NAMI INDIA team.

It’s ironic that when it’s the time to feel ecstatic and happy, a woman who has just given birth has to go through times of feeling low, which would impact her motherhood style. Many things may be blamed on the new baby.

A new baby means less sleeping, more work hours, lack of help. In addition, if the extended family or spouse is not supportive, postpartum depression or baby blues may set in. Stress, sleep deprivation, fatigue all contribute to making a woman feel low.

How can we handle this without medication? First thing is to recognize it. Secondly, it’s important for the woman to get a lot of rest. In the past in Indian cultural traditions, the wife went to her maternal home for delivery and rest. With the break up of the joint family system, with nuclear families struggling in the absence of support and help. When the issue of a woman having to look after everything, postpartum blues set in.

Hormonal changes, physical changes, and stress all contribute to postpartum blues. If it does not go away, it becomes depression and one should seek help from a professional psychiatrist. So remember, when a baby comes into our lives, it’s a time to be happy stress-free, loving and ensure a harmonious and stress-free environment for the mother and the baby so that one can enjoy the process and the milestones of the babies growth.

We have now heard the clarion call for reopening the economy and getting back to living with the coronavirus. Albeit with social distancing. How shall we integrate and get back to having a fulfilling life. It’s important to understand the checks and balances we will incorporate in our daily lives.

Washing hands with soap and water is a must. Carry soap strips with you and wash whoever possible. Use a mask, cloth, dupatta any clean cloth to cover your mouth and nose.

Psychologically if you are not in a mood learn the art of positive motivation to gain goals. So, getting ready to go to work and reaching there and showing up is one of the most important things. Any medication drowsiness wears off. Activity will make your mind more alert.

If you have any fears, share it with your therapist. What is the worst that can happen? Maybe you get Covid? But remember almost 50% people recover in India and the rate is only going up. So get ready to move out of your home and start living without fearing the Coronavirus. Maintain Social Distancing.

Cheers and I am sure we shall Overcome adversity successfully.

It must be so difficult for you to be still and be in one location, With a LakshmanRekha. It could be claustrophobic. Are tempers soaring and are you getting more irritable. We in India have had a series of bad events, starting with the Covid-19 pandemic, followed by Cyclone AMPHAN, Locust attacks and severe heat in many places.

In such times it’s difficult to remain cool. In such a situation please identify your triggers. Remaining hungry and not eating on time can trigger symptoms. Remember, not to forget taking your medications. That’s top priority. You may enrol for online Counselling sessions. It’s worth paying for it. Counselling can help you reframe a situation and look at it in a dispassionate way.

One suggestion is to partake in at least one household chore. Example, how about hanging out the clothes, or putting away the dishes. Routine work sucks, but routine work can actually be therapeutic. Many people swear by cooking for mood up-liftment. Some like to cut vegetables. Find out your therapy, chore for the home.

Time will fly when you are busy doing something. Or else time stands still, boredom sets in and the racing negative thoughts can invade your mind. To conquer them or keep them at bay, this is one trick of keeping busy in chores. It could be as easy to water plants for ten minutes each they.

Till then Tata, Bye Bye. Keep reading and reaching out.