Hindustan Times (Bathinda)

DISCIPLINE IS THE OXYGEN THAT CAN NOURISH AND SUSTAIN YOUR SOUL

- Atishay Jain (Inner Voice comprises contributi­ons from our readers.) The views expressed are personal Innervoice@hindustant­imes.com ■

The human body is a treasure trove of untapped potential. To unlock this vault of unimaginab­le possibilit­ies, the mind needs to be synchronis­ed with the soul. This can surely be done by having discipline in life. Knitting some simple tasks with your daily chores can help you live life more efficientl­y and purposeful­ly.

Early morning yoga or basic meditation complement­ed with salubrious meals through the day, followed by a light evening walk with deep breath in the fresh breeze can work wonders in reducing stress levels and coping with unavoidabl­e mental health issues in today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Besides these, nurturing a hobby, especially one that allows you to spend some quality time with nature, such as gardening, can help you pluck out the unwanted weeds of dejection from the beautiful garden of your intellect.

Even a simple habit like quality reading in bed can help you get sound sleep and prepare you for a productive day ahead. One should not confuse discipline with abstention, discipline is the oxygen for your soul. Abstention can sometimes hinder this oxygen flow, a choking soul can never be at peace. No wonder a soldier lives a more dynamic yet peaceful life all because of the regimen he or she follows. Discipline is the key to maintain the work-life balance. After all, it’s almost impossible to row the boat of your life in a disturbed watercours­e.

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