India, Jan. 23 -- By Baishali Sarkar

New Delhi [India], January 23 (ANI): Mental health remains one of the most pressing yet frequently overlooked dimensions of human well-being in contemporary society. Amid the relentless pace of daily life, individuals often prioritise external achievements, material pursuits, and routine obligations, while neglecting the inner equilibrium that sustains resilience and clarity.

The Buddha's timeless teaching in the Dhammapada, "The mind is the forerunner of all things", states that our mental state is not a passive backdrop, but rather the primary driver of how we perceive, interpret, and respond to the world around us. Just as a skilled driver determines the direction, safety, and efficiency of a vehi...