Ideal Leadership- Hindu philosophy

                                                                                 It is observed that leaders nowadays behave as they like after public mandate, that too without following any rules or principles. They also behave as it is convenient for them. However, despotic rulers have sometimes proved worse in this matter.

                                                                      There are some basic rules that ancient Hindu philosophy has charted out. In the short term, to behave right manner is difficult, but in the long run it is beneficial for leadership. It is said that truth is very hard, but following the same path gives a positive result.  The false assurances by the leader will result in betraying people.

                                                                       Besides that, blind love and trust in relatives can result in total destruction of leadership. We have seen that blind love for a son or the nearest one has run down the popularity and prestige of several leaders.

                                                                      Every action of a leader has to be  in the favor of the public and not their own interest. A leader has to be for people, not for personal benefits.

                                                                     Leadership has to use competition for prosperity and not for destruction.  It has to be used for encouraging innovation and improving the service sector for the people. In short, it is not to be used for destroying each other.

                                                                    It is said that power and wealth are not permanent features. But values remain forever. It is true in the present day also that power and wealth come and go. However leader's value-based actions remain and are appreciated after he leaves the arena of  leadership. This is because virtues and honesty only make man immortal.

                                                                    All these give a message that leaders are supposed to follow truth, justice, right action, and values with respect for all opinions.  It is also necessary for leaders to keep some of the state matters secret, which is required by ethics.

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Mental Health of the world

                                                                                 It is believed that sometimes mental problems are more painful than physical suffering. It is observed that all over the world, Mental issues are increasing due to stress, strain, and fast, competitive lives. This is true even in developed and rich countries.  Besides that, intellectualism teaches rationalism and a logical approach to the mental agony, ignoring the limitations of life. Sometimes, a religious and spiritual approach is also needed for mental health problems.

                                                Wealth and money are not the solution to mental problems, as we find that the rich and wealthy are also victims of the same.  The economic conditions also increase mental health issues. In the past, for several decades, it was believed that young and old people live satisfactorily, but middle-aged people suffer from an unhappy mental life. But it varies with places, like a Swiss youngster at 35 was mentally sad, while in Ukraine, sixty was the age when people were sad and unhappy. 

                                              However recent survey reported that young people across the world are now in the highest misery group. The reason for unhappiness among the young may be due to job dissatisfaction or labor conditions. The improvement in job conditions in Europe has greatly improved the mental health of the young generation therein.

                                            Besides that, some people believe that the Media and smartphones may have affected the mental health of teenagers and young but survey do not confirm their opinion.

                                            The recent survey in America reported that the mental health of young Americans has improved. It will make mid-American people saddest when remembering their past memories.

                                         In short, Mental health depends upon the economic, financial, and social conditions prevailing around people. 

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Humble and Simple American President- Jimmy Carter

                                                                                                     Jimmy Carter passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100, leaving behind a great legacy. He was the President of America during the difficult time when America was facing the American Hostage Crisis in Iran. He also faced the energy crisis, and the American economy was going through a recession and high unemployment.  He achieved the treaties of Disarmament with Russia and between Egypt and Israel, respectively. He also returned the 'Panama Canal' to Panama. He was the president for one term but left his office with dignity. He also believed in the equality of all brothers in the United States of America. 

                                                                         He was active in public life after his retirement. He built houses for the poor, raising beams himself with hammer and nails. He also worked for democracy and peace, and for those causes, he travelled all over the world. He won the Nobel Peace Prize, through which he achieved high stature and recognition. It has made him shine in the world rather than as the American President.

                                                                           It is very much necessary to understand Jimmy Carter to go through his past life and the background of his home State, Georgia. He used to copy the habits of black boys from a poor peanut farming family. Jimmy Carter lived in a big house and played with his black friends. Hence, he found some time out of place in white surroundings. However, his virtuous qualities are a gift of his pleasant childhood in equal brotherhood and a very religious atmosphere. 

                                                                         It is said that to digest power is very difficult, but Jimmy Carter had a very high character, which made him more humble and noble among the powerful leaders of the world.

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