#Karnatak_Arts_and_Commerce_College #Inaugural_Function_of_Psychology_Study_Circle and #Welcome_to_Freshers ----------------------------------------------------------------------- #Shocking_Facts: ☆ According to WHO India is the most #Depressed country in the World ☆India has the highest #Suicide rate in South East Asia ☆ A child in India is #Sexually abused every 15 minutes Isn't it time we had a separate #Ministry_for_Mental_Health? This list is just the tip of the iceberg which highlights how important it is for us to focus on mental health which we mostly ignore. Therefore in addition to several other measures that we have to adopt we need more professionals who can focus on Mental health and develop India into a mentally fit and happy nation. It was a heart touching and memorable moment being invited by the Psychology department as the chief guest of the college that chiseled out the unwanted from within me and moulded me into the person that i have become! It was a soulful experience climbing down those steps and sharing the dias with those who mentored me. The friendly #Dr_S_G_Jadhav Head of Psychology Department, effervescent #Dr_Rajeshwari_N_Kenchappanavar chairperson psychology study circle, the teaching and non-teaching faculty and all the amazing students eager to explore the world of psychology made my day! Karnatak College Dharwad gave me the freedom to be myself and express uninhibitedly my quest for learning and life. Perhaps it was the first time in my life i felt confident enough to not be judged for being vocal, curious, adventurous, inquisitive, bold, modern and liberal. The college nurtured my interests in various fields and supported me to such an extent that i could represent it at various levels in various fields. It gave me the wings to not only fly high in academics but also in extra curricular activities. I will forever remain indebted to my Alma mater for having given me the freedom to be myself which i value the most as i believe everyone realises their true potential and personality only when they are themselves and not straight jacketed by the society! It was indeed very humbling sharing my experiences with the students and explaining how it helped me at every stage of my life. I emphasized on the importance of the beautiful subject that they have chosen 'Psychology', the bright career prospects that they have and how they can become the architects of an exciting future by giving their heart, soul and mind to it. I encouraged the students to not only look at it from a professional angle but also personal as every second of their day they will be using this knowledge. I thank Rajeshwari ma'am for having invited me and for having showered upon me love and respect that i will cherish forever. I wish every student all the best not only in their academic life but also in creating a positive and happy world where mental health receives the importance that it deserves. Become the #Master and not a Slave of your Mind!