Dar Muqeet Gull
Today, depression has quietly become a common part of life. If you talk to almost anyone, you often hear the same words: “I feel depressed.” But when asked the reason, the answer is usually, “I don’t know.” This confusion itself reflects the depth of the problem. People are struggling, but many don’t even fully understand why. Modern life has made stress feel constant. A person may not even be busy, yet still feels there is no time, no peace, no satisfaction. This is one of the biggest contradictions of our era .we have more comfort than ever before, yet less inner peace. Earlier generations lived simpler lives. Their thinking was clearer, their hearts lighter, and their expectations limited. They found happiness in small things, relationships, and contentment.
Today, however, life has become complicated. Greed, comparison, jealousy, and the constant race for money and status have deeply affected human thinking. People are no longer at peace with what they have; instead, they are always chasing what they don’t have. This endless comparison creates frustration, and frustration slowly turns into depression.Among the youth, the situation is even more concerning. Many young people turn to harmful habits like smoking or drugs and label it as “stress relief.” But in reality, these habits only deepen the problem. When asked why, the answer again comes back to depression. This shows that instead of solving the issue, we are often choosing escape routes. One of the hidden reasons behind this growing stress is the misuse of mobile phones and social media. While technology is a powerful tool, its wrong use has created distraction, comparison, and unrealistic expectations.
“Purpose and mindset transform challenges into growth. By shifting from external pursuit to self-awareness and gratitude, an overwhelmed generation can find true strength and peace.”
People spend hours online, watching others’ lives, and start feeling their own life is incomplete. This silent comparison damages self-worth and creates anxiety.Another major cause is unemployment and uncertainty about the future. Even highly educated individuals, with degrees like PhDs, are struggling to find opportunities. This gap between effort and reward leads to disappointment and mental pressure. Alongside this, poverty and financial instability add another layer of stress, making life even harder for many families.
But beyond all these external factors, there is a deeper issue .the growing distance from inner peace and spiritual connection. When a person becomes disconnected from values, purpose, and faith, life begins to feel empty. No amount of money or success can fill that gap. True peace comes from within, from clarity of purpose, discipline, and a strong moral foundation. The solution to this crisis is not just external change, but internal transformation.
We need to Reconnect with our values and purpose.Use technology wisely instead of becoming controlled by it. Avoid harmful habits and choose healthier ways to cope. Most importantly, a person must build a strong connection with faith and self-discipline. When life is guided by purpose, patience, and positivity, even difficulties become easier to handle. This generation is not weak it is misguided and overwhelmed. With the right direction, awareness, and mindset, it can become stronger than ever before. Peace is not found in running after the world, but in understanding yourself. Happiness is not in having everything, but in valuing what you already have.
(The author is a freelancer. The views, opinions and conclusions expressed in this article are those of the author and aren’t necessarily in accord with the views of “Kashmir Horizon”)
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