Psychology has increasingly become a weapon used to control and manipulate the population to their disadvantage – most people are unaware that there could be serious repercussions for our very souls in this process of dehumanization. Carl Jung, a renowned psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, argued that a sickness of the soul was far more dangerous than any earthly seismic event and yet few bother to address this ominous crisis.
In this day and age of progress and achievement, many individuals find themselves rushing from one task to the next with little to no reprieve from the onslaught of stress piled upon them. The general populace has come to accept these pressures as part and parcel of their daily life requirements when in reality they were not intended to reach such oppressive levels. As various areas such as careers, relationships, finances and family obligations sustain onerous tolls, it goes without saying that an individual's psyche can soon come undone.
Those that suffer in silence or refuse to acknowledge the gravity of their predicament will soon find themselves in tangled knots of confused emotions stemming from fatigue, alienation, irritability and even anxiety. Depression and insecurity are some of the more devastating effects of a soul ailing crisis with debilitating effects on both body and mind. If left unchecked, the repercussions could be far reaching and could lead to grave consequences such as public outbursts, mental break-downs, suicidal thoughts and substance dependence.
The irony in the entire situation is that it was meant to be driven by society's understanding that a mentally healthy individual leads to a beneficial collective progress; however, it may also have become a tool to bring about an imbalance state in our souls. This, more than ever before, appears to be the heart of the matter for those suffering in quiet desperation.
But it does not have to remain this way; there lies an innate creativity deep within each one of us that must be nurtured in order to access our strength, confidence and love. To encourage growth and renewal requires a reflection of the true self and an acceptance that wellness and joy still exist. Simultaneously, it is vital to recognize the importance of looking at the issue beyond oneself and developing a appreciation towards the community at large. Respect, understanding, patience and affection do go a long way towards forging connections which in itself can be extremely therapeutic.
Nonetheless, it would seem humane that psychological diseases be interpreted in equal footing with physical ailments, allowing it to be addressed with similar passion. This is especially important because many of our societies are ill-equipped to compassionately yet effectively recognize and apply treatment for soul sickenings. Education, reform and restructuring of institutions should be redoubled to counter such a crisis and examine how far a person must be allowed to drift before help arrives.
It is time for individuals to recognize the outer feedback loops that show intricate signs of inner damages, weighing how long they are able to manage before the break point turns into a breaking point. People must be encouraged to voice their troubles and seek comfort in measures that nourish the mind and soul – be it music, meditation, counseling or therapy.
We must accept responsibility for our psychological health and in so doing honor our souls as paramount in every aspect of living. The unspoken ailment of the psyche can often lead to dire consequences if neglected and yet Carl Jung's warning still holds true; a sickness of the soul is more dangerous than a single earthquake. People must become proactive in counteracting such maladies through a united effort of education, reform and self-reflection, hoping against all odds that a future of lasting mental wellbeing may be revered for generations to come.
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