Father John D'Souza Father John D'Souza Asked 6 months ago

What does god say about mental health?

As a spiritual leader, I often counsel people dealing with mental health struggles. I believe in holistic well-being. What does God say about mental health and how can faith support it?

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Ritu Kapoor Ritu Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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I believe God created all the good things in the world, like comfort food and nature, to help keep our minds happy when we are stressed. Spiritual texts encourage us to find joy and peace in daily life. But if you are feeling really low, talking to a doctor is the best way to heal.

Jyoti Pandey Jyoti Pandey Joined May 2026 5 months ago

True, spiritual teachings always emphasize compassion, inner peace, and seeking comfort during difficult times. Taking care of your mental well-being is a vital part of respecting the life we have been given.

Meera Chawla Meera Chawla Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, sometimes life feels so heavy and we look for spiritual comfort. Most scriptures teach that our minds deserve peace and that seeking help, whether spiritual or professional, is a sign of strength. God always wants us to care for our minds just as we care for our bodies.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Haan, almost every holy book says that peace of mind is the ultimate wealth, na. God doesn't expect us to suffer in silence, and seeking help when you are anxious is completely okay. Take care of your mental health just like any physical illness.

Rohan Mehta Rohan Mehta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, I think God wants us to be kind to ourselves first. Every religious book talks about finding peace of mind and not carrying all the burden alone. It's totally fine to seek therapy and pray at the same time.

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Rajesh Saxena Rajesh Saxena Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

In my experience, spiritual peace goes hand in hand with a healthy lifestyle. God reminds us to guard our inner peace, which also helps keep our blood pressure and stress levels stable. Along with prayers, regular health checkups and mental health support are very important.

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