As India celebrates it’s Republic Day on January 26, there is a feeling of joy and happiness in the air. Yet there are many cynical individuals who complain about the fact that after so many years of independence, India continues to struggle with corruption, low life expectancy, illiteracy and other problems.
Like many other families, my forefathers left everything thing they owned in what is now Pakistan at the time of patriotic and immigrated to India with nothing but their desire to live in India, in a secular country. They worked hard and rebuilt their lives once again. Psychologically speaking it is very important to be patriotic
Psychologically speaking it is very important to be patriotic but what is patriotism? Patriotism can be defined as the love and loyalty that we feel towards the country one lives in.
“Patriotism is necessary to preserve and protect the nation as it currently exists.”
Without our roots without our nation, we are nobody, refugees leave their homeland, those who aren’t patriotic end up being emotional refugees in their own land.
Being patriotic provides an anchor, and sense of belonging and ownership.
Being patriotic doesn’t mean to blindly love their country and not to see the flaws and the areas of improvement. But to love one’s country and strive to fix the imperfections.
On this occasion of Republic Day, be proud to be patriotic. Thus, It gives a sense of euphoria, and joy and well being. Dress for the occasion, celebrate with loved ones and be joyous to be living in an independent India, many surrendered their lives so you and I can live in an Independent India.
Jai Hind!
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About Dr. Prerna Kohli
Dr. Kohli believes that “You can talk with a close friend or relative about what’s troubling you; but it’s not the same as professionally-trained experienced psychologist who knows exactly what kind of help you need.”
She is a 100 women Achievers Award Winner (2016) from the Honorable President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee.
Dr. Prerna Kohli is a Clinical Psychologist, a Public Speaker, a Workshop Facilitator and a Holistic Practitioner. She offers Heart-based workshops and lectures that focus on Life Balance, Self-awareness and Inner Peace. Dedicated to sharing her knowledge and compassion with others, Prerna blends intuitive wisdom with solid understanding, creating a powerful holistic approach, specializing in the areas of Emotional change.
Dr. Prerna Kohli is a leading Psychologist in India and provides families, individuals, parents and children counselling on being happy.
