I watched Tamasha yesterday without any clue about the storyline. I wanted to see it purely for Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor’s magical on-screen chemistry. However, the film moves slowly, which might explain its underwhelming performance at the box office.
Despite that, Tamasha addresses a crucial issue of modern life—one that may not seem severe on the surface but silently affects many: the crisis of identity and purpose. This underlying struggle is a major contributor to stress in today’s world.
The Crisis of Choosing the Wrong Path
Many young people end up in professions they don’t love, either due to a lack of guidance, parental pressure, or societal expectations. Over time, they realize they are unhappy, leading to an internal conflict. This conflict grows further when they must choose between financial security and following their passion.
Some don’t know what they truly want because they have never explored anything beyond their predefined path. Others who do know what they want often lack a clear direction on how to pursue it. This struggle creates deep frustration and mental exhaustion.
The Problem of Speed and Constant Focus
Another theme in the movie is our obsession with speed. We live in a world of instant gratification—instant coffee, instant food, instant relationships. Everything is expected to happen quickly.
In Yoga, stress is often linked to speed. We rush through tasks, think fast, act fast, and in doing so, we forget to breathe. We are constantly chasing deadlines, goals, and achievements, leaving no space to slow down.
In Tamasha, when Ved starts questioning his purpose, he asks his boss what he would do in such a situation. The boss simply replies, “I would focus more.” This reflects a common mindset today—whenever we struggle, we try to focus harder. But we rarely learn how to defocus.
Learning to Defocus – The Art of Letting Go
Defocus, in simple terms, means letting go. It’s about enjoying what you have instead of constantly chasing what you don’t. This endless chase is a major cause of stress.
Focusing is a function of the left brain, which governs logic and analytical thinking. Modern education and work culture emphasize left-brain development while neglecting the right brain, which is responsible for creativity and intuition. The imbalance between the two creates stress.
How Yoga Helps Restore Balance
Stress is often a result of imbalance—between work and life, between expectations and reality, and even between the left and right brain. Yoga is designed to restore balance between the mind, body, and soul.
- Pranayama (breathing techniques): Nadi Shuddhi Pranayama (alternate nostril breathing) helps balance the left and right brain.
- Yoga postures: Improve flexibility, physical health, and energy flow.
- Meditation: Helps defocus, clear the mind, and improve decision-making.
- Relaxation techniques: Reduce mental and physical tension.
- Following your passion: Doing what you love is itself a form of meditation, reducing stress and improving overall well-being.
A Simple Message: Slow Down and Find Your Balance
Take a break from the rush. Explore your interests, follow your passions, and practice Yoga—not just asanas, but all aspects of it. When you slow down and create balance, stress, and anxiety naturally reduce, bringing peace to your mind and life.
