Dr R K Behera
Principal, MGM College
In the race of life, we often forget the one person who needs our care the most — ourselves. We run tirelessly after success, approval, and comfort, trying to meet expectations and fill every demand that life places before us. In the process, we forget to pause, breathe, and ask a simple yet profound question: “Am I truly taking care of my body, mind, and soul?”Our body is the sacred vessel that carries us through the seasons of life — through joy and sorrow, through growth and pain. Yet, how often do we neglect it? We fill it with exhaustion, burden it with stress, and ignore its silent cries for rest. True self-care is not about luxury; it is about honoring this temple that God has given us — through rest, nourishing food, movement, and moments of stillness. When we treat our body with respect, it rewards us with strength and vitality to face life with grace.
Our mind is a powerful garden. Whatever we plant — be it thoughts, worries, or words — grows and shapes the way we see the world. A mind cluttered with fear and comparison becomes restless, but a mind filled with gratitude and peace blooms with clarity and joy. Learning to be gentle with ourselves, to forgive, to think positively, and to focus on what truly matters is a form of deep healing. The peace we seek in the world begins within our own thoughts. Our soul — the deepest and most eternal part of us — often gets lost in the noise of modern life. Yet it quietly whispers, reminding us of who we truly are. The soul thrives not on busyness, but on stillness, kindness, and prayer. Taking care of our soul means reconnecting with the Source of all peace — God — and finding meaning beyond the material world. When the soul is nourished, even the hardest path feels lighter, and life begins to flow with divine purpose.
Taking care of ourselves is not a selfish act; it is a sacred responsibility. When our body, mind, and soul are in harmony, we not only live better — we love better, think clearer, and serve others with greater compassion. A balanced life radiates peace that touches everyone around us. Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first, so that your life may overflow with strength, peace, and love — blessing others as you walk in the fullness of who you are. I always remember one verse from Bible “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own. — 1 Corinthians 6:19”
