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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Emotional strength as important as physical strength for men: Yoga expert Saurabh Bothra shares 7 healthy habits
Men often grow up being reminded to 'toughen up' whenever emotions surface. But expressing emotions needs to be normalized, and emotional strength must be as prioritized as physical strength, says yoga expert Saurabh Bothra. With rising burnout and the constant pressure of comparison, even men are turning to mind-body practices like yoga, breathwork, and therapy, not for trends, but for tangible results like better focus, clarity and sleep. The expert suggests healthy habits to build emotional strength in men, to avoid stress, anxiety and depression. A man with emotional strength may have better focus, clarity and healthier relationships.(Freepik) Why emotional strength can't be optional anymore Are you someone who locks yourself up in the 'never cry, handle problems alone, always appear in control' box associated with men? Silence can kill, says Bothra, pointing out statistics that in India, the male suicide rate stands at 14.2 per 100,000. "Unchecked distress bleeds into relationships and the workplace. Irritability, withdrawal, and reckless coping behaviours strain marriages, derail careers, and model unhealthy habits for the next generation. Emotional fitness flips that script," Bothra tells Health Shots. Habits to build emotional strength The goal of building these emotional strength habits is to develop the ability to notice, name, and regulate feelings without getting hijacked by them. The following practices cover body, mind, and community, and none require dramatic lifestyle overhauls, says Bothra. 1. Breath‑led movement Spend ten minutes each morning in slow, deliberate motion. A gentle Surya Namaskar or sun salutation sequence blends stretching with diaphragmatic breathing, down‑regulates the nervous system, and lubricates joints before the day's demands hit. No fancy gear, studio, or chanting required. 2. Name the emotion to tame it Keep a pocket notebook or phone note where you jot a one‑word check‑in three times daily — angry, restless, content, overwhelmed. Labeling converts vague discomfort into a manageable data point. Over weeks, patterns emerge, showing who or what reliably pushes buttons. That awareness is half the battle won. 3. Keep taking micro-breaks Treat the brain like a muscle that needs rest between sets. Schedule two five‑minute breaks in the workday to step outside, stretch, or practise box breathing (inhale‑hold‑exhale‑hold, four counts each). Short, regular resets beat one long vacation that never arrives. 4. Brotherhood, not bravado Statistics say 40 percent of Indian men still never discuss mental health. Break the stalemate by inviting a friend for coffee and opening with a simple 'I've been feeling weird lately, you ever get that?' Vulnerability given is often vulnerability returned. If circles of trust are scarce, structured men's groups — both in‑person and online — provide guided sharing without judgment. 5. Take professional help Therapy is not a last resort. It is coaching for the mind. A few sessions can teach evidence‑based techniques like cognitive reframing or acceptance and commitment strategies. Pairing this with movement‑oriented disciplines such as yoga, martial arts, or even mindful running produces a feedback loop: body calms mind, and an organised mind directs the body with purpose. 6. Learn to laugh and smile more Seek moments that genuinely make you laugh - be it a funny video, playful banter, or nostalgic memories. Smiling and laughing release endorphins, lower stress and remind you that joy too, is a skill worth practising. 7. Make habits stick Emotional fitness is about being more in control. It's the difference between reacting on impulse and responding with intention. That kind of resilience doesn't come from suppressing emotion or pushing through blindly. It comes from knowing what's happening inside you and learning how to work with it. Practices like conscious breathwork and simple asanas help build that internal awareness. You begin to notice what sets you off, what grounds you, and how to return to balance without needing to escape. Over time, this becomes less of a routine and more of a mindset. For any man who wants to show up fully for his work, his people, and himself, that mindset changes everything.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Yoga expert Saurabh Bothra shares 7 habits for men to build emotional strength, says silence can kill
Men often grow up being reminded to 'toughen up' whenever emotions surface. But expressing emotions needs to be normalized, and emotional strength must be as prioritized as physical strength, says yoga expert Saurabh Bothra. With rising burnout and the constant pressure of comparison, even men are turning to mind-body practices like yoga, breathwork, and therapy, not for trends, but for tangible results like better focus, clarity and sleep. The expert suggests healthy habits to build emotional strength in men, to avoid stress, anxiety and depression. A man with emotional strength may have better focus, clarity and healthier relationships.(Freepik) Why emotional strength can't be optional anymore Are you someone who locks yourself up in the 'never cry, handle problems alone, always appear in control' box associated with men? Silence can kill, says Bothra, pointing out statistics that in India, the male suicide rate stands at 14.2 per 100,000. "Unchecked distress bleeds into relationships and the workplace. Irritability, withdrawal, and reckless coping behaviours strain marriages, derail careers, and model unhealthy habits for the next generation. Emotional fitness flips that script," Bothra tells Health Shots. Habits to build emotional strength The goal of building these emotional strength habits is to develop the ability to notice, name, and regulate feelings without getting hijacked by them. The following practices cover body, mind, and community, and none require dramatic lifestyle overhauls, says Bothra. 1. Breath‑led movement Spend ten minutes each morning in slow, deliberate motion. A gentle Surya Namaskar or sun salutation sequence blends stretching with diaphragmatic breathing, down‑regulates the nervous system, and lubricates joints before the day's demands hit. No fancy gear, studio, or chanting required. 2. Name the emotion to tame it Keep a pocket notebook or phone note where you jot a one‑word check‑in three times daily — angry, restless, content, overwhelmed. Labeling converts vague discomfort into a manageable data point. Over weeks, patterns emerge, showing who or what reliably pushes buttons. That awareness is half the battle won. 3. Keep taking micro-breaks Treat the brain like a muscle that needs rest between sets. Schedule two five‑minute breaks in the workday to step outside, stretch, or practise box breathing (inhale‑hold‑exhale‑hold, four counts each). Short, regular resets beat one long vacation that never arrives. 4. Brotherhood, not bravado Statistics say 40 percent of Indian men still never discuss mental health. Break the stalemate by inviting a friend for coffee and opening with a simple 'I've been feeling weird lately, you ever get that?' Vulnerability given is often vulnerability returned. If circles of trust are scarce, structured men's groups — both in‑person and online — provide guided sharing without judgment. 5. Take professional help Therapy is not a last resort. It is coaching for the mind. A few sessions can teach evidence‑based techniques like cognitive reframing or acceptance and commitment strategies. Pairing this with movement‑oriented disciplines such as yoga, martial arts, or even mindful running produces a feedback loop: body calms mind, and an organised mind directs the body with purpose. 6. Learn to laugh and smile more Seek moments that genuinely make you laugh - be it a funny video, playful banter, or nostalgic memories. Smiling and laughing release endorphins, lower stress and remind you that joy too, is a skill worth practising. 7. Make habits stick Emotional fitness is about being more in control. It's the difference between reacting on impulse and responding with intention. That kind of resilience doesn't come from suppressing emotion or pushing through blindly. It comes from knowing what's happening inside you and learning how to work with it. Practices like conscious breathwork and simple asanas help build that internal awareness. You begin to notice what sets you off, what grounds you, and how to return to balance without needing to escape. Over time, this becomes less of a routine and more of a mindset. For any man who wants to show up fully for his work, his people, and himself, that mindset changes everything.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Time of India
Managed 33% larger crowd in Puri than last yr: Rail police
Bhubaneswar: Railway police on Monday said they have successfully managed a 33% larger crowd at Puri station during Sunday's Suna Besha festival by implementing "psychology-based crowd management" techniques. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Puri station handled 82,565 departing passengers during Suna Besha, showing a substantial increase of 33.60% compared to last year's 61,798. Similar figures are expected for arrival, which are currently under evaluation. ADG (railway) Arun Bothra said govt railway police and railway protection force implemented airport-style queue systems and strategic barriers, which effectively reduced tension between security staff and travellers. "Moving away from traditional forceful restrictions, a more passenger-friendly approach was adopted. The results were remarkable, with better compliance. Understanding crowd psychology was key to our effective crowd control. People naturally cooperate better when they feel guided rather than controlled or restricted," Bothra said. A senior RPF official said, "This year's experience proves that modern crowd management techniques can effectively handle larger crowds."
Economic Times
28-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Discretionary consumption, digital ads, and travel to lead market themes in 2H2025: Paras Bothra
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Paras Bothra, CIO – AIF at Ashika Investment Manager Pvt Ltd, shares his outlook for the second half of 2025, highlighting key themes and opportunities amid ongoing market to Bothra, discretionary consumption digital advertising , and travel-related segments are well-positioned to outperform, supported by lower interest rates, a festive-heavy season, and structural geopolitical concerns and primary market supply may cap near-term upside, he remains constructive on the long-term India story, urging investors to stay disciplined with SIPs and focus on sectors offering compelling growth and valuation comfort. Edited Excerpts –A) Yes, the volatility we are seeing is because of the geopolitical tensions emerging in the middle east and crude spiking up creating jitters in the markets.A) The rest of the year will see the surge in supply of papers in the primary market and the plethora of QIP and promoter block deals absorbing liquidity and capping market on the other hand there will be buoyancy in the market based on improved fundamentals because of interest rate cuts and ample supply of liquidity, normal monsoon boosting the economy and more specifically consumption.A) Discretionary consumption is a theme which might gain momentum with lower interest rate and festive heavy second like clean water, convenience services, airlines, govt policy supportive industries, digital advertising, hotels, tours & travels, selective industrial products & services, cooling products, financialization of savings, hospitals etc., seem to be riding on structural tailwinds and opportunities can be tapped in these segments when the market turns volatile and the valuation starts looking compelling.A) Crude oil movement in the near future is more to do with war in the middle-east. But it may be short lived till the time tension between Israel and Iran is long the skirmish continues is a fluid situation to predict. But any sign of restoration of normalcy will see supplies easing and crude oil prices coming oil price spike has an impact on Indian GDP and current account balance, but the dependency has reduced a lot with the passage of time and with the adoption in alternate sources of energy.A) We are looking at companies more from bottoms-up and sectors like financials/NBFCs, capitals goods, pharma, discretionary consumption, defence, tours & travels, hospitality, hospitals, manufacturing/electronics, speciality chemicals are few sectors which look good.A) FII's will certainly look at India positively given what is happening in the developed the emerging market is becoming attractive with rising/elevated bond yields in the US and given other macro headwinds in developed markets. Though we are yet to see a surge in India dedicated foreign funds.A) If anybody has a 30-40 years horizon of asset allocation, I think rather than timing the market, it is the discipline of uninterrupted SIP which will work wonders in compounding as an asset class can be seriously looked at, because for such a long horizon, it will be for the younger generation in their twenties and having a risk appetite to digest volatility.A) Yes, it seems rate cut is frontloaded and with the boost in liquidity it will support consumption.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Discretionary consumption, digital ads, and travel to lead market themes in 2H2025: Paras Bothra
FII's will certainly look at India positively given what is happening in the developed market. Ashika Investment Manager's CIO, Paras Bothra, anticipates discretionary consumption and travel sectors to thrive in the second half of 2025, fueled by lower interest rates and festive demand. While geopolitical tensions and primary market activity may limit near-term gains, the long-term outlook for India remains positive. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Paras Bothra, CIO – AIF at Ashika Investment Manager Pvt Ltd, shares his outlook for the second half of 2025, highlighting key themes and opportunities amid ongoing market to Bothra, discretionary consumption digital advertising , and travel-related segments are well-positioned to outperform, supported by lower interest rates, a festive-heavy season, and structural geopolitical concerns and primary market supply may cap near-term upside, he remains constructive on the long-term India story, urging investors to stay disciplined with SIPs and focus on sectors offering compelling growth and valuation comfort. Edited Excerpts –A) Yes, the volatility we are seeing is because of the geopolitical tensions emerging in the middle east and crude spiking up creating jitters in the markets.A) The rest of the year will see the surge in supply of papers in the primary market and the plethora of QIP and promoter block deals absorbing liquidity and capping market on the other hand there will be buoyancy in the market based on improved fundamentals because of interest rate cuts and ample supply of liquidity, normal monsoon boosting the economy and more specifically consumption.A) Discretionary consumption is a theme which might gain momentum with lower interest rate and festive heavy second like clean water, convenience services, airlines, govt policy supportive industries, digital advertising, hotels, tours & travels, selective industrial products & services, cooling products, financialization of savings, hospitals etc., seem to be riding on structural tailwinds and opportunities can be tapped in these segments when the market turns volatile and the valuation starts looking compelling.A) Crude oil movement in the near future is more to do with war in the middle-east. But it may be short lived till the time tension between Israel and Iran is long the skirmish continues is a fluid situation to predict. But any sign of restoration of normalcy will see supplies easing and crude oil prices coming oil price spike has an impact on Indian GDP and current account balance, but the dependency has reduced a lot with the passage of time and with the adoption in alternate sources of energy.A) We are looking at companies more from bottoms-up and sectors like financials/NBFCs, capitals goods, pharma, discretionary consumption, defence, tours & travels, hospitality, hospitals, manufacturing/electronics, speciality chemicals are few sectors which look good.A) FII's will certainly look at India positively given what is happening in the developed the emerging market is becoming attractive with rising/elevated bond yields in the US and given other macro headwinds in developed markets. Though we are yet to see a surge in India dedicated foreign funds.A) If anybody has a 30-40 years horizon of asset allocation, I think rather than timing the market, it is the discipline of uninterrupted SIP which will work wonders in compounding as an asset class can be seriously looked at, because for such a long horizon, it will be for the younger generation in their twenties and having a risk appetite to digest volatility.A) Yes, it seems rate cut is frontloaded and with the boost in liquidity it will support consumption.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)
