The Thought Box

Healing by Faith

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Neha
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One of the most deep and positive adjustments I’ve made in my life was when I actually gave myself to God. It wasn’t overnight, but more of an inner calling, a gentle whisper from deep within my being, something my soul cried out for. Life had reached a point of overwhelm, emotionally draining, and mentally choking. I would descend into circles of perpetual overthinking, drowning with my own mind, feeling as though I was losing grip. There were times that I truly did not know how to continue… and yes, I even contemplated taking my own life.

But in the midst of all that darkness, a small light glowed, weak, but warm. I stretched out to faith, not habit or ritual, but desperation for peace. And that’s when things started to change. I began reciting Shri Hanuman Chalisa every day and started the sacred ritual of writing Shri Ram’s name 108 times a day. Gradually, these simple but deeply spiritual rituals started grounding me.

With each recitation of the Hanuman Chalisa, I felt one layer of my fear melt away. It was as if Hanuman Ji had his hand on mine, guiding me through my fear, speaking words of courage into my heart. Writing Shri Ram’s name was no longer a ritual, but a meditation, a sanctuary where my restless mind could rest. That repetition had a rhythm of surrender, healing, and trust that began rewiring my mind.

I couldn’t rationalize it in purely psychological terms, though I’m aware of the science behind the strength of repetitive attention and positive association. But beyond anything else, it’s spiritual. It’s a soul-deep relationship that assures me I’m not alone. It reminds me that I’m loved, guided, and protected, even when the world is too much.

This transformation didn’t only assist me in coping, it provided me with a reason to remain. I no longer bear that intolerable burden by myself. My head is quieter now, more focused. I’ve begun to welcome life once more, not flawlessly, but genuinely. Submitting to God did not eliminate all my issues, but it enabled me to confront them with faith rather than fear.

So yes, this journey of surrender, of spiritual practice, of calling on Hanuman Ji and seeking solace in the name of Shri Ram, has truly been the most beautiful transformation in my life. And I’m grateful, endlessly grateful, for it.

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5 responses to “Healing by Faith”

  1. Swamigalkodi Astrology Avatar
    Swamigalkodi Astrology

    Appreciated

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  2. Loku Avatar
    Loku

    Hi,
    I do listen bhajans. Though I’m not vocal about that, publicly.
    I’m definitely into spirituality and faith since I was a child.
    Where is God? How can I meet him? How can I talk to him? Will he listen to me — these are all questions I had in my mind.

    I was a curious seeker.

    I was watching all these cartoons— Baal Ganesha, and Baal Hanuman etc. I used TV serials based of these characters. You can add Shri Krishna and Ram ji in the list.
    At certain point of time I was very sure — Shri Krishna is my friend. And he’s watching me 24×7.😂

    Year ago when I was at the university, remembering God provided me strength. At the JNV also no one was my best friend other than God.

    I don’t know why education has a negative effect of self belief.
    Being educated allows you to question everything. Faith is a matter of belief rather than questioning.
    In fact, trusting God is like trusting oneself in a certain way.
    When you have one on one connection to God it’s pure. But when there’s a middleman and extra drama the connection starts getting weaker.

    I don’t support religious hatred and communalism. But I certainly believe in the power of prayers. And I pray to my God on a regular basis.

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    1. Neha Avatar
      Neha

      I opened the Jetpack app and for a second I thought, “What’s going on?” 😅

      You really took out time to read everything and write such a long, honest comments. I was like… okay wow, someone’s actually reading 😄

      And that Krishna being your 24×7 buddy bit? Too good 😂 I feel the same with Hanuman Ji now, like he’s just there, silently watching everything.

      Totally get what you said about faith, when it’s just you and God, it hits different. No drama, no middlemen, just simple peace. And yeah, education makes us overthink everything sometimes… but that childhood faith? It somehow stays, quietly in the background.

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      1. Loku Avatar
        Loku

        It seems I need to return back to my previous version. God is more reliable than humans.
        Because humans are too judgemental about themselves. They don’t trust themselves, and look for external validation.
        Purity, commitment, passion, trust and honesty, only God can understand. Humans can’t!

        I’m no more alone— I can tell myself that.

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      2. Neha Avatar
        Neha

        That last line hit hard, “I’m no more alone, I can tell myself that.”
        It’s such a simple sentence, but it says everything.

        And yeah, you’re right, humans really do get caught up in their own judgments and doubts. God doesn’t need explanations. That quiet trust, that feeling of being understood without saying a word, only He gets that.

        Feels like you’re reconnecting with a version of yourself that always knew this deep down.

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