When mind is balance situation is challenge

It means that perception is everything. And our perception is a part of how our mind works. If we have negative thought pattern in our mind, we will see every situation as a problem. For example, studying might be a problem for some students. However, they fail to understand the significance of the same because of their thought pattern. If our thoughts are positive, we find things to be opportunity.

Taking from the same example, studying can become an opportunity to learn. Likewise, if the mind is balanced, if we have neutral thoughts, problems act as a challenge in a positive way, which we look forward to overcome. Therefore, perception is what matters the most. Like they say, Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.. and so is, any problem, challenge or opportunity.

There can be many different dimensions through which the above query can be looked at. Also there may be different interpretations that may appeal to the readers as most of mankind today and since ages have been trying to show/reflect their Strength of Mind and subsequently their character or perhaps valor.

For a body builder who has hit the gym every single day for ages, such a person may quantify the Common Man as weak minded, for they do not have possess the strength of mind or body to achieve what the body builder has!! For a Yogi who has overcome or suppressed the biological cravings for intercourse, he or she may find the vast majority of human beings weak minded, for they simply indulge in intercourse on a regular basis and do not possess any strength of the mind to overcome their sexual urges!!

For a political leader who has risen to national prominence, he or she may find the vast majority of the public gullible or weak minded, as exploiting their gullibility… he or she have risen to the top!! With these examples, the point is no matter where an individual stands, there are always “others” who can still find you weak minded. So as long as one derives his sense of identity, from the outer, from the other, he is always weak minded. Looked at, from one perspective, only the weak will run after citations to declare him brave!!

What finally matters is whether one considers himself/herself as centered in them-self…Is one aware of their values,Is one aware of strengths and work towards manifesting it? If yes, being strong minded or with clear perception comes of its own accord. Centered in yourself, the outer labels assigned of being strong or weak minded simply do not matter!! I can’t really define a ‘weak mind’, but I think I can describe one for you. A weak mind is usually one that can’t make decisions on its own. It sways from one point to another on the whims of other people, and it can’t distinguish right from wrong when it’s happening.

A weak mind usually makes decisions based on what happened just now, and forgets to take into account whatever has happened prior to the current event. A weak minded person can never decide what or who to support and can be made to change decisions in split seconds. Also, weak minded people lack confidence and cannot face the world with their head held high. If they do, they do so in front of people who are weaker than them. A weak mind will believe whatever you tell them, even if it’s complete opposite of what they’ve always believed so far. Weak minded people depend on others to make decisions for themselves it can sometimes be frustrating to tell them they need to do what’s right on their own sometimes.

However, if you’re patient and supportive with them, it can do wonders and even help them be a strong person on their own in the long run! But some people like to tell themselves that they will never deal with mental health issues because they are “strong minded” and everyone who lives with mental health issues is “weak minded”. It's a way to feel more in control of their bodies and minds, even though it is a false security.

For what it's worth, I would be very careful about continuing a relationship with a person who openly and explicitly tells you that they believe your mental health issues are the result of a “weak mind”. It demonstrates ignorance of the causes of mental health issues and a troubling distain for folks who live with mental health issues and mental illness.

If this person is unwilling to educate themselves and come to a better understanding of your illnesses, it is an indication that they don't respect you and will not try to understand your experiences. I think this creates a risk for abuse (psychological, verbal, physical) in the relationship. Take care of yourself. You are not weak in any way because of your illnesses. If your partner won't try to understand, they probably aren't a very good partner. You deserve better. Cheers!