This book examines the topic of solving modern difficulties faced by Generation Z, ranging from office life issues to revenge, using knowledge from Indian mythology.
The author compares the spread of rumors in antiquity, such as during the great battle of the Mahabharata, with the modern flow of information, emphasizing that fact-checking mechanisms did not exist then, and what was heard was accepted as truth, which could have altered the course of events.
Today, in an era of information abundance, the question arises of how to distinguish true information from false information, yet there are ways to assess and recognize the truth.
An example from the Mahabharata is provided because Hindu scriptures, such as the Dharmas, Vedas, and Upanishads, contain numerous examples that can easily resolve today's problems if one knows how to look for them.
To facilitate this task, a new book titled 'Aap Hi Hero Hain: Stories of Self-Power from Indian Spirituality' has been released. It was written by senior journalist Shashi Shekhar and published by BlueOne Inc Publishers.
Although the author usually does not read self-help books, he was drawn to the cover of this book because it combines motivational ideas with mythology. As he turned the pages, he discovered that contemporary problems find their solutions in chapters based on the verses, stories, and characters of the Mahabharata.
Solutions to problems related to work, family, career, and youth are contained in ancient texts. For instance, when addressing how to make an important life decision—immediately or after careful consideration—the dialogues of Yudhishthira and Bhishma, as well as stories about Chirkari, are presented, each offering a solution to a personal problem.
It is currently difficult to prepare a new generation immersed in Instagram, Snapchat, and Reels. Previously, life experience was gained through active leisure, conflicts, or failures, which helped understand the hustle of life. However, today's youth often find themselves isolated in apartments, in aquariums, playing mobile games.
To teach them life experience and introduce them to spirituality, culture, or religious writings, it is necessary to tell them about real events they experience themselves: defeats, breakups, or getting into difficult situations. Studying ancient texts combined with these real stories brings a special satisfaction.
Therefore, this book is a salvation for Generation Z. The author also found an interesting section on how to identify one's right advisor, where the story of King Shali and Karna reveals many aspects and paths.