Learn to “Let Go”.

Let Go - The Secret to Living Light

:By Dr. Sunil S Rana

We humans are strange creatures.

We often cling to our so-called problems as if they are precious possessions. Most of these problems don’t even exist in reality - they only live in our minds. Yet we keep feeding them with endless “What if?” questions:

“Aisa na ho jaaye…”

“Waisa ho gaya toh kya hoga?”

“Kahin agar wo sab ho gaya toh?”

We let our imagination paint worst-case scenarios and then sit under their shadow, suffocating ourselves. And when the tension becomes unbearable, many people think their only option is to Give Up.

But here’s the truth - there’s a huge difference between Letting Go and Giving Up.

Let Go vs Give Up - The Difference

Give Up means you abandon the journey, the effort, the dream itself.

Let Go means you release the unnecessary weight - the drama, the fear, the overthinking -  but keep walking towards your destination.

Giving up ends the story.

Letting go rewrites the story.

When the Mind Becomes the Enemy

I have seen both paths in real life - and trust me, the “Give Up” route is heartbreaking.

Years ago, I knew a young man - intelligent, sharp, and full of potential. But he got entangled in a relationship that turned toxic. Instead of letting go of the misunderstandings, ego clashes, and drama, he let them consume him. One day, he decided to “Give Up” on life itself - he hanged himself. A brilliant future vanished in a moment.

Another example -  an IPS officer, educated, powerful, and admired by many. Yet, the burden of expectations, office politics, and family pressures became too heavy for him. He didn’t let go of the emotional load; instead, he gave up and shot himself. His death left a deep scar in the hearts of many who loved and respected him.

My Own Lesson in Letting Go

I am no stranger to life’s pressures. In my journey - as a doctor, a professional, and a human being - I’ve faced situations where frustration and stress knocked hard.

I’ve been wrongly judged by people. I’ve seen my efforts go unnoticed. I’ve been betrayed by those I trusted. At times, the easy way out seemed to be to walk away from everything.

But life taught me something crucial - when you let go of the baggage, you walk faster.

You don’t have to hold every stone that’s thrown at you. Some stones are meant to be dropped.

I remember once, in my early days, a senior at work humiliated me publicly for something I didn’t do. My mind kept replaying that incident for days. Then one morning, I decided - This is not worth my mental rent. I let go. That day, my energy shifted, and my work improved. The same people who doubted me later applauded my results.

Why the Young Generation Needs This Lesson ?

Boys and girls today often confuse self-respect with ego, and letting go with weakness.

If a relationship gets tough, instead of removing the toxic parts, they end the entire relationship - or worse, end their own life.

If career challenges feel overwhelming, they quit the dream rather than adjust their approach.

They don’t realise 1 letting go doesn’t mean you accept defeat. It means you refuse to carry unnecessary emotional luggage on your climb to success.

For Working People, Families, and Homemakers

Working Professionals - Office politics, gossip, and comparisons can eat you alive. Let go of what doesn’t build your career. Focus on performance, not pettiness.

Families - Every home has misunderstandings. Let go of grudges before they poison relationships.

Ladies, especially homemakers - Don’t let casual comments or unrealistic expectations crush your spirit. Let go of the pressure to please everyone.

The Beauty of Letting Go

When you let go, you free your hands to hold better things.

When you let go, you realise most problems were never real - they were just inflated by your imagination.

When you let go, life becomes lighter, goals become clearer, and your journey becomes more joyful.

So next time your heart feels heavy, ask yourself -

Do I need to Give Up, or do I simply need to Let Go?

Because life is too precious to abandon, but light enough to carry when you drop the unnecessary weight.