A special lecture on Healthy Mind was organized by Department of Psychology in the premises of Akal University. The talk was delivered by Dr. Vandana Sharma, Professor of eminence, Akal University. While having a vast experience in the field of personality psychology and conducting workshops on enhancing knowledge to enhance quality of life, Professor Sharma has emphasized on the importance of healthy mind in modern life. A healthy mind is always able to differentiate the various options and it outcome in decision making. She expressed that different personalities react differently in same situation and one must be resilient in adverse situation. Happiness and well-being is important components when we evaluate the overall healthy functioning of mind. Professor Sharma also talked about Emotional Intelligence and PERMA model developed by Martin Seligman, Founder of Positive Psychology. She discussed that how Thankfulness, Gratitude, Happiness and healthy life style can easily lead to healthy mind. The lecture was full of enthusiasm and appreciations. At the end of the lecture a round of discussion was held and Professor Sharma gently answers all the quarries. Department of Psychology has thanked to Prof. Sharma with a token of love and gratitude.
