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The Quiet Epidemic: The Alarming Rise of Mental Health Issues Globally and The Need for Alternative


The tragic deaths of several high-profile figures, including Robin Williams, Anthony Bourdain, and Kate Spade brought the issue of suicide and depression to the forefront of public consciousness. These talented individuals were celebrated for their achievements in their respective fields, but behind their public personas, they struggled with mental health issues that ultimately led to their untimely deaths.


Mental health has emerged as a major global issue in recent years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the problem. From the impact of lockdowns and social distancing to the economic, financial, physical and social consequences of the pandemic, mental health issues have become more prevalent than ever before. Depression, in particular, has become a pressing concern, affecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds around the world. According to the latest statistics from the World Health Organization, approximately 280 million people worldwide suffer from depression, making it the leading cause of disability globally, and the number is only increasing.


Precisely, in Malaysia, the number of individuals suffering from depression has been on the rise over the past few years. Malaysia recorded an increase of 81% or 1,142 suicide cases in 2021 compared to 631 cases in 2020. The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) hotline received 212,319 calls in 2021, an increase of almost five-fold at 44,061 calls in 2020. The callers needed emotional support and counselling due to chronic stress, depression and anxiety. This current issue has raised concerns among mental health professionals, policymakers, and the general public about the impact of depression on individuals and society as a whole. However, despite the prevalence of this condition, it remains stigmatized and often goes undiagnosed and untreated.


CLT Perspective on Cause of Mental Health - Depression

Over the years, HG Academy had a chance to examine the root cause of depression through handling a number of cases. Through the profiling sessions, it is observed that depression is a multifaceted problem. From an energetic angle, depression can manifest in a person when they lose a certain spectrum of Light, specifically the Golden Light ray (colour of the Solar Plexus Chakra) and the Ultra Violet Light ray (colour of the Crown Chakra).


The Golden Light energy gives hope and sunshine to enable one to look at the bright side and carry on to overcome the obstacles encountered. When the quotient of the Golden Light diminishes massively, the 'will' to live diminishes as well. It is vital that restoration of this Light ray takes place in order to help lift the person out of depression. The loss of the Golden Light ray happens when there is no self-love or self-worth in a person.


From the energetics perspective, depression is a condition that is caused by de-structured particles that inhibit or obstruct the flow of energy at the Crown Chakra. The Ultra Violet Light energy is of a higher frequency energy that gives tranquility to life and it is often associated with intuition, spiritual connection and spiritual awareness. A balance of Ultra Violet Light energy in our Crown Chakra can help us to connect with our Higher Self, allowing higher wisdom to permeate into our consciousness and thereby helping us to find a sense of clarity and purpose in our lives. When we do not have enough Ultra Violet Light energy in us, it can lead to feelings of disconnection from oneself or others, lack of purpose, and a sense of being spiritually unfulfilled.


That being said, if the weakened Crown Chakra is coupled with a weak Solar Plexus Chakra, the depressed person may not have the willpower to overcome the bout of depression. As such, the depletion of both Golden Light ray and Ultra Violet Light ray is the main reason for high suicidal tendencies amongst teens and adults.


Besides Golden Light energy and Ultra Violet Light energy, Pink Light energy is also essential to support emotional healing as the Pink Light energy can prevent our hearts from shutting down from grief and brings about feelings of self-love, self-respect, and self-worth.


In short, the Golden Light energy, Ultra Violet Light energy and Pink Light energy are crucial Light energies to keep depression and suicidal tendencies at bay. In order to restore these Light energies, HG Academy suggests the use of natural crystals as they are known for their speed and also precision in delivering energies.


Crystals for Mental Wellness

Crystals offers a diverse range of healing properties as they possess the ability to cleanse the chakras, amplify positive energy, and deliver coherent energy that helps us maintain a state of balance and well-being. As such, if you have a tendency to experience episodes of depression, are struggling with a long-standing mental health issue, or want to prevent yourself from spiraling downwards, natural crystals are highly beneficial tools for clearing and calming the mind, removing layers of negative emotions that may be causing depressive thoughts, as well as providing guidance that can shed light on the journey forward.


For those looking to bring peace and harmony back into their life, the following crystals are excellent choices for depression and suicidal as these crystals can assist in the cultivation of mental well-being by filling the soul with Light energies and Unconditional Love:


  • Known as the Stone of Spiritual and Peace

  • Carries Ultra Violet Light energy

  • Supports Crown Chakra

  • Brings tranquility to anyone undergoing emotional turbulence

  • Lifts people from severe depression and sadness while at the same time stopping the mental progression from reaching suicidal

2. Citrine

  • Known as the Sunshine Stone

  • Carries Yellow and Golden Light energy

  • Supports Crown Chakra and Solar Plexus Chakra

  • Boosts self-confidence and self-worth

3. Pyrite

  • Carries a yellow ray

  • Supports Crown Chakra and Solar Plexus Chakra

  • Teaches forgiveness, gratitude and generosity whilst restoring self-confidence and willpower

  • Known as the Crystal of Unconditional Love

  • Emits a gentle and loving Pink Light energy

  • Promotes emotional healing

  • Helps to cultivate feelings of self-love and self-acceptance

5. Kunzite

  • Known as the Stone of Divine Love

  • Carries soft pink and light violet hues

  • Contains lithium content. Research has shown that lithium is vital in the treatment of bipolar disorder and depressed patients who do not respond to antidepressant drugs

  • Subdues depression and suicidal tendencies

  • Heals emotional wounds at a deeper level than Rose Quartz

  • Provides full spectrum of colours and structures to optimise the functionality of our 4 bodies (spiritual, mental, emotional and physical bodies)

  • Restores energetic structural defects

  • Rebuild cellular structures

  • Removes energy blockages

  • Repairs auric field

  • Supports Earth Chakra

  • Protects against negative energies

  • Improves mental clarity

  • Calms, stabilises and soothes the mind and emotions of those who suffer from depression and have suicidal tendencies without assistance of drugs

Click on the links above to find out and learn more about the healing properties of each individual crystal.


Final thoughts

While crystals are hugely useful tools in supporting our healing journey, it is important to remember that the only way to overcome these struggles is to learn to identify how these precious Light energies are lost through wrong lifestyle and the way of expressing energies. The present-day urban matrix has reinforced this pattern of depletion of energies. No one has been able to filter and correct these mistakes because the development of mankind focuses solely on developing the left brain (rationale and logical thinking) to pursue material enjoyment and technological advancement. This imbalance (i.e. development of left-brain dominance) caused the mental health disorder to flourish to an epidemic level. In order to restore back mental health, we have to return to tradition and spirituality which our elders held so strongly. Spirituality strengthens our right brain to enlighten us to our higher purpose here on earth, while tradition ties us to our roots and lineage. Modern people knew none of these principles and values, and cast them aside in pursuit of material advancement. Without tradition and spirituality, how can our left brain see what is good and bad and the way forward?


Disclaimer: This article is intended exclusively for informational and educational purposes, and not for medical advice or instruction. It is based on data collected from our healing and profiling experiences, observations, inference, positive feedback received, and extensive research. Any recommendation given in this article is designed to meet the needs of a particular person given his/her health/energetic condition and circumstances. We shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising from any information or suggestion in this article.


 

References

Basyir, M. (2022, October 10). Khairy: Suicidal cases due to mental health problem in Malaysia worrying. New Straits Times. https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2022/10/839127/khairy-suicidal-cases-due-mental-health-problem-malaysia-worrying

Zainal, F. (2022, September 28). KJ: Increase in suicides and mental health issues troubling, prompt action needed. The Star. https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2022/09/28/kj-increase-in-suicides-and-mental-health-issues-troubling-prompt-action-needed

World Health Organization (2021, September 13). Depression. Retrieved March 23, 2023, from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression

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