Hello everyone!
This is not my usual episode review post. Though NaiRan as always were adorable! The moment when she went "Sach?" And he responded "Sach" was so beautiful. Its like it sealed a bond between them. But today, I want to talk about something else. I have mentioned many times before how Naina is perfect for Karan and how good she is for him. But since I ship them romantically, all that probably takes the same tone. However, some recent real life incidents, though not exactly related to the topic, made me want to talk about Naina's response to Karan's disease and her approach towards him as a separate issue, not in terms of romance, but in terms of how she deals with a person suffering from a psychosomatic disease. I am no medical professional, but this is just what I know from general reading.
Recently, it was World Health Day and the theme this time was "Let's Talk", which was a reference to clinical depression which is a very big concern in world health these days. A lot of reports mentioned that people suffering from depression and other psychological issues find it very difficult to speak to people about it. People generally are not sensitive to such issues and either don't consider them a big deal or don't understand the seriousness of what a person is suffering. There is also a sort of taboo associated with it. That is true for all psychological and mental health issues actually and more so in India. All literature increasingly mentions the need to be sensitive, patient and understanding. This means having a varied approach. You have to be considerate but also forceful if necessary. Its very tough to handle everything, not only for the patient, but also for his or her loved ones. In the light of all this, I feel that what the makers are showing through Karan Naina is very commendable.
Karan's issue is not exactly related to the above paragraph but it has elements of a physiological nature. It has been shown that his family, despite their best intentions, does not really get it and that is something Sandhya has obviously used to her advantage. His fears about his disease, his insecurities, his feelings of worthlessness have all contributed to making him the way he is. And he was resigned to this life till Naina chanced upon the scene.
Right from the time Naina found out about the disease, her response has been admirable. She didn't get worked up or hyper, she just wanted to figure out what it was and how it could be treated. She consulted Vishal, who told her everything. She didn't get agitated when he mentioned it was a psychosomatic disease, which is great because usually people get very uncomfortable when you mention even a hint of a psychological problem. After that, she has been patient and has been increasingly trying to get Karan to see beyond his disease and fell some sort of self worth. This is very crucial as such patients really need to feel that they are not less in any way from others and are as important to family and society as the next person. Understanding doesn't mean she lets him get away with things. She is very firm if she thinks he should do something. But she constantly makes him feel wanted and portrays that his well being is important to her, that he is important to her. The fact that she shows that she cares what happens to him goes a long way in building his confidence and making him believe that he matters. She doesn't expect quick solutions, but slowly wants to help Karan build a better life for himself. Forgetting the fact that they are a potential romantic couple, what she is doing as a human being, as a friend to Karan is so laudable. This is exactly what people around need to keep in mind when we deal with such issues.
A lot of people might wonder why I am saying this especially. After all, isn't this what anyone would do. Sadly, that's not true. As I have mentioned, sensitivity towards psychological issues is not a norm. Real life is filled with examples of the same. Which is why I wanted to write about this. The fact that Naina is doing this gives a great message to society. It takes a lot of strength to be the way she is and do what she is doing with Karan and it deserves appreciation.
As I have mentioned, I have no special knowledge about these things so I apologize if I have said something wrong or hurt anybody's feelings as it is definitely not my intention. I have just written what I felt and what ever little I know. Would love to hear your thoughts!
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