Lucknow: Spiritual speaker BK Shivani on Friday stressed the importance of inner strength, positive thinking and emotional balance in dealing with life’s challenges, while doctors highlighted the need for timely diagnosis and screening for ailments including thyroid disorders and cancer.They were speaking at ‘Rise Above: A Dialogue on Inner Strength’, a session organised by Apollo Medics Super Specialty Hospital in Lucknow.Shivani said while circumstances may not always be favourable, people could work towards keeping their minds calm and maintaining the right outlook.“When we learn to understand our thoughts and emotions, we face difficult circumstances with more patience and confidence,” she said, adding that true strength also lies in developing inner stability to overcome challenges.Dr Mayank Somani, MD and CEO of Apollo Medics, said health problems are often neglected until they began affecting everyday life. “In thyroid problems, timely investigation and appropriate treatment are essential,” Somani said. He underlined the role of intensive care units in treating critically ill patients, saying continuous monitoring by specialists and timely medical intervention could prove vital.Dr Harit Chaturvedi, CEO and clinical head of the Oncology Network at Apollo Hospitals Group, emphasised cancer awareness and timely screening.FICCI FLO Lucknow chairperson Simran Sahni said programmes combining discussions on mental well-being with physical health could help increase awareness and encourage people to look at life’s challenges from a different perspective.
