Gurugram, 14th April 2025: In an inspiring case that highlights the growing impact of thought pollution on young professionals, Manasthali, a trusted name in mental health and emotional wellness, recently supported a 25-year-old advertising executive in his journey to overcome anxiety and mental fatigue caused by the constant overload of negativity from news cycles, social media, and high-pressure work environments. With the right therapeutic intervention and personalized care, Manasthali, a leading mental health and wellness platform, helped him break free from the grip of toxic thinking patterns and regain clarity, focus, and emotional balance.
The patient Rahul (name changed) had been managing anxiety successfully after an initial round of therapy and lifestyle changes. For nearly a year, he remained stable and productive. However, a few months ago, his anxiety resurfaced, prompting him to seek help again at the Manasthali. Upon evaluation, mental health expert discovered that Rahul had been increasingly overwhelmed by the toxic information around him—endless doom-scrolling on social media, disturbing news reports, and constant comparisons on professional networking sites. Combined with interactions with a few pessimistic colleagues, his mental environment had become severely polluted.
To help Rahul regain control over his mental well-being, Manasthali implemented a structured and compassionate three-pronged approach. Central to the process was Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), through which Rahul was guided to recognize and challenge his negative thought patterns. By identifying irrational fears and self-critical beliefs, he gradually learned to replace them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking—empowering him to respond more calmly and rationally to everyday stressors.
Alongside CBT, Rahul was introduced to a Digital Hygiene and Mindfulness routine that focused on reducing his exposure to the constant stream of negativity from social media and news platforms. He followed a personalized digital detox plan and adopted mindfulness meditation and breathing techniques to manage daily anxiety. To reinforce a positive outlook, he also maintained a gratitude journal, recording moments of appreciation and personal growth.
“Just like polluted air can clog our lungs, this mental overload had begun to cloud Rahul’s thoughts—leading to self-doubt, chronic worry, and sleepless nights. His anxiety symptoms—racing thoughts, restlessness, and shortness of breath—had returned, affecting both his personal life and work performance. This combination of gratitude and cognitive restructuring helped rewire his mind, allowed him to focus on progress, resilience, and self-compassion even during challenging times,” said Dr Jyoti Kapoor, Founder-Director and senior psychiatrist, Manasthali Wellness.
Within eight weeks, Rahul reported significant improvement. He felt lighter, calmer, and more focused. With continued therapy and support from Manasthali, Rahul not only managed his anxiety but also became more self-aware and emotionally resilient. He now consciously filters his mental intake, just as one would protect themselves from environmental pollution.