I honestly, honestly had no idea that I would be doing, or would HAVE to do a part 2 of it.

I mean, seriously? Seriously guys? Do you guys know what Depression is?

YOU GUYS DON'T EVEN KNOW THE SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION BUT ASKING TO NORMALIZE IT? HOW CAN YOU SAY TO NORMALIZE SOMETHING WHICH YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW YOURSELF ABOUT?

A user came to tumblr with these questions;-( her user id was @dreamer-in-sleep)

1. How can you claim that Arjun is 'Bhagavan' or God? Narayan and Nar are Rishis and there is a difference in the divinities of Nar-Narayan and Hari Vishnu!

Let's deal with this first:-

THIS VERSE FROM "KAIRATA PARV" PROVES EXACTLY WHY ARJUN IS GOD.

On witnessing Keshava's2 rage, Phalguna3 recited the deeds the great-souled one had performed in his earlier bodies.4 'He is the one whose deeds are true, the man who cannot be measured, but whose energy is truly infinite. He is the lord of the Prajapatis and the intelligent Vishnu, lord of the worlds.' Arjuna said, "O Krishna! In ancient times, you roamed in Mount Gandhamadana for ten thousand years, as a sage who had no abode.5 O Krishna! In ancient times, you lived in the region of Pushkara for eleven thousand years, surviving on water alone. O Madhusudana! With your arms raised, standing on one leg and surviving only on air you spent one hundred years in the vast region of Badari.6 O Krishna! You took off your upper garments and you were so thin that you seemed to be held by your veins. You lived on the banks of the Sarasvati for the sacrifice that went on for twelve years. O Krishna! O immensely energetic one! You went to the sacred pilgrimage of Prabhasa, known to all pure ones, and stood there on one leg for one thousand divine years, practising austerities and observing rites. O Keshava! You are the supreme soul of all beings, their beginning and their end.

You lived on the banks of the Sarasvati for the sacrifice that wenton for twelve years. O Krishna! O immensely energetic one! You went tothe sacred pilgrimage of Prabhasa, known to all pure ones, and stoodthere on one leg for one thousand divine years, practising austerities andobserving rites. O Keshava! You are the supreme soul of all beings, theirbeginning and their end. O Krishna! You are the store of all austeritiesand sacrifices and you are the eternal one. O Krishna! You killed Naraka,famous as Bhoumya, the one with the earrings.7 You performed the firsthorse sacrifice. O bull among all the worlds! Having accomplished thisdeed, you became victorious over all the worlds. When all the daityasand danavas assembled together, you killed them in battle. O mightyarmed Keshava! You then gave lordship over everything to Shachi'shusband.8 You then manifested yourself in the world of men. O scorcherof enemies! You were Narayana and then you became Hari.9 You thenbecame Brahma, Soma,10 Surya, Dharma, Dhata,11 Yama, Anala,12Vayu,13 Vaishravana,14 Rudra, Kala,15 the sky, the earth and thedirections. You are without birth. You are the preceptor of everythingthat moves and is still. You are the creator. You are the supreme being.O Krishna! You are the original god. In the forest of Chitraratha, youperformed the turayana sacrifice16 and other sacrifices, donating largeamounts of alms. You have great energy. O Janardana! At each sacrifice,you apportioned out one hundred times, according to the share, ahundred thousand gold pieces. O beloved of the Yadavas!17 You havebeen Aditi's son. O illustrious one! You are now famous as Vishnu,Indra's younger brother.18 O scorcher of enemies! O Krishna! While youwere only a child, you used your energy to cover heaven, sky and earthin three steps.19 You have attained heaven. You ride the sky seated inthe sun's chariot. You are the soul of all beings. Through your radiance,you are brighter than the sun. The Mouravas and the Pashas have beendestroyed.20 Nisunda and Naraka have been killed and the road to thecity of Pragjyotisha has become safe again. Ahuti was killed at Jaruthi.Kratha, Shishupala and his followers, Bhimasena,21 Shaibya andShatadhanva have been conquered. Your chariot is as resplendent as thesun and roars like the cloud. Riding on that, you defeated Rukmi inbattle and obtained your queen from the Bhojas.22 In your anger, youkilled Indradyumna and the yavana Kasheruman. You have killedShalva, the lord of Soubha, and you brought down Soubha itself. On thebanks of the Iravati, you killed Bhoja, who was the equal of Kartaviryain battle. You also killed Gopati and Talaketu. O Janardana! Youjourneyed to the ocean and made Dvaraka, sacred, prosperous and lovedby the rishis, your own.23 O Madhusudana! O Dasharha!24 You show noanger, no jealousy and no falsehood. No cruelty or crookedness isestablished in you. O Achyuta!25 You are seated in the centre of themind, radiant in your own energy. The rishis come to you there and askfor freedom from fear.26 O Madhusudana! You gather up all beings atthe end of a yuga.27 O scorcher of enemies! You withdraw the entireuniverse into yourself and remain alone. No other one in the past hasperformed such deeds, nor will they in the future. O immensely radiantgod! Such are the deeds you performed even when a child. OPundarikaksha! Such are the deeds you performed with Baladeva's help.You lived in the abode of Vairaja28 with Brahma himself." Having thusspoken, the great-souled Pandava, who was like Krishna's soul himself,fell silent.

THIS CLEARLY, CLEARLY SHOWS HOW ARJUN KNEW SO MUCH ABOUT KRISHNA, MORE THAN ANYONE ELSE! AND IT IS ONLY POSSIBLE, WHEN YOU ARE AT PAR WITH KRISHNA'S DIVINITY! HE CLAIMS HE WAS NARAYAN, WHO HAD DONE EXTREME PENANCES IN BADRI! HOW WAS HE AWARE? HOW DID HE REMEMBER THAT KRISHNA WAS NARAAYAN IN HIS MORTAL BODY IF HE DID NOT HAVE GODLY ABILITIES?

'Janardana then spoke to Partha, "You are mine and I am yours. Allthat is mine is yours too. He who hates you also hates me. He whofollows you also follows me. O invincible one! You are Nara and I amHari Narayana. We are the rishis Nara and Narayana, born from thatworld in this world. O Partha! O descendant of the Bharata lineage! Youare no other than I. I am no other than you. O bull among the Bharatalineage! No one can know any difference that exists between us."

Do you think Sri Krishna will tell this to someone randomly if he isn't equal to him? If Narayan was God, why couldn't be Nar? Krishna himself says I AM NO OTHER THAN YOU. Why will he say so if Arjun didn't have abilities as him? Nar and Narayan originated from Bhagawan Vishnu for God's sake! Then how is it possible that Narayan is God and Arjun isn't?

HOW ARE YOU GOING TO PROVE THAT ARJUN WASN'T BHAGWAN? He is literally worshipped in temples are SRI ARJUN SWAMY and you dare question his credibility as a God?

Arjun was a devotee? He was! But does that snatch his credibility as a God? NEVER?

Wasn't Hanuman a devotee of Sri Ram? Do you guys not consider him as God?!

Do you guys understand what LEELA is? It was Krishna's decision always to let Arjun be the taker so that he can be the giver!

IFY, even obtaining Geeta needs so much knowledge! It's also not possible for everyone to take Geeta that too right from the God himself!

2. Her second question was, where is it written that ARJUN did NOT suffer from DEPRESSION in Mahabharat? (This is a height question btw...*tries to hide my chortle* but nvm).

Fine, so here is how "CLINICAL DEPRESSION" can reduce your abilities, mental and physical power. (Source: https://www.geminitms.com/how-depression-affects-work-performance/#:~:text=A%20person%20who%20is%20depressed,their%20work%20completed%20on%20schedule.)

Fine let's consider ARJUN as an EMPLOYEE undertaken by the Gods to restore Dharma on Earth.

So here it is...

A person who experiences depression or anxiety cannot simply turn off their symptoms when they clock in for work. The symptoms accompany them wherever they go. A person feeling depressed and unmotivated doesn't just experience a 'bad day' on the job. They experience a string of bad days that not only takes a further toll on their mental health, but also affects their work performance and, often, even their work colleagues. Anxiety, too, can negatively impact a person's work performance.

A person who is depressed or anxious finds it hard to concentrate. That often manifests as reduced productivity. It may take an employee longer to complete tasks than usual or they may begin to miss deadlines because they can't focus long enough to get their work completed on schedule.

DO YOU GUYS SEE THIS? DO YOU GUYS SEE IT? HOW CAN A DEPRESSED HUMAN HAVE HIS/HER ABILITIES REDUCED? CONCENTRATION REDUCED? CAN DELAY TASKS? FEELS LIKE DOING NOTHING?

NOW TELL ME ONE INSTANCE FROM MAHABHARAT WHERE ARJUN SHOWS 'SIGNS OF REDUCED MENTAL, PHYSICAL ABILITIY' THAT HE COULDN'T DO HIS NECESSARY TASKS? THAT MAN, THAT MAN LEGIT TRAVELS FROM ONE PLACE TO ANOTHER, INVOKES WEAPONS WHICH REQUIRE HIGH CONCENTRATION, SINGLE-HANDEDLY WIPES OF THE KAURAVA ARMY (ALONG WITH KARN, BHISHM, DRON) IN THE VIRAT PARVA! HOW DID HE SUMMON THEM IF IT'S HARD TO CONCENTRATE? THAT TOO ALONE? WITHOUT ANY HELP? WHERE THE HECK ANYWHERE IS HIS PERFORMACE AT RISK?

ARJUN ALSO FIGHTS THE EXTREMELY MIGHTY NIVATAKAVACHAS AT SWARG, WHICH NO ONE! I REPEAT NO ONE COULD KILL!

YOU THINK BEING DEPRESSED WOULD MAKE HIM SO MUCH ABLE TO FIGHT THE STRONGEST OPPONENTS?

"When a person is not able to focus well, they're apt to make more mistakes. A worker with anxiety and depression can't focus fully on their job or the task at hand because they're mind is caught up in the symptoms of their condition. While small mistakes might be overlooked for a while, they can add up and lead to poor work performance. Serious mistakes can even jeopardize a person's employment."

TELL ME ONE MISTAKE ARJUN MAKES DURING A FIGHT, WHILE FIGHTING THAT JEOPARDIZED HIS ARMY? OR IN VIRAT WAR? OR IN SWARG? WHERE?!

People suffering with depression and anxiety may experience symptoms that make it difficult to go to work. The emotional upheaval and associated symptoms may make it hard for them to commute to work or get through the day. Anxiety and depression can manifest in physical symptoms just as stress can. It's not uncommon for sufferers to experience severe headaches and gastrointestinal complaints that require them to use sick time.

WHERE DOES IN THE ENTIRE MAHABHARAT DOES ARJUN FEEL LIKE 'I CANNOT PULL THROUGH THE DAY'? WHERE? WHERE DOES HE GET 'SEVERE HEADACHES'? 😂

Employers and other employees are not always likely to understand when someone they work with is suffering from depression or anxiety. They aren't mental health specialists, so their impression of a depressed or anxious employee might include some of these perceptions:

Employee procrastinates too much Employee is lazy, undermotivated, or doesn't care about their work/jobEmployee is unsocial or withdrawnEmployee doesn't seem to care about their appearanceEmployee lacks confidenceEmployee has poor communication skillsEmployee is prone to accidents, missed deadlines, tardiness

WHERE IN THE EPIC IS ARJUN LAZY, UNDERMOTIVATED OR DOESN'T CARE ABOUT HIS WORK OR JOB? BRO, ARJUN AND LAZINESS ARE ANTONYMS 😂😂😂😂.

WHERE DOES ARJUN LACK CONFIDENCE TO FIGHT? THIS GUYS EVEN MOTIVATES UTTAR TO FIGHT, AND YOU SAY HE IS DEPRESSED? HOW CAN SOMEONE DEPRESSED ACUTELY MOTIVATE SOMEONE ELSE?

WHERE IS ARJUN UNSOCIAL AND WITHDRAWN? THIS MAN LEGIT GOSSIPS WITH ANYONE WHO IS IN HIS TERMS! RIGHT FROM A GANDHARV ANGARAPARN, TO SAATYAKI, TO THE PANCHALAS, TO KRISHNA, DRAUPADI, SATYABHAMA, HE HAS THEM ALL IN HIS LIST AS FRIENDS! HE GOES TO PICNICS, HE SITS AND CHILLS WITH THEM!

WHERE DOES ARJUN HAVE POOR COMMUNICATION SKILLS? WHERE? THIS ARJUN ROASTS KARN RIGHT FROM KALAPRADARSHAN TO KURUKSHETRA! THIS ARJUN ASKS MEANINGFUL QUESTIONS TO KRISHNA, ARTUCULATING WHAT HIS MIND HAD BEAUTIFULLY!

WHERE DOES ARJUN NOT CARE ABOUT HIS APPEARANCE? BRO, ARJUN'S HAIRS SHONE AND SHIMMERED EVEN DURING HE WAS DOING TAPASYA! HE MADE SURE TO TAKE A BATHE, AND HIS HAIR SHONE! (FROM BORI CE)

Major depressive disorder causes significant biological changes, including altered hormone levels, sleep cycles, and brain structure. These changes can stifle your energy levels, affect your ability to focus, make you lose your appetite, and cause you to sleep more or less than usual. This means your whole body, not just your mind, is experiencing symptoms. As a result, MDD can make it virtually impossible to get out of bed some days, much less be productive at work. (https://www.brainsway.com/knowledge-center/are-you-too-depressed-to-work/#:~:text=These%20changes%20can%20stifle%20your,your%20mind%2C%20is%20experiencing%20symptoms.)

WHERE? WHERE IS ARJUN LOSING FOCUS? WHERE DID ARJUN LOSE APPETITE? WHEN DID ARJUN SLEEP MORE THAN USUAL?

WHEN ONE IS SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION NA, YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE DOING ANYTHING! YOU DON'T HAVE THE URGE TO GET UP, YOU CONSTANTLY DELAY YOUR WORK, YOU CAN'T FOCUS, CAN'T CONCENTRATE, CAN'T EAT, DON'T FEEL LIKE SLEEPING AND ONCE YOU FALL ASLEEP YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE LEAVING YOUR BED. YOU FEEL TIRED AND FATIGUED, AND LOOK FOR EXCUSES NOT TO WORK. YES, YOU DON'T EVEN FEEL LIKE SPEAKING TO ANYONE, YOU ARE CONSTANTLY IRRIATED! YOU QUESTION YOUR SELF WORTH, RESORT TO FOUL LANGUAGE, DON'T TRUST YOURSELF NOR ANYONE! YOU PROCRASTINATE, AND WORRY UNECCESSARILY ABOUT SOMETHING WHICH IS HARMLESS!

IN THE ENTIRE MAHABHARAT, YOU WON'T FIND ARJUN HAVING 'ANY' OF THESE SYMPTOMS! HE IS THE ONE WHO BELIEVED IN KARMA-YOG AND WHENEVER HE FORGOT, KRISHNA INSTILLED IN HIM THE SAME!

3. Her third question was, why can't a person do Tapasya when he/she is depressed?

I want to bring to your notice about what TAPASYA in Sanskrit is, or in short what it is like in Mahabharat.(https://www.dailypioneer.com/2020/state-editions/tapasya-----the-spiritual-discipline.html)

Some people, in their mistaken belief, associate the term tapasya with various practices of self-torture. But in reality, tapasya does not mean voluntarily living a life of isolation and hardship. Instead, it means leading a life of self-restraint and purity.

Tapasya, which is derived from the Sanskrit root word 'tapa' meaning heat or energy, has roughly been translated as austerities or penances. And a tapasvi, the one who engages in tapasya, has often been called an ascetic. But such translations do not bring out the real sense of these words. Tapasya is neither a form of self-denial nor a form of penance to atone for one's sins. It, in fact, is the fine art of self-discipline. It refers to certain spiritual practices of self-regulation undertaken for purification of the body and the mind. As lustre of the gold increases in fire ; similarly the practice of tapasya makes one morally strong.

Bhagavad Gita has described three kinds of tapas - tapas of the body, tapas of the speech ; and tapas of the mind.

Reverence to the devas, to the dvija, to the guru and to the pragya ; and also cleanliness, straightforwardness, continence and non-violence - all these have been declared to be the tapas of the body. A tapasvi worships devas - the heavenly, divine beings who are the providers of knowledge and also various physical resources. The devas like Surya devta, Indra devta are benevolent supernatural beings who impact the human life in many ways.

The tapasvi also respects dvija, the twice born - the ones who having first born physically are born again spiritually.

They are the persons who have awakened inwardly. The one who is treading the path of tapasya also pays due regards to guru, the teacher - the one who gives spiritual guidance to his pupils.

A tapasvi revers the pragya - the sages who have fully realised their true nature. One can certainly be benefited by keeping the company and faithfully following the teachings of such men of wisdom.

The disciplines prescribed here are also an integral part of the tapas of the body. For any spiritual practice, more so for tapasya, cleanliness of the body is the first step. A tapasvi is also expected to be honest and upright in his dealings. Another discipline prescribed here is continence (brahmacharya) which means that a tapasvi should not be a slave to his sexual cravings. A tapasvi should also practice non-violence i.e. non-injury through thought, word and deed.

Along with the above tapasya of the body, Gita has enumerated the disciplines of speech. Speaking the words which are truthful and which give no offence to others, which are pleasant and which are beneficial ; and the practice of self-study - these are said to be the austerities of speech. Krishna has, thus, recommended regular introspection ; and speaking the truth, but without any harshness.

Apart from the austerities of the body and the speech, austerities of the mind have also been described in the Gita. Serenity of the mind, gentleness, silence, self-restraint ; and the purity of inner-thought - all these are said to be the austerities of mind. In other words, positive disposition of the mind towards oneself and also towards others is the tapasya of the mind.

THIS IS HOW AN IDEAL TAPASVI SHOULD BE. Serenity of mind, gentleness, silence and self restraint.

Now how does a depressed person is?A depressed person may feel sad, empty, hopeless, or irritable. They may also feel guilty, worthless, or helpless. A depressed person may feel fatigued, lack energy, or feel slowed down. A depressed person may have difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions. During these episodes, symptoms occur most of the day, nearly every day and may include: Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness. Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters.

See? SEE??

And to Mahadev, you know how a hard Tapasvi you should be :)

Whatever austerities one undertakes must be undertaken with steadfastness. Further, all austerities must be performed with full faith. The austerities performed without faith have been declared in the Gita to be false (asat). These are of no use either in this life or in the life hereafter.

In short, tapasya is a spiritual discipline which involves self-regulation, simplicity, moderate living and other means of self-purification. Such spiritual practices are one of the important means of realising the self.

BY CHATGPT

The mental power needed for Tapasya (a Sanskrit term for intense meditation, discipline, and austerity) depends on the level of focus, commitment, and purpose involved. Generally, it requires a profound dedication, a clear objective, and a strong will to withstand distractions or discomfort. Tapasya isn't just about physical endurance; it's an inner journey, often demanding a substantial amount of emotional resilience, concentration, and detachment.

In traditional spiritual practices, Tapasya can involve months or even years of disciplined focus, and the mental power is drawn from the practitioner's intention to achieve spiritual goals or personal transformation. The more unwavering the resolve, the greater the mental power applied. But Tapasya also builds mental strength and focus over time, so while it begins with a large investment of energy, it often becomes self-sustaining as the mind grows more disciplined.

For example:

Short-term Tapasya for specific goals (e.g., fasting for a few days) requires moderate focus but can be challenging due to discomfort and cravings.Long-term Tapasya (e.g., prolonged meditation, renunciation) requires high levels of mental power and sustained discipline. It's often likened to training the mind in a way that strengthens one's inner resources and awareness.

Ultimately, the mental power used for Tapasya correlates with the practitioner's dedication and the intensity of the practice, resulting in an often transformative effect on the mind and spirit.

SO THAT WAS A BRIEF OF DEPRESSION AND TAPASYA.

NOW LET'S ANSWER HER QUESTION (SINCE PEEPS DOUBT ME AND NOT CHATGPT, HERE YOU GO)

BY CHATGPT:-

Tapasya is indeed challenging for a depressed mind because depression itself brings a set of emotional, cognitive, and physical symptoms that can directly counter the focus, discipline, and motivation required for Tapasya. Here are some specific reasons why it may be difficult and what potential negative aspects might arise:

1. Low Energy and MotivationDepression often comes with persistent fatigue and low energy, making it hard to even get started on daily tasks, let alone something as demanding as Tapasya.Tapasya requires sustained attention and effort, and the lack of motivation typical in depression can make it feel like a nearly impossible task, which might lead to a sense of failure or inadequacy.2. Self-Criticism and Negative Thought PatternsDepression is often accompanied by self-critical or negative thinking, which can make it difficult to concentrate on positive or constructive self-reflection.During Tapasya, one is asked to focus on inner thoughts and emotions, but in a depressed state, this introspection may heighten self-criticism and negative feelings, potentially worsening the depressive symptoms.3. Intense Emotions and Repressed FeelingsTapasya involves delving into deep layers of the mind, which might bring repressed emotions to the surface. For someone with depression, this can be overwhelming and even destabilizing without a strong, healthy mental foundation.Without proper guidance or support, this can result in greater emotional turmoil and an intensified experience of sadness, guilt, or hopelessness.4. Difficulty with Focus and DisciplineDepression affects cognitive functions, including focus, memory, and decision-making. The discipline required in Tapasya, such as maintaining concentration and resisting distractions, is very challenging when the mind is foggy or restless.This struggle to focus can lead to feelings of frustration or disappointment, which can deepen the sense of inadequacy.5. Isolation and Withdrawal TendenciesDepression often brings about a desire for isolation, which can be amplified during Tapasya if it is approached as a solitary practice. This can sometimes create an echo chamber for negative thoughts.Tapasya should ideally connect a person to a sense of higher purpose, self-acceptance, or inner peace. But without guidance, it may reinforce the sense of isolation or separation from others, which can be detrimental.6. Rigid Expectations and Increased PressureThe disciplined, sometimes austere, nature of Tapasya can lead to high expectations. Depression often amplifies self-blame if goals aren't met perfectly, and a strict approach can thus be counterproductive.This pressure may result in feelings of failure, discouragement, or even self-loathing if they feel they are not achieving the expected spiritual or personal growth.

IF ARJUN HAD THEM ALL, FIRST OF ALL HE WOULDN'T BE EVEN READY TO GO FOR TAPASYA! ACCORDING TO THIS LOGIC ARJUN WOULD'VE IDEALLY TAKEN MONTHS AND MONTHS TO GET IN THE HABIT OF TAPASYA?! BUT DOES HE? HE LITERALLY COMPLETES IT SOO QUICKLY! HE PLEASES MAHADEV, FIGHTS MAHADEV, AND MAHADEV SAYS HE IS SECOND TO NONE IN TERMS OF SKILLS, CONCENTRATION AND PROWESS!

AND THE KIND OF TAPASYA ARJUN WAS DOING TO PLEASE MAHADEV, PLEASE! NONE OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED SYMPTOMS IF SOMEONE HAD COULD DO IT?

See for yourself, how Arjun performs his TAPASYA.

(FROM KAIRATA PARV, BORI CE)

Vaishampayana said, 'O son! O tiger among the Kouravas! I will recount for you the divine, great and extraordinary story of that greatsouled one. O unblemished one! Hear in detail the account of Partha's meeting with Tryambaka,261 god of the gods, where there was physical contact. On Yudhishthira's instructions, the infinitely valorous one set out to see Shakra, lord of the gods, and Shankara,262 god of the gods. To ensure that his task met with success, the immensely strong and mighty-armed Arjuna, bull among men, took his divine bow and sword.' 'O king! With a steadfast mind, Kouravya, Indra's son,263 maharatha in all the worlds, set out in a northward direction for the peak of the Himalayas. His mind was fixed on austerities. He swiftly entered a terrible forest that was full of thorns. It was full of many flowers and fruit and was populated by many birds. It was full of many types of animals and was frequented by siddhas and charanas. When Kounteya entered the forest that was bereft of men, the sounds of conch shells and drums could be heard from heaven. A great shower of flowers fell down on the ground. A net of clouds covered everything with shade. Passing through the forest that was difficult of access, he approached the great mountain. In all his splendour, Arjuna then lived on the peak of the Himalayas. He saw many flowering trees there, resounding with the sweet sounds of birds. There were rivers with many currents, tinged like blue lapis lazuli,264 echoing with the sounds of swans and ducks, the cries of cranes and resounding with the notes of male cuckoos, herons and peacocks. On seeing the beautiful woods and the pure, cool and clear water, the great warrior Arjuna was delighted. The great-souled Arjuna then engaged in terrible austerities in a beautiful region of that beautiful forest. He clad himself in darbha grass, bark and deerskin and carried a staff. In the first month, he ate fruits once every period of three nights was over. In the second month, it was for double the period.265 In the third month, he ate once every fortnight, surviving on decayed leaves that fell down on the ground. When the fourth moon arrived and the moon was full, the mighty-armed son 266 of Pandu survived only on air. He raised his arms up, and without anything for support, stood on the tips of his toes. Because of the frequent baths he took, the matted hair of that great-souled one whose energy was infinite, became as lustrous as lightning and the lotus.

Then all the maharshis went to Pinaki.267 They prostrated themselves before the immensely illustrious one with the dark throat268 and sought his favours. They told him about Phalguna's deeds, "This immensely energetic Partha has established himself on the peak of the Himalayas. He is engaged in difficult and terrible austerities and smoke is emerging in all the directions. O lord of the gods! None of us knows what he wishes for. He is tormenting us. It would be better if he were to be restrained." Maheshvara replied, "In a happy frame of mind and without fatigue, swiftly return to wherever you have come from. I know the resolution that is fixed in his mind. He does not wish for heaven, or riches, or a long life. I will accomplish today everything that he wishes for." Having heard Sharva's269 words, all the truthful rishis returned to their hermitages in happy frames of mind.'

Depressed, I see :) If Arjun is depressed, how did he? :)

And the ending guys, you know what I found out at the end about this user?

Wait, let me show you-

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Matlab behen ko koi matlab hi nahi hai DEPRESSION se! She's just licking someone's foot for the sake of being in her good books! WOW, AMAZING! She has made two accounts named @dreamer-in-sleep and @mynerdblogger and is just reposting to please her friend lol!

Bhai, chugli karni hi thi to DM me karleti yar....

Waise kaafi khauf hai mera waha mai dekhrhi hu~

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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Ik she was hoax, but I had clear some doubts of people so yeah. I had to give the infos to Wattpad as well, so yeah..