Ramabadran, a retired gentleman in his early sixties, was physically active but his mind was full of negative thoughts and his heart was engulfed in depression.
“I worked in a small private company that makes masala powder as a floor supervisor. At the time of my retirement I received Rs. 1 lakh. I spent that money on my son’s marriage. I don’t have any savings. My son and his wife are both employed. My wife and I are living with them. Now life has become a burden,” said Ramabadran in a voice tinged with sorrow.

I asked him, “It is a joy for parents to see that their children are happy and