Sukoon: Finding Peace in Everyday Moments

In today’s busy world, finding peace can feel like a challenge. But there’s one word that beautifully captures the essence of calmness and comfort: "Sukoon." This simple word, often used in Hindi and Urdu, means peace, tranquility, or a sense of deep relief. But honestly, even if you don’t know the language, you can probably feel its meaning just by saying it aloud.

Try it: “Sukoon.”

There’s a softness to the sound, a calm that washes over you. It’s one of those words that feels like more than just a term; it carries a feeling, a vibe, a moment.

What Does Sukoon Mean?

Think of the feeling when you sit down after a long day, close your eyes, and take a deep breath. Or when you listen to your favorite song, and for a few moments, everything feels right with the world.

Maybe it’s the simple quiet comfort of lying under a blanket on a rainy evening, hearing the soft patter of raindrops outside.

That’s Sukoon. That’s the peace that calms your heart. That’s the ruh ka aaram you need.

It’s not about escaping your responsibilities or running away from problems. Instead, it’s about finding those little moments that help you feel calm and grounded, no matter what’s happening around you.

Why is Sukoon Important?

Life moves fast - work deadlines, family commitments, plans not working out, endless notifications on your phone - and the list goes on. It’s easy to get caught up in the rush and forget to pause. But without moments of peace, life can feel overwhelming.

Sukoon reminds us to slow down and take a breather. It helps us recharge and focus on what truly matters.

What strikes me about "Sukoon" is how universal it feels. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you do; we’re all looking for those moments of calm. And here’s the thing - it’s not about finding it in some far-off, picture-perfect place. It’s about noticing it in the middle of your ordinary life.

Life has a way of pulling us in every direction at once. That’s why Sukoon is so important. It reminds us to pause, even if just for a moment, and let the world slow down.

How to Find Sukoon in Everyday Life

So, how do you find "Sukoon"? It’s not some grand ritual or big lifestyle change. It’s the little things:

• Listening to a favorite song that feels like a warm hug.
• Spend time with someone who doesn’t just hear me but understands you.
• Spending a few minutes away from your devices or put them on silent & tuck them away to enjoy the silence.
• Take a deep breath when everything feels overwhelming and remind yourself, “This too shall pass.”

The more you will think about it, the more you will realize that Sukoon isn’t something you wait for - it’s something you create.

It’s a choice to let go. To focus on what truly matters. To let yourself just be.

You create Sukoon

If you have read my previous article, Mindful Living, on LinkedIn – you would know this.

Every morning, the elderly woman who sits quietly under a flyover near Subroto Park, doesn’t seem in a rush, nor does she look worried. She just sits there, staring at the traffic, as if the chaos around her doesn’t touch her.

Her presence reminds me that Sukoon is not something external - it comes from within. It’s about accepting life as it is, with patience and grace.

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The pursuit of peace is a natural necessity for every heart. Pain and challenges may come our way, but the longing for peace always gives us the strength to overcome them - Mirza Ghalib.

Let’s make time for it, every day!

The beauty of "Sukoon" is that it’s always within reach. You don’t have to wait for the weekend or a vacation to feel it. It’s in the small joys of daily life - the things we often overlook.

So, pause for a moment. Take a deep breath. Look around you. What’s one thing right now that makes you feel at peace?

That’s "Sukoon."

Let’s make time for it, every day.

December 26, 2024 | Pawanjot S. Sahota | New Delhi