Holika Dahan 2023: Significance of the day & habits that we should let go of this Holi
Holi 2023 is around the corner and preparations for the same are in full swing all across India. It is one of the most loved, celebrated, and colourful festivals in India. People from all walks of life celebrate it with a lot of zeal and happiness. From playing around with colours to meet loved ones and eating a lot of Ghujiya, who doesn’t love Holi? With only two days left, are you ready for the Holi celebration? It is a two-day celebration. A night before Holi is celebrated as Holika Dahan marks the victory of good over evil. Holika Dahan 2023 will be celebrated on March 7.
On this day, People circle around the Holika bonfire and pray for their family’s well–being by warding off negativity from their life.
Holika Dahan 2023
As Holika Dahan marks the victory of good over evil, it is a night to ward off what is holding you back. In that case, we have compiled a list of 8 bad habits that you should let go of this Holi.
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Criticising yourself every Single Time
It is good to be your own critic but being always critical of yourself can drain you. This Holi, you should let go of this habit. Praise yourself often; it will boost your confidence.
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Say Bye-Bye to Procrastination
Procrastination can hinder your growth and you will never be able to achieve your desired goals. If you procrastinate often, this Holi burns down this negativity with Holika. Take a pledge to follow your deadlines.
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Constant comparison
A lot of people need to get rid of this habit. We constantly compare ourselves with others which leads to discontent and unhappy feelings. This Holi, take a pledge to stop comparing yourself with others. There will always be people who will have a better life than you and those who are lesser than you. Constant comparison will fill you with a feeling of sadness. Be thankful for what you have.
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Overthinking
They say it is all in your mind. A lot of problems do not even exist; we create them in our heads. If you are an over-thinker then say bye-bye to this bad habit. Slowly break the chain of negative thoughts.
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Say No to Gossip
Are they adding any value to your life? No, right? Then why are you discussing someone else’s life choices? Say no gossip. Do not indulge in conversations that make you a snob.
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Stop Judging
Everyone has their own journey and you don’t know about their struggles. Stop judging people on the basis of their personal and professional choices. It gives you a chance to bond better with others.
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Don’t Say ‘Yes’ to everything
Is it hard for you to say No to people? And you keep saying yes to everything because you don’t want to upset people? Well, that could be toxic in the longer run. This Holi let go of this habit because it is indeed a bad one. Not saying No can take a toll on your mental health. Take a break and say no to things you don’t want to do.
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Complaining
It is easy to complain about things every time. The easiest thing you can do is – play a blame game. However, complaining will not help the situation or your mood. Take responsibility for your actions and stop complaining about petty things in life.
Conclusion
Holi is a festival of colours, warmth, and love. Holika Dahan signifies that one should get rid of his or her negative traits. In today’s time, we hardly get time to introspect. Holi is another reminder that we should look within ourselves and get rid of bad habits. Happy Holi Dahan 2023 to all our readers!
