Ever felt a sudden cloud of gloom overshadow your day? Hrithik Roshan, the Greek God of Bollywood, has a quick fix: his famous 90-second rule for managing abrupt sadness. Unveiled in a recent podcast, this technique is gaining traction among fans and wellness enthusiasts alike.
The core idea is straightforward—emotions like sadness are transient biochemical reactions that peak and fade within 90 seconds. Hrithik urges people to experience the emotion raw, without layering it with negative stories or rumination. ‘Don’t fight it; surf it,’ he says poetically.
Drawing from his fitness guru persona, Hrithik illustrates how holding onto emotions is like gripping a hot coal—the longer you hold, the more you burn. He suggests physical cues like clenching fists or deep belly breaths to stay present during those 90 ticks.
This isn’t mere pop psychology. Neuroscientists confirm that the amygdala triggers the emotional response, but the prefrontal cortex can intervene post-90 seconds to restore calm. Hrithik learned this during his intense preparation for films like ‘War’ and ‘Fighter,’ where mental resilience was key.
For practical application, Hrithik recommends journaling the emotion afterward to track patterns, combining it with his routine of yoga and weight training. Bollywood insiders note this revelation aligns with his recent advocacy for mental health post-divorce.
In an era of rising anxiety, Hrithik’s rule offers empowerment. It’s a reminder that you control what happens after those initial 90 seconds. Try it next time melancholy strikes—your mind will thank you.
