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Question: For
the past several years, my mental condition has become increasingly disturbed.
It feels as though an onslaught of thoughts is continuously attacking me, and
my mind, helpless amidst this deluge, drifts aimlessly in its currents. This
unforeseen affliction has paralyzed both my decision-making capacity and my
innate abilities. Regardless of my surroundings or their significance, I remain
enveloped in incessant thoughts. These thoughts have led me toward spiritual
degradation and inner misguidance. Without volition, blasphemous and profane
ideas about the purified self and sacred personalities invade my mind—so
intensely that at times I feel an urge to set my own heart ablaze. Despite
repeated attempts to dam the flood of thoughts with the force of will, I have
failed. In all external matters, I appear to be a normal and healthy
individual. However, in the face of these intrusive thoughts, I remain utterly
powerless.
Answer: Have
a postcard-sized negative of your full physical form prepared. Instruct the
photographer not to mark or tint the negative in any way. Frame this image as
one would frame a portrait, and hang it on a wall. From a distance of four
feet, observe this negative intermittently for a cumulative duration of two
hours per day. This method will assist in liberating the mind from the
persistent assault of chaotic thoughts.
During
this process, if contrary or blasphemous thoughts arise while walking,
standing, or sitting, do not resist them. Allow them to come and pass of their
own accord. According to the subtle laws of thought, resisting a mental
impression intensifies it. Therefore, if a disturbing image—such as
fire—emerges in the mind, do not attempt to suppress it by force. Instead,
gently redirect your focus to a peaceful mental image, such as a river, a
garden, or a green meadow.
By
following this practice in conjunction with negative viewing, you will
become protected from the invasion of perverse and oppositional thoughts. Prior
to initiating this treatment, obtain consent from a qualified psychologist or
mental health expert.
Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi
Nearly three decades ago, the esteemed spiritual scholar and blessed guide, Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi (R.A), inaugurated a mission of public service with the objective of liberating humanity from afflictions, psychological distress, and physical ailments. For ten years, he remained in contemplative retreat, silently advancing this sacred commitment to the service of creation (khidmat-e-khalq). As the hearts of the people began turning toward him, he employed the medium of mass communication. In 1969, this initiative was formally introduced to the public through newspapers and spiritual journals. According to conservative estimates, through written correspondence and face-to-face interaction—particularly via national publications and the Roohani Digest—Hazrat Azeemi has extended spiritual guidance and healing to over 1.4 million men and women, addressing intricate personal crises and intractable medical conditions. Today, it is not uncommon that wherever a few individuals gather, and a seemingly insoluble dilemma or incurable illness is mentioned, someone inevitably suggests: “Establish contact with Azeemi Sahib—the matter will be resolved.”
Through the grace of Allah the Almighty, the spiritual affinity with the Prophet (P.B.U.H), and the continued beneficence of the blessed guide, four volumes of Roohani Daak (Spiritual Correspondence) have now been compiled. The first volume is hereby presented to you for contemplation and benefit.
