Reality of our society

1. Typical mentality pollution
Presented by: Maha Noor

2. Typical mentality
Typical mentality is a fixed mental attitude or disposition that predetermines a person’s
responses to and interpretations of situations

3. Typical mentality Pollution
A typical mind is a set of assumptions, methods, or notions held by one or more people or
groups of people. it be so firmly established that it creates a powerful incentive within
these people or groups that they pollute their mind and continue to adopt or accept prior
behaviors, choices, or tools

4. Types
• There are three forms of typical mentality pollution
1. Society based mind pollution
2. Self based mind pollution
3. Student mind pollution

5. I. Society-based mind pollution:
The typical mind pollution which collectively become the mind of society
is called as society-based typical mind pollution
People have a set of typical mind in every field of life which has become agony for society

6. I. Son preference and its implications for the status of the girl child
In many societies, the family lineage is carried on by male children. The preservation of the family name
is guaranteed through the son(s). Except in a few countries a girl takes her husband's family name,
dropping that of her own parents. The fear of losing a name prompts families to wish to have a son
Some men marry a second or a third wife to be sure of having
a male child.
Few forms of socio- mentality pollution ha discussed below

7. II. Choice of career by parents:
The ever increasing pressure from parents to pursue a career of their choice.is a pollution of typical
mindset as a lot of us have had to sacrifice the opportunities we could have embraced only because of our
parents, mostly dads Sadly, boys aren’t the only ones who are forced to choose a field. Girls are also swayed
to follow a profession of their parents’ choice As a result, more and more teenagers are
becoming troubled students or depressed interns.

8. III. DOWRY A POLLUTION OF CULTURE
:
WE LIVE IN A SOCIETY WHERE GIVING
AND TAKING DOWRY IS A PRIDE”
Dowry is a term used for the things which are necessary for a girl who is going to be married and so her parents
give to her daughter
It is a culture of many countries including Pakistan and has become a mind pollution
Parents are of opinion that without dowry their daughter will not get respect in her In-laws likewise the
In-laws has the mind set as they are parents of boy they have right to take dowry from the girl whom he will get
married

10. Negative consequences of dowry:
 Dowry is sometimes used by in-laws as a source of comparison between daughters-in-law the
daughter in law with most dowries is respected most among all the daughters-in-law in the family.
 Dowry Plays a Part in the Choice of a Husband or Wife, The economic background of a potential wife and
her potential to bring good dowry are often the only determinants for her being married her education, looks
or nature are seen as unimportant
 If a girl doesn’t bring dowry, sometimes the in-laws will not accept her into the family She will
sometimes be treated like a servant, expected to do all house chores. They will sometimes have been
restricted or no rights to make their own decisions
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11. Negative consequences of dowry

12. IV. Working Women
All the aunties want the so called “ Parhi Likhi bahu” for their sons. But if that girl wishes to pursue a
career, than definitely she isn’t the right girl. The girls are rejected because of this typical mentality that a
working woman can’t be a good wife.

13. V. AFFAIR
Assuming that every girl and guy walking together are having an affair is a type of typical
mind pollution
They can be siblings, friends, cousins anything!

14. A belief or way of behaving that is based on fear of the unknown and faith in magic or luck
Or a belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck.
VI. Superstitious

15. Superstitious
“Black cat just crossed my path- dammit something bad is going to happen!
“A crow is cawing like crazy - guests are on their way”
Left Eye twitching – Something bad is going to happen
Sit under a tree after its dark- be possessed by a jin
“Palms itchy- Money is coming your way” *Ka-ching*
Cutting hair or nails at night or Stepping on someone’s hair will give them a massive headache.”
. If your left eye twitches, it’s a sign of bad luck. However, if your right eye twitches, you’re destined for
good luck.
“When an owl sings, it is a sign of bad luck coming your way.”
in rural Pakistan, it is rumoured sweeping at night decreases employment and is not
encouraged in many societies.

17. VII. Discouraging people from following their dreams:
It is a mindset of majority of us that what we could not achieve is hard to be done by anyone else too. So, we
conveniently pass a statement that you cannot do it without paying heed to its consequences. How badly this
statement can demotivate others.

18. VIII. Agreeing and accepting a decision, because the majority of people you know are do
ing it:
As my uncle made progress in garment’s business and it was so profitable so, I will also opt it.
My elder cousin opted Medical profession so I will also join Medical field.
This mindset is a huge hurdle in one’s way of achieving what he/she actually wants.

19. IX. Judging a person upon the basis of his/her habits/ appearances
:
What we normally assume is that a person who smokes and drinks is of evil mind. On the other
hand a person who is having a religious appearance is considered as a most pious man of the
society.

20. X. Urdu eww Paindoozz
• English has become one of major measure to judge all capabilities of a person. One who speaks
urdu is consider as a Paindoo in his/her circle. Parents think their child is not getting good educa
tion or
• they doubt the standard of school if their child is unable to speak fluent English.

21. XI. Envy Factor
If someone owns a Mercedes and lives in luxurious house, then “pakki haram ki kamai hai Haram ki”. Yes in
an under developed country like our, with a debt of 160 billion $ on our heads, it’s hard to digest the fact that
we can enjoy such luxuries, but not all people are same. If a Doctor, Engineer, Lawyer, Businessman is good at
what he does and works hard for his excellence, he can score all this in a more legitimate manner, Haram
isn’t the only way to get all this.

22. XII. Society refused to accept the girl wearing cloak:
This is true head covering or wearing cloak is not made easy for you in our society you are simply labeled as
PAINDU or very simple person. Socially you are ignored until or unless you say something intelligent or
speak English. Girls with covering head and cloak are subjected to all kinds of negative comments.
It is the pollution of typical mentality, but I must say one should stand firm on one's beliefs and continue with
the practice of head covering and wearing cloak because ultimately we will be answerable to Allah alone.

24. Fashion or vulgarity
Fashion is a way for everyone to show or express their personality with their clothing and accessories.
On the other hand the vulgarity is to wearing less clothes(show excess amount of skin which isn’t
socially acceptable) in order to attract people towards them it is typical mentality of many people that
they appreciate vulgarity to grab attention of people and stop following the teaching of Islam

25. Complexion Hate poor
Eating and waiting
for food on funeral
Respect
millionaire and
authoritarian
SOME OTHER TYPICALL MENALITY POLLUTION

26. 2. Self-based mind pollution
Self-based mind pollution is a pollution of a person’s mindset individually, on the
basis of which he admires or under estimate himself and pollute his mind with self-pity,
arrogance , criticism e.t.c.

27. i. Greed
Greed is having or showing a selfish desire for wealth and possessions The mindset of no matter
how much it is decried people are greedy enough that they all want more than they have, the
more and more the better Greed has a grip on our society and has infiltrated the government,
marketplace, and even our homes. It creates a divide between a moral compass and relationships.
It can hover over its victims mind like a dark plague, a relentless desire to acquire more and
give less

28. ii. Jealousy
We have a mindset of being envious of what others possess and we do not. We start comparing ourselves
with others and end up having jealousy with them. These pollution of typical mentality is a major cause of
destruction of society as this factor may cause a decrease in one's perceived self-worth, emotional
instability, feelings of bitterness, the breaking of relationships, prolonged depression and
extreme anxiety.

30. iii. Self-pity
The mindset of wallowing in a sense of “why me” or harboring thoughts like “I am so good but others
are so bad to me”. People who wallow in self-pity are prone towards blaming the outside for their
miseries and always consider themselves as the victims of life. They sometimes even purposely attract
some form of abuse in order to feel more pity for themselves

31. iv. Arrogance
The typical mindset of, “I am the best around” or “I am kind of a big deal”, the narcissistic behavior Arrogant
people genuinely feel superior about themselves but their lack of sensitivity towards life
causes them to stay disconnected with several aspects of well-being people, arrogantly thought
that We are smarter than everybody else. Some disadvantages of being arrogant are
 They become the laughingstock ,
 their ego become reason of destruction of relationship,
 They think we're great, so why would we try harder ? So they ruin their life with this
 Mentality pollution

32. 3. Student mentality
There are two types of student ‘s mind which may become a pollution and acts as
obstacle in their success
1. Fixed mind
2. Growth mind

33.  Fixed mindset
Students with a fixed mindset believe they are born with their abilities which are fixed and
unchangeable, creating a glass ceiling for their success.

34.  Growth mindset
Students with a growth mindset believe their abilities can be developed and
strengthened over time through hard work and commitment

35. FIXED MINDSET A POLLUTION GROWTH MIDSET A SOLTION
I’m either good at it or I’m not. I can learn to do anything I want.
If I don’t try, then I won’t fail. Failures are just opportunities for growth.
I’m jealous of other people’s success. I am inspired by other people’s success
Failure is the limit of my abilities. Failure is just an opportunity to grow.
When I’m frustrated, I give up. When I’m frustrated, I keep going.
Student mindset

36. I only stick to what I know. I don’t mind trying new things.
If I don’t try, then I won’t fail. I only fail when I stop trying.
That’s just who I am. I can’t change it. I’m a constantly evolving work in progress.
Feedback and criticism hurt my ego. Feedback and criticism help me grow.
I’m too shy to do public speaking I can become a great public speaker through
practice.
I don’t want to hear your feedback. I actively seek feedback, constructive, or not.
That project looks challenging. I’ll just do
my own thing.
That project looks challenging. I will lead it.

37. Solution for typical mentality pollution:
i. Making the decision not to let negative thoughts pollute your mind
ii. Staying away from negative people
iii. Monitoring what goes on in your mind
iv. Cultivating a positive mindset
v. Analyze the root cause
vi. Take on a new perspective.