# Victimhood Can Deepen Life’s Difficulties, Says Deccan Herald Essay 2026-08-06T21:45:51+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet A Deccan Herald opinion essay argues that repeatedly blaming fate, institutions or circumstances can trap people in self-pity and helplessness. It uses the example of a government employee transferred to an unwanted posting for the fourth consecutive time, who brooded rather than taking up the matter with the authorities. The essay says such thinking can reduce morale, confidence and the ability to face problems. It urges readers to examine circumstances more fairly, practise empathy rather than judgement, and focus on their response to events beyond their control. Its central message is that a positive outlook may help people handle difficulties better. ## Coverage - deccanherald.com Tags: life advice, mental health, resilience, self-pity Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/victimhood-can-deepen-lifes-difficulties-says-deccan-herald-essay/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/victimhood-can-deepen-lifes-difficulties-says-deccan-herald-essay/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.