Chandigarh, November 20, 2025: According to Dr Monica B Sood, State Convenor, Intellectual Cell, BJP Chandigarh, ‘Digital Fasting’, is the key to a sharper, calmer, and more creative mind. Dr Sood introduced the novel concept of ‘Digital Fasting’ which simply means substantially reducing screen time during her address as Chief Guest at the Annual Sports Day of Stepping Stones School.
Encouraging students to limit social-media consumption to just 30 minutes a day, she said that reduced screen time can significantly improve concentration, memory, sleep quality, and overall mental health. “God has given you one beautiful life. Don’t waste it scrolling. Live it. Feel it. Create it,” she told the students.
Dr Monica B Sood, who is also CEO of Navjivan Health and Chairperson of National Unity & Security Council (NUSC) is a distinguished alumna of Stepping Stones School, and was invited as the Chief Guest at the school’s Annual Sports Day. Principal Anu Kumar and the entire school faculty extended a warm welcome to her, acknowledging her achievements and her deep emotional connection with the institution.
Drawing from her own journey as a student of Stepping Stones School, Dr Sood shared that the institution was the place “where her dreams first started walking.”
Meanwhile, the Annual Sports Day saw vibrant performances, and spirited participation from students across all grades. Dr Sood praised the dedication of the teachers, the support of parents, and the impressive performances of students who trained tirelessly for the event.
Linking sports to life skills, Dr Sood emphasized that Sports Day is not only about winning medals but about learning discipline, courage, teamwork, and resilience. She reminded children that setbacks, struggles, and failures shape strong individuals, just as “diamonds are made under pressure and gold is purified in fire.”
Dr Sood said that sports icons teach the same lesson. PV Sindhu trained through injuries, Neeraj Chopra battled obesity and bullying, and Mary Kom rose above poverty and criticism. Every champion’s journey includes tears, pain, and resilience, yet they emerge stronger, proving that determination can rewrite destiny, she revealed.
Concluding her speech, she motivated students to believe in themselves, keep moving forward, and never give up. “If a girl who once sat on these very benches can make a difference, each one of you can go much further,” she said, encouraging students to dream big and make the school proud.
