Answer

It’s okay to feel regret, but please don’t hate yourself. In Jain Dharma, a mistake becomes a chance for spiritual growth when we honestly accept it, do repentance, and try to improve.

During Paryushan, the focus is on purity of thoughts, self-control, forgiveness, and reducing passions. So what happened is something to reflect on sincerely, but not with fear or shame.

What You Can Do Now

• Do Michchhami Dukkadam sincerely in your heart.
• Do a small Pratikraman if you know it.
• Ask forgiveness from Arihant Bhagwan, Siddha Bhagwan, Guru, and your own soul.
• Make a simple resolve: “I will try to control my mind and senses better.”
• Avoid the videos or content that triggered it.

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma teaches brahmacharya and control over desires. But it also teaches that transformation happens gradually through awareness, repentance, and right effort.

You are young, and your body and mind are going through changes. The important thing is not to fall into guilt, but to build discipline step by step.

Takeaway

Do sincere repentance, forgive yourself, and continue Paryushan with more awareness. One mistake does not make you bad. Use it as motivation to become more controlled, peaceful, and spiritually stronger.