Overcoming Stress and Anxiety: Divine Lessons from Lord Krishna
In the modern world, stress and anxiety are often treated as "new-age" problems, born of digital burnout and high-pressure careers. However, the human psyche has struggled with these shadows for millennia. Thousands of years ago, on the battlefield of Kurukshetra , the warrior Arjuna experienced a complete mental and emotional breakdown. Arjuna’s symptoms—trembling limbs, a parched mouth, and a racing mind—are the exact physiological markers of a panic attack. In response, Lord Krishna didn't just offer a pep talk; he delivered the Bhagavad Gita , a masterclass in psychology and spiritual resilience. Here are the divine lessons from Krishna to help you navigate the storms of the modern mind. 1. The Art of "Nishkama Karma " (Detachment from Results) Most of our anxiety stems from "What if?" scenarios. We worry about the future because we are hyper-focused on the outcomes of our actions. Krishna’s most famous advice in Chapter 2 , V...
