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How to reduce depression,streess and overthinking
Mental Disorders
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How to reduce depression,streess and overthinking - #28368

Srilakha Paul
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I overthink too much negatively,,, stressed a lot,, getting depressed,, having panic attack,,I cried every night,, I don't know the reason,,, what should I do to overcome,,,I overthink About things very much,, getting upset so fast,,,cried easily

Age: 21
Chronic illnesses: Maybe depression anger issue
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Avoid oily, spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab. Stressnil 2-0-2 Cap. Brahmi 1-0-1 Focus on your goal.

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Treatment 1) Sarasvatarishta 20 ml after food with water 2 times a day

2) tab smritisagar rasa- 2 tab after food with water 3 times

Yoga therapy

Asanas

Vakrasana (Spinal Twist)

Salabhasana (The Locust Posture)

Sarvangasana (Shoulder-stand)

Bhujangasana (The Cobra Position)

Halasana (The Plough Posture)

Paschimottanasana

Shavasana.

Pranayama

Rhythmic breathing, Surya-Bhedana (breathing that revitalizes the nervous system), Bhastrika (Bellows).

Meditation

Meditation for 15-20 minutes and Antara mauna.

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Srilakha you don’t worry Just go for morning or evening walk for 1 hour atleast. 1) Tab. Samritisagar ras 1 goli subha sham khane ke baad For 15 day

Bs itn Krna aram ho jayega

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No need to worry dear,

You’ll definitely get relief 😌

Start taking these medications, 1.Saraswatarishta 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 2.cap.stresscom 1-0-1 3.Manasmitravatakam 1-1-1 4.kbir sukoon tab.1-1-1

*Daily Massage your scalp with BRAHMI OIL.

Follow up after 1 month.

Take care😊

If you have any doubt, feel free to ask.

Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj.

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You can start on Medha vati Brahmi vati Twice daily after food with lukewarm milk Saraswathi aristha-4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Alovera Do pranayama yoga meditation daily

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Hello Srilakha,

Thank you for sharing what you are going through. First, I want you to know you are not alone, and it is completely okay to feel overwhelmed sometimes. Your feelings of stress, overthinking, panic, and sadness are real and valid, and they do not make you weak – they make you human. 🌸

Right now, your mind is carrying a lot, and it’s asking for care and gentleness. The first step is acknowledging your feelings without judgment, which you’ve already done by speaking out.

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Breathe and pause: When panic or overthinking arises, take slow, deep breaths. Even a few minutes of mindful breathing can calm the mind and body.

2. Small steps matter: You don’t need to “fix everything” at once. Start with little actions – journaling, short walks, listening to music, or talking to someone you trust.

3. Gentle self-talk: Treat yourself like you would a friend. Be kind, patient, and understanding toward yourself.

4. Seek support: Sharing with a counselor, therapist, or mental health professional is a sign of strength. They can guide you through techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and overthinking.

5. Routine & care: Simple routines – sleep, balanced meals, light exercise, and brief mindfulness or meditation – gradually bring calm and stability.

Remember, storms don’t last forever. Your feelings will not define your entire life. With small, consistent steps and support, your mind will gradually find peace again. 🌱

You are strong for reaching out, and this is the beginning of a gentler, calmer path. It’s okay to cry, it’s okay to feel – but there is hope, and relief is possible.

Take one small step today, just for yourself. 💛 Feel free to reach out anytime dear

With war regards – Dr. Sumi

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Hi seilakha this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…no need to worry maa… Don’t think too much about anything… everyone have their own special nature…just be you… *Daily meditate for 10min *Have proper sleep and food pattern *Be cool and just leave the if any thing irritates you more

Rx-Manasamitra vati 2-0-2after food Bramhi grita 10ml empty stomach early morning…

Don’t take too much medicine ma… No medicine will give you happiness…bcz happiness is best for all worries… Stay happy stay healthy

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Hello Srilakha ji,

First of all, I want to tell you - you are not alone. Many young people today go through overthinking, stress, panic attacks, and unexplained sadness, but dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1 Brahmi capsules 1-0-1 after food – calms mind, improves focus.

2 Ashwagandha capsules 1-0-1 after food – reduces stress, anxiety, improves sleep.

3 Jatamansi powder – ½ tsp with warm milk at night for panic & overthinking.

✅DAILY PRACTICES

➡️Shirodhara (oil therapy on forehead) – very effective ( but it has to be done in near by panchakarma center)

➡️Abhyanga (oil massage) – self-massage with warm sesame oil before bath 2–3 times a week.

➡️Anulom Vilom & Bhramari pranayama – 10 minutes daily for calming thoughts.

✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPY- This will help you significantly 👉SHIRODHARA THERPY 👉Abhyanga 👉 Shiro Abhynga

✅ DIET AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION

❌Avoid tea, coffee, excess sugar, late-night screen time (they worsen anxiety).

☑️Eat warm, fresh, sattvik food – moong dal, rice, milk, ghee, dates, nuts, fresh fruits.

👉Drink golden turmeric milk at night for better sleep.

👉Sleep before 11 pm and wake up early – helps stabilize mind.

✅ SIMPLE DAILY ROUTINE (15 minutes)

👉Morning =Sit quietly, do deep breathing (5 mins) + chant Om or Gayatri mantra (3 mins).

👉Evening =Write down your 3 positive moments of the day (gratitude journaling).

👉Night= Listen to calming music or guided meditation before sleep.

what you are experiencing is not your weakness – it is just an imbalance in mind & body.

👉 Remember You are stronger than your thoughts. By building inner Sattva (positivity, clarity, calmness) you will regain control.

Wish you a good mental peace and clarity😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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HELLO SRILAKHA PAUL,

You’re facing excessive overthinking, negative thoughts, stress, depression, panic attack , cry easily This is a mind- body imbalance

In Ayurveda This condition is called Chittodvega (anxious, disturbed mind) and is caused by an imbalance in Vata dosha, especially a subtype called Prana Vata, which governs the brain, heart, breath, and nervous system

Due to stress, irregular lifestyle, poor diet, or emotional overload, vata becomes aggravated, leading to -racing thoughts -fear and insecurity -sleeplessness -dryness, fatigue -palpitations, cold extremities When Vata goes out of control, it affects both Sharira (body) and Manas (mind)

TREATMENT GOALS -balance vata dosha= main root of anxiety and overthinking -nourish the mind and nervous system= calm mental activity and stop negative thought loops -improve sleep quality= reset natural body rhythms -stabilize heart and nerve response= -build Ojas (mental-physical immunity)= improve mental strength and positivity

INTERNALLY TAKE

1) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily in morning and night for 3 months =adaptoges , reduces stress , improves sleep and energy

2) BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3 months =calms the mind, improves memory and focus

3) MANASMITRA VATAKAM= 1 tab at night with warm milk for 21 days =supports mental balance, reduces severe anxity

4) SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP= 2 tsp with water twice daily after meals for 3 months =for excessive thoughts and forgetfullness

5) TAGARA CAPSULES= 500mg at night for 2 months =improves sleep, relieves mental restlessness

EXTERNAL THERAPY

1) SELF OIL MASSAGE= WITH WARM SESAME OIL =balances vata, calms nerves, improves circulation 2-3 times/week followed by hot water bath

2) HEAD MASSAGE= WITH JATAMANSI OIL =nighttime ritual, 10 min massage daily

3) NASYA= instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril daily morning =clears mental fog, improves focus

LIFESTYLE CHANGES Vata dosha that needs stability, warmth, and rhythm

DO -wake and sleep at regular time -spend time in warm, calm, quite environments -take breaks from screens, news, overstimulation -journal thoughts before sleeping

AVOID -fasting/skipping meals -cold drinks or dry/crunchy snacks -sleeping late -overuse of social media/news feeds

YOGA ASANAS choose slow, grounding pose that calm vata -balasana -paschimottanasana -viparita karani -sukhasana+spinal twist

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances right-left brain, calms system -bhramari= vibrations soothe mental noise -sheetali= cools mind and body

DIET Food is medicine in Ayurveda. Eat in a way that calms your system

EAT -warm, moist, oily, well cooked foods -khichdi , moong dal soup, ghee, root vegetables -milk with a pinch of nutmeg at night for sleep -spices= cumin, ajwain, ginger, turmeric -herbal teas= chamomile, tulsi, brahmi, fennel

AVOID -cold or leftover food -coffee, energy drinks -dry snacks chips, popcorn -excess sugar or white bread -fermented, sour foods in excess

HOME REMEDIES

1) SLEEP MILK DRINK Boil 1 cup milk with -1 pinch of nutmeg -1/2 tsp brahmi powder or crushed leaves -1 tsp ghee Drink warm before sleep

2) SESAME OIL FOOT MASSAGE Before bed, apply warm sesame oil to your feet. It grounds vata and helps with sleep

3) TULSI TEA -boil tulsi leaves with cardamom and sip during the day to reduce mental fog

MANTRA AND POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS -Chanting “Om shanti shanti shanti” brings peace. -Daily affirmations= “I am calm and in control” and "My mind is my friend " Repeat thrice in morning and night

ANSHIKA, what you are going through is a Vata imbalance of the mind, which can absolutely be healed with consistent self-care, support, and lifestyle adjustments. Ayurveda doesn’t just treat symptoms- it treats you as a whole person.

REMEMBER -you are not your thoughts -The mind is like a river- it will flow, but you can learn to sit on the bank and watch it, not drown in it. -with Ayurveda, patience and self-love, healing will be faster.

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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1.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp with milk twice daily 2.Brahmi vati 2 tab twice daily 3.Saraswatarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice ddail All after meal 4.Ksheera bala oil-22 drops in each nostril at bedtime

practice yoga and meditation

hope you will get well soon

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Start with Manasmitra vatikam 1-0-1 after food with water Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice Light massage on scalp twice weekly with Brahmi oil. Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril once daily Learn Rajyoga meditation and practice daily. Avoid late night heavy dinner.

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Firstly, it’s important to understand that depression, stress, and overthinking are often related to an imbalance in the mind-body system, according to Ayurvedic principles. In Ayurveda, the mind is influenced by the qualities of the three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Overthinking and anxiety often correlate with an imbalance in Vata dosha, which governs movement and communication within the body and mind.

To help balance Vata, you can start by establishing a daily routine—consistency helps pacify Vata. Wake up and go to bed at the same time every day. Try to include meals at regular intervals as well. Meals should be warm, cooked and nourishing, with a focus on grounding foods. Think of dishes like kitchari or soups with moong dal and root vegetables.

Herbal remedies like Ashwagandha can support nervous system balance, try taking it in warm milk in a form of a teaspoon at night before bed. Brahmi tea, consumed in the afternoon, may also help soothe the mind.

Incorporate calming practices like meditation and slow, mindful yoga or pranayama (breath exercises) such as Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) in the morning. These can help calm the mind and reduce overthinking.

Avoid stimulants such as caffeine and sugar. These can aggravate Vata dosha and lead to further mental agitation. Favor instead herbal teas or warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom.

Create a soothing sleep environment. Limit screen time before bed, and consider applying a few drops of warm sesame oil to the soles of your feet as part of an evening routine.

Most importantly, if your feelings of depression are intense, reach out to a mental health professional. Ayurveda offers supportive practices, but your safety and well-being come first. It’s paramount to seek immediate help if you’re experiencing severe symptoms or considering self-harm.

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Keep yourself as busy as possible try various hobbies and stay disciplined As for the medicine Tab Mansamitra 2HS A/F Sankhapuspi syp. 15 ml BD

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Don’t worry take manasamithra vatakam.1tab bd, shankapushi syrup 20ml enough

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Addressing negative overthinking, stress, and depression deeply engages the mind and body. From a Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, it sounds like an imbalance in the vata dosha, which governs the nervous system. To begin balancing this, let’s focus on some practical steps.

Firstly, diet plays a role. Grounding and nourishing foods can help pacify vata. Cooked, warm meals with ghee, sweet potatoes, and root vegetables can be soothing. Try sipping on warm herbal teas, like ginger or chamomile, which have calming properties.

Incorporate daily abhyanga, or self-massage with warm sesame oil. This oil is known for its warming, nurturing qualities. Take 15-20 minutes before your bath; focus on longer strokes over the limbs and circular motions over joints.

Pranayama, the practice of breath control, is also effective. Nadi Shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing, can help balance the nadis and calm agitated energies. Spend 5-10 minutes daily on this practice.

Meditative activities can also redirect the mind. Siddha texts recommend trataka, a form of gazing meditation often used with a candle. This steadies the mind and brings focus, ideally managing overthinking.

If you find these symptoms are intensifying, or if panic attacks become frequent, it’s crucial to seek professional guidance. Sometimes, an expert’s direct observation or intervention is needed to tailor a precise treatment. Always ensure any new practice fits comfortably into your routine, and adapt as needed for personal rhythms.

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