feeling alone
But this isn’t a modern problem. Thousands of years ago, in the middle of the battlefield of Kurukshetra, a warrior named Arjuna stood paralyzed — overwhelmed by doubt, fear, and spiraling thoughts. And in that moment, Krishna didn’t hand him a sword or a plan — he handed him wisdom.
The Bhagavad Gita, a conversation between Krishna and Arjuna, is not just a spiritual text — it’s a psychological guide on how to manage the mind. Here’s how the Gita can help you control overthinking and negative thoughts in daily life.
1. Accept That the Mind Is Naturally Restless
In Chapter 6, Verse 34, Arjuna confesses:
“The mind is restless, turbulent, strong and obstinate. Controlling it is like trying to control the wind.”