Overwhelmed or Anxious? 5 Steps to Feel Calmer

BY Indu Aroa3 min read • September 23, 2026

First of all, it is okay!! There’s a lot going on and so much uncertainty in our lives and in the world. As much as there is a lot of joy and always something to celebrate, for many there is a lot to grieve. There’s a lot of loneliness and stress right now.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, confused, stressed, overactive? 

First of all, it is okay!! There’s a lot going on and so much uncertainty in our lives and in the world. As much as there is a lot of joy and always something to celebrate, for many there is a lot to grieve. There’s a lot of loneliness and stress right now.

No matter what the reason, we can all benefit from taking the time for: 

• a little bit of reflection
• a little bit of slowing down
• a little bit of calming of vata
• a little bit of tender care
• a little invocation of our shakti
• a little bit of invoking the sacred feminine if we feel disconnected with it from within 

Shakti Mudra to Calm the Storms

Mudras are an accessible Yoga practice that can have therapeutic impacts on our lives. They are non-verbal mode of communication and self-expression, consisting of hands, face, and body postures—essentially an external expression of inner resolve.

In particular, when we’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed or anxious, Shakti Mudra honors the shakti, the Shri, the divine feminine, as well as calms the overwhelming energy flow. 

Try it in 5 easy steps

1. Hold the hands in Mudra as shown in the photo. Rest the hands comfortably at the level of heart or navel. 

2. Focus on the touch between the ring and the little fingers. 

3. Become aware of the breath. 

4. Mentally repeat the mantra 21 times, “OM SHREEM SHRIYAI NAMAH”

5.  Repeat as needed ❤️ .

Learn more about the therapeutic benefits of mudras in my 30-hour online training starting Saturday, September 26! Learn more.