Stop Worrying: How to Let Go and Regain Peace of Mind

Guided by Dr. Arati Bhatt – Counselling Psychologist at Serein Mind

Worry is like a rocking chair—it gives you something to do, but it doesn’t get you anywhere. We all worry at times—about the future, relationships, finances, or health—but when worrying becomes a habit, it drains our energy, clouds our judgment, and steals our joy.

It’s time to break free from the cycle. Here's how you can stop worrying and take back control of your thoughts.

Why Do We Worry?

Worry is a mental response to uncertainty. It’s your brain’s way of trying to prepare for or prevent bad outcomes. However, most worries are:

• About things that may never happen

• Out of your control

• Based on fear, not facts

When worry becomes chronic, it leads to anxiety, sleepless nights, irritability, and even physical illness.

Signs You’re Stuck in Worry Mode

• Overthinking every decision

• Constant “what if” thoughts

• Fear of the future or worst-case scenarios

• Inability to relax

• Trouble sleeping or concentrating

If this sounds like you, the good news is—you can learn to worry less.

7 Powerful Ways to Stop Worrying

1. Ask: Can I Control This?

If yes—take action.If no—let it go.Worrying doesn’t solve problems; action does.

2. Set a ‘Worry Time’

Limit your worry to 15 minutes a day. When a worry pops up outside that time, write it down and postpone it.

3. Practice Mindfulness

Breathe. Focus on the present moment.Worry pulls you into an imagined future. Mindfulness brings you back to now.

4. Challenge Your Thoughts

Ask yourself:

• Is this really true?

• What’s the evidence?

• What would I say to a friend in this situation?

Often, our worries are exaggerated fears, not facts.

5. Shift Focus to Gratitude

List 3 things you’re grateful for every day. Gratitude shifts the brain’s focus from fear to abundance.

6. Stay Busy with Purposeful Action

Engage in hobbies, exercise, or meaningful tasks. A focused mind has no time for worry.

7. Talk It Out

Speak to a friend, mentor, or therapist. Saying your worries out loud reduces their power.

“Worrying is like paying a debt you don’t owe.” – Mark Twain

Dr. Arati Bhatt, a trusted counselling psychologist and founder of Serein Mind, helps individuals recognize and manage their worry cycles, using science-backed strategies and compassionate therapy to restore mental peace.

Final Thought

You don’t have to live in fear of the future. Most of the things you worry about will never happen. And for those that do, you’ll face them with the strength you didn’t know you had.

Train your mind to focus on what’s real, not imagined.Breathe. Let go. Trust the process.

Need Professional Help Letting Go of Worry?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck, reach out to Dr. Arati Bhatt at🌐 Serein Mind – Your online and in-clinic counselling partner based in Gurgaon.

Her gentle yet practical approach has helped hundreds of people find clarity, self-compassion, and lasting peace of mind.