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Anonymous

a year ago

I discovered that I become more anxious after meditation, why is this so and is it normal?

Name: Karan, Date of birth: 17 November 1997, Place of birth: Delhi, Time: 8:20 AM. I started meditating in order to better manage my anxiety, but rather than feeling peaceful when I finished and throughout the exercises, I am even more anxious afterward and during. My thoughts are more tumultuous, my chest tightens, and I'm trapped in my head. I realize that meditation increases my anxiety. Why does this occur, and is it normal? Is there a possible explanation for this behavior in my birth chart or planetary positions, and is there another technique more suitable for someone like me?

Astro Prithvi

Astro Prithvi

4 months ago

​Hello Karan. Yes, it is completely normal. It’s called "Relaxation-Induced Anxiety" (RIA). About 15-30% of people experience this. It happens because your brain associates "letting go" with "losing control." ​ The Solution: Stop doing "Standard" Meditation. Switch to "External Mindfulness." Wash the dishes with 100% focus, or garden, or color. These provide a "task" that keeps your mind engaged while your nervous system relaxes. Insight: Born Nov 17, you are a Scorpio. Scorpios are "all or nothing." You are likely diving too deep into your psyche too fast. You need to stay on the "surface" for a while.

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