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1 How to calm your mind? – ‘witness spirit’ can It?
2 FAQs:How to calm your mind?

How to calm your mind? – ‘witness spirit’ can It?

8 May 2026|Updated|

How to calm your mind? Of course, today’s world has lost peace of mind.Is it right? Everyone has tension. Some are worried about money, some about work, some about family, some about illness, some about unemployment, some about exams, some about debts, some about their wife, some about their husband, some about their girlfriend, some about boyfriend, some about inflation, some about politics, some about competition, some about business, some about love and some about something else!

Humans have lost their peace of mind for one reason or another! He is trying to find this ‘peace’ for him in many things. Some in intoxication, some in hope,some in food, some in money, some in politics, some in temples, some in travel, some in ‘brotherhood’! While some are trying to find it in sex. But the mind does not get any peace!

How to calm your mind? : What is needed is self reflection?

At such times, self-reflection is needed! To look at oneself, to understand oneself, to look within oneself, to take an inner journey! Because all this happens and we feel it every day.

Mind feels it. So we experience it. Our body experiences it. So how can you calm your mind? Only your own mind can give you the answer to this question. Not someone else’s mind. Then by solving this question by own mind, you can achieve peace of mind.

The mind is a big mess—

The mind is a big mass. It is complicated. It is wonderful. It is also mysterious. And so on and so forth. This is true! But it is also so easy to understand it. It can be understood with ‘witness’. It can be known by putting it aside, the unrest created by it can be easily keep aside.In one word, ‘tension’ can also be easily and now, right here, removed ! If we keep ‘witness’. Then ‘witness’ is not just a concept. It is a feeling. It is a reality.

It is a pure method given to us by ancient sages and ancient psychologists. If we can see it as it is, without getting involved in it… In the process what will happen? —A storm of thoughts arises in our mind at every moment. One after another, anger, hatred, anxiety, jealousy, attachment, envy, fear, joy and sorrow!

All these things are constantly moving on the screen of the mind. But what if we could just see all without involving in it, this as it is, without getting involved in it…? Only see them!

How to calm your mind? : What would happen then?

Imagine this nou only. Will we get rid of it? Sometime? Then try it immediately! Then you will definitely get a glimpse. And what will happen if we practise it again and again ? If ‘tension’ comes, we will get rid of it immediately ! What will happen if we make it a habit to do this all the time?

Means just “watching“! But without getting involved in it ! —-This is ‘witnessing’?

👉’Witnessing’ means becoming a calm and impartial ‘observer’ of everything that is going on in your own mind.

👉Just as we are watching a play on stage. Similarly we should understand this play wjitch is going on in our mind. Anger is coming, thoughts are flowing and emotions are rising and falling. But we should only be ‘watcher’ of it !

We should not be a ‘character’ in the’play’ !

Why is the witnessing state needed to relieve tension? To gain peace of mind, to gain happiness, stability, and joy. Because this is the only solution to get out of the constant chain of thoughts – to understand that – “I am not a thought but only I am a witness of thoughts and feelings.

”When we become a ‘witness’ for self-reflection.Then we have a clear understanding of ourselves.To go beyond the ego,main reason, which is the root cause of tension. In witnessing state “I did this”, “I am right”, “mine”, “me”, “that is wrong”, “me” – all like this is ‘ego’. It is from our ego. But in witnessing state, there is no ‘I’, only ‘seeing’.

How to develop a witnessing state?

1. Sit quietly for 5/10 minutes every day. Close your eyes. Pay attention to your breathing.Thoughts comes… They are coming ; they are going; they are coming again; they are going . Just watch them without reacting to them.

2. Pay attention to your feelings. Anger is coming; it is coming; let it come. Fear is coming; worry is coming; just watch it. Don’t react to it immediately.JustThink, “This feeling has come. I am seeing it.”

3. Remind yourself – “I am the witness.”Remind yourself of this several times a day. Practice this. Increase the time.

“What does Osho say about ‘witnessing’?”

Witnessing is the greatest meditation.”–

Osho says, ‘Meditation is not about doing anything but “being a witness to what is happening” – that’s all.”

What are the effects of ‘witnessing’?

• The mind becomes calm.

• Thoughts become clear.

• Decision-making power increases.

• The confusion in relationships decreases.

• Our connection with our inner self becomes stronger.

What is the conclusion? —

‘Witness’ is a great gift of nature – which is given only to humans. Remember this. Not to other animals. Why? There must be some purpose behind it. When we look at our own thoughts, feelings and actions with a serious but calm eye, then we are ‘us’ – unedited, uncorrupted, pure being! We can all be ‘witnesses’. We just have to learn the art of ‘seeing’!This is a short answer to your question- How to calm your mind?

FAQs:How to calm your mind?

1. What are the best ways to calm your mind quickly?

Deep breathing, meditation, listening to calm music, and taking short breaks are some effective ways to calm your mind quickly.

2. Can meditation reduce stress and anxiety?

Yes, regular meditation helps reduce stress, anxiety, and negative thoughts while improving emotional balance and concentration.

3. How many minutes should I meditate daily?

Beginners can start with 5–10 minutes daily and gradually increase the duration according to comfort and routine.

4. Does positive thinking help mental peace?

Positive thinking helps reduce overthinking, improves confidence, and supports a peaceful and healthy mindset.

5. Is mindfulness useful for better sleep?

Yes, mindfulness and relaxation techniques help calm the brain, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality naturally.

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Dr.Nitin Pawar

Dr. Nitin Pawar is the Founder and Editor of Satyashodhak Blog. He writes on social justice, education, politics, and current affairs with a bold, analytical, and grassroots perspective.

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