Question asked by Lim
Good morning, H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and Pastors
Since my mom passed away three years ago, I keep on enduring and hiding my pain deep inside my mind until lately i got a sleeping problem. When I am trying to fall asleep, I start to feel the sadness deep inside my stomach area, my arms and feet feel the burning sensual and my body start to tremor. I had consulted several doctors and done my full body check up. The doctor said everything is fine.
Until lately, one of the doctor said my sleeping problem were causing by my anxiety disorder. I started to realize that maybe i am worrying too much and afraid of dying. I am a buddhist and i understand the Impermanence of our body.
I don't know how to overcome and get out of this mind problem. I hope to get some method or advice in Dharma way from H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and Pastors.
Best Regards
Lim
Dear Lim,
You are right about worrying too much. Fears can lead to depression and anxiety disorders. We suggest you do the guru yoga of Lama Tsongkhapa and recite his mantra “Migtsema”. In this blog, under the section “Tsongkhapa”, there is a blog post entitled “Tsongkhapa’s daily practice”: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/me/tsongkapas-daily-practice-video-commentary.html. Lama Tsongkhapa’s practice has a lot of blessings and it will bring you peace, clarity and stability of mind. Get a picture of Lama Tsongkhapa, look at it daily and recite the Migtsema 21 times with concentration. Also, you must stop focusing on your problems which is the main reason why you have an anxiety disorder. Try to focus on others more. Volunteer in charity or Buddhist organisations. As H.E. Tsem Rinpoche says, “The only way to create happiness for yourself is by making other people happy.” We hope you will find this advice helpful and wish you good health and much happiness.