From burnout to balance: Why India is moving to energy healing for relief
The true strength of energy work lies in consistency. Instead of waiting for stress to spiral into illness, small, daily rituals, from mindful breathing to Reiki to meditation, help individuals maintain equilibrium.
New Delhi: In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety and stress have become constant companions for many young Indians. Relentless deadlines, social pressures, and the urge to "do it all” have left Gen Z and millennials searching for ways to restore balance. While modern medicine addresses chronic illness, it doesn’t always ease the subtle stresses that creep into everyday life. This is where energy healing, an ancient practice, is finding new relevance.
Is mindful breathing the only way to ease anxiety?
In an interaction with TV9 English, Puja Banerjee, Senior Academician at the Academy of Vedic Vidya and a certified instructor in Holistic Sciences, explained how techniques like Reiki, mindful breathing, and chakra balancing are no longer confined to alternative circles. Young adults are turning to them to ease anxiety, sleep better, reduce fatigue, improve focus, and even maintain emotional stability. For many, these practices are gentle, non-invasive ways to cope with daily pressures.
Young professionals are using Reiki at night to relax and sleep better after hectic workdays. Students try chakra meditation to stay focused and reduce exam stress. Parents practice simple breathing to manage burnout while balancing work and family. Startup founders use short meditation breaks to stay calm during tough decisions, while creative professionals turn to sound healing to beat blocks and find inspiration. Even older adults are exploring gentle practices like Reiki or mindful breathing to ease fatigue and stay emotionally balanced.
The rise of wellness apps, social media communities, and online learning platforms has made energy practices more accessible than ever. Today, structured programs allow learners to explore Vedic Astrology, Tarot, Reiki, Numerology, Acupressure, Crystal Healing, Face Reading, and more through live online classes.
What is energy healing?
Importantly, energy healing is not meant to replace medicine. Instead, it complements it by offering what prescriptions often can’t balance, self-awareness and harmony between mind and body. Whether it’s restoring energy levels, calming nerves before a big presentation, or creating healthier sleep patterns, these practices equip people with everyday tools for prevention and self-care.
The true strength of energy work lies in consistency. Instead of waiting for stress to spiral into illness, small, daily rituals, from mindful breathing to Reiki to meditation, help individuals maintain equilibrium. This holistic aspect appeals strongly to a generation that is skeptical of quick fixes and increasingly open to blending science with spirituality.
As India’s wellness journey evolves, energy healing may move closer to a model where inner experience and evidence coexist. For many young people, it’s already helping to build habits that support long-term mental, physical, and emotional well-being, while also opening doors to meaningful opportunities in the health and wellness space.