Nowadays, a large number of people are suffering from mental anxiety, sleeplessness, restlessness, confusion and other similar problems. From an astrological point of view, Rahu is considered to be the cause of these problems. Rahu is a shadow planet, but it is also called the planet of illusion. Rahu is considered to be the cause of confusion, uncertainty and excessive material desires. In today’s fast-paced digital world, people want everything instantly – screens, scrolling, notifications – all at a click. If they don’t get it, their anxiety increases. People can’t sleep without scrolling through their phones, and they feel restless without constantly checking notifications and messages.
Could these habits be related to Rahu? Is Rahu the cause of this instant gratification habit now? The mysterious, virtual and boundary breaking nature of Rahu matches very well with the digital age. So, can we say that social media, scrolling and the glamor of the virtual world, all this is a new form of the elusive Rahu, which is confusing and disturbing our mental peace and consciousness? Let us discuss this in detail.
Rahu: New incarnation of the digital age
FOMO, Illusion and Maya – Rahu spreads illusion. Today, social media, FOMO (fear of missing out), and virtual identity are all extensions of this. Under the influence of Rahu, people develop never-ending desires – a hunger for “more”, which can be seen in the form of likes, views and comments on social media. People have become so addicted to the digital world that they keep watching screens till late night, which destroys their own mental peace. Those whose Rahu is weak in their birth chart are especially victims of this.
Rahu spreads confusion. On social media, everyone portrays their life as perfect, which is just an illusion. When we constantly see these unrealistic things, a strong feeling of FOMO is created, making us feel like we are being left behind. This comparative stress directly impacts our self-confidence and increases mental anxiety. Digital Addiction – Rahu always promotes excess and addiction. Likes, comments and shares on smartphones are no less than an addiction in our lives. This addiction forces you to pick up your phone again and again, making you a victim of digital addiction. This addiction can destroy your ability to concentrate and also take away your sleep and peace of mind. Rahu is a shadow planet which takes us away from reality. In the digital age, the virtual world where we spend most of our time is taking us away from real life, just like Rahu. Sometimes, we move away from relationships, responsibilities and even happy moments.
What to do and how to avoid it
To get rid of the glare of the digital world and confusion, stress and lack of sleep caused by Rahu, you can try some easy solutions.
To reduce the inauspicious effects of Rahu, chant the mantra “Om Rahve Namah” 108 times.
Wake up early in the morning, do Surya Namaskar, and walk barefoot on grass or soil for some time.
Keep a digital fast one day a week. That means, take a break from your phone for a day.
