Dua for Anxiety and Stress A Peaceful Path Through Islam

Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety and stress are common struggles. But as Muslims, we are gifted with a powerful tool: Dua. The words of Allah and the teachings of our Prophet ﷺ provide us with spiritual relief during mental and emotional hardships.

One of the most powerful Quranic duas for anxiety comes from Surah At-Tawbah (9:129):

حَسْبِيَ اللّٰهُ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَۚ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُۚ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ

Transliteration: Hasbiyallahu la ilaha illa Huwa, ‘alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-‘Arshil-‘Azim.

Translation: “Allah is sufficient for me. There is no deity except Him. I have placed my trust in Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.”

This dua for stress relief is short yet full of meaning. It reminds us that our reliance should always be on Allah. When you feel anxious or lost, reciting this verse helps your heart feel lighter and calmer.

Another powerful dua from the Sunnah that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to recite when stressed is:

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ

Transliteration: Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wal-‘ajzi wal-kasali, wal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa dhala‘id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.

Translation: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, weakness and laziness, cowardice and miserliness, the burden of debts and being overpowered by others.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)

This is a complete dua for peace of mind. It not only helps you with anxiety and stress, but also protects you from sadness, laziness, financial worries, and other mental burdens.

Here’s another short yet powerful dua that brings comfort in stressful times:

يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ

Transliteration: Ya Hayyu, Ya Qayyum, bi rahmatika astagheeth.

Translation: “O Ever-Living, O Sustainer, I seek relief through Your mercy.”

This Islamic dua for anxiety is easy to memorize and can be recited anytime—especially when you feel nervous or unsettled.

Another beautiful verse from the Quran that brings emotional strength is:

رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ إِلَيَّ مِنْ خَيْرٍ فَقِيرٌ

Transliteration: Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khayrin faqeer.
(Surah Al-Qasas, 28:24)

Translation: “My Lord, truly I am in need of whatever good You send down to me.”

This dua is a perfect way to call upon Allah when you feel low, helpless, or in need of peace and provision.

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 How to Use These Duas

• Recite them in sujood (prostration) while praying.
• Say them after Fajr and Maghrib salah, when duas are more likely to be accepted.
• Whisper them during moments of anxiety, fear, or panic.
• Print them out or save them as your phone’s wallpaper for daily reminders.

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Final Reminder

Allah says in the Quran:

“أَلَا بِذِكْرِ اللَّهِ تَطْمَئِنُّ الْقُلُوبُ”
(Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:28)
“Indeed, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.”

When you feel anxious, don’t suffer in silence. Recite these duas for stress and anxiety, trust in Allah’s mercy, and let His words guide you to peace.