438. Dua for Stress and Overthinking
Dua for Stress in Arabic
اَللَّهُ رَبِّي لَا أُشْرِكُ بِهِ شَيْئًا
Dua for Stress English Transliteration
Allahu Rabbee laa 'ushriku bihi shay'an
Dua for Stress English Translation
Allah is my Lord. I do not associate anything with Him.
Ayesha (RA) said, "The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), used to gather all his family together and say: If any of you are ever in trouble or in danger, say this."
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بِشْرٍ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، جَمِيعًا عَنْ عَبْدِ الْعَزِيزِ بْنِ عُمَرَ بْنِ عَبْدِ الْعَزِيزِ، حَدَّثَنِي هِلاَلٌ، مَوْلَى عُمَرَ بْنِ عَبْدِ الْعَزِيزِ عَنْ عُمَرَ بْنِ عَبْدِ الْعَزِيزِ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ جَعْفَرٍ، عَنْ أُمِّهِ، أَسْمَاءَ ابْنَةِ عُمَيْسٍ قَالَتْ عَلَّمَنِي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ كَلِمَاتٍ أَقُولُهُنَّ عِنْدَ الْكَرْبِ " اللَّهُ اللَّهُ رَبِّي لاَ أُشْرِكُ بِهِ شَيْئًا " .
It was narrated that Asma’ bint ‘Umais said: “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) taught me some words to say at times of distress: Allah! Allahu Rabbi la ushriku bihi shay’an (Allah, Allah is my Lord, I do not associate anything with Him).” [Sahih (Albani). Ibn Majah: 3882]
Benefits of Dua for Protection from Magic and Evil (Surah Baqarah)
This ayah from Surah Baqarah gives Muslims a strong shield against black magic, evil, and harm, reminding hearts that only Allah’s will can bring safety and peace in every home.
- Surah baqarah ayat 102 keeps black magic and jadu ka ilaj away by Allah’s will.
- Harut and Marut story warns Muslims to stay away from magic and evil acts.
- Nabi Sulaiman’s name in this dua for protection brings Barakah and safety.
- Reciting this dua for protection from jinn and harm keeps families safe at home.
- Belief in Allah’s power from surah al baqarah grows Iman and Amal in Muslims.
When to Recite Dua When Stressed
This dua when stressed is a simple way to remember Allah, find Barakah, and keep your Iman strong when your mind is full, you feel lost, or you need peace in your heart.
- After feeling heavy with overthinking, use the dua when stressed for calmness.
- When anxiety comes, repeat this dua for stress and overthinking to ease your mind.
- Before starting your day, recite this dua for peace of mind and trust in Allah.
- In difficult times, turn to this anxiety dua to remove stress and keep your Amal pure.
- After every namaz, make this dua at difficult times to keep your heart close to Allah.
How to perform Dua for Stress and Overthinking
This dua when stressed is a simple Muslim prayer that helps calm your mind and heart. It reminds you that Allah is your only Lord and brings peace, Barakah, and hope in times of overthinking or worry.
- When your mind is full of thoughts, quietly say this dua for overthinking and trust Allah.
- After every Fard salah, recite this dua for stress to keep your heart at peace.
- If you feel fear or anxiety, softly read this dua for anxiety and fear for comfort.
- While alone at night, use this dua for peace of mind and ask Allah to remove your stress.
- Before going to bed, repeat this dua to remove stress and anxiety and get Barakah.
Summary
The dua when stressed, Allahu Rabbee laa ushriku bihi shay'an, is a simple Islamic dua for peace of mind and overthinking. This masnoon dua reminds every Muslim to trust only Allah and not join anyone with Him, even in times of worry or fear.
Saying this dua for stress and overthinking brings calm and Barakah to the heart. It is a strong Amal for those facing anxiety or hard days. The main lesson is to keep Iman strong and know that Allah alone can remove all stress and give real peace.