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Posted on May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 by admin

Grief Isn’t Linear: Be Kind to Yourself While Healing

By Art Kuhns – Breaking Day Hypnotherapy

Grief is one of life’s most universal experiences—and yet it’s often one of the most misunderstood. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a pet, a job, or even a dream, grief shows up in our lives in deeply personal ways. And still, many of us feel pressure to rush through it or “stay strong” for others.

But the truth is: grief isn’t linear. And healing takes time, space, and, above all, compassion.

When I Forgot How to Grieve

A few years ago, I lost my mother in February. There wasn’t much time to process what had happened. I had services to plan, a house to clean out, and console my sister, who was facing her own serious health challenges. I pushed my emotions aside and focused on what needed to be done.

Just a few months later, my sister passed away as well.

By then, I had become so good at suppressing my emotions that I realized something painful, I didn’t know how to grieve anymore. I was stuck in survival mode, disconnected from my own heart.

Thankfully, some kind people reminded me of something simple yet profound:

“Be kind to yourself. It’s okay to feel.”

The Healing Power of Allowing

When I began giving myself permission to feel, something surprising happened.

The sadness would rise up like a wave then drift away. I found that when I stopped resisting my emotions, they didn’t last as long or weigh as heavily. Sometimes guilt or regret would surface. In those moments, I learned to gently redirect my thoughts to a positive memory. A moment of laughter. A time of love.

Slowly, the grief softened. And in its place, something else began to grow, gratitude.

Now, when memories of my mom or sister arrive, they bring warmth. I smile and say, “Hi Mom” or “Hey Sis.” I imagine them watching over me. It feels like a quiet connection that still exists, and it leaves me feeling peaceful.

Grief Doesn’t Need to Be Fixed—It Needs to Be Felt

If you’re going through grief right now, I want to remind you:

You don’t have to rush your healing.
You don’t need to have it all together.
And you’re allowed to feel everything, anger, sadness, confusion, even moments of joy.

Let your heart unfold in its own time. Be kind. Be patient. Be present.

Let the Love Linger Longer Than the Loss

Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means honoring your emotions, your memories, and the love that remains.

If you’re feeling stuck in your grief—or just want someone to talk to—I’m here. I offer gentle, supportive tools like mindfulness, self-hypnosis, and guided meditation to help you move forward with peace and self-compassion.

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Hi, I’m Art Kuhns, the founder of Breaking Day Hypnotherapy. As a certified Hypnotherapist trained at the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) and a Reiki Master/Teacher, I specialize in energy healing. I believe in holistic healing that integrates mind, emotions, body, and spirit for comprehensive wellness. My approach combines Reiki-infused hypnotherapy to empower your journey towards ultimate success.

I’m proud to be a member of these associations:

Toastmaster member since 2014 / currently officer of local club (Speakeasy 9797)
International Certification Board for Clinical Hypnotherapist (ICBCH)
National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH)

Posted on May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 by admin

From Tired to Empowered: A Morning Routine That Actually Works

Do You Ever Wake Up Feeling Unmotivated?

We’ve all had those mornings — where you wake up with a heavy heart, wondering, “What’s the point of trying today?”

Not just physical tiredness, but emotional fatigue. The kind of feeling that seeps into your thoughts and makes your goals seem far away.

I’ve been there too. In fact, it happened to me recently. I woke up feeling flat and discouraged, and before I even got out of bed, I noticed a stream of negative self-talk quietly running in the background. It wasn’t even about my whole life, just one small area,but it had the power to poison my entire outlook.

That experience reminded me of something deeply important…

The Power of Awareness and Self-Talk

Our inner voice is incredibly powerful. It can either build us up or tear us down and often, we don’t even realize it’s happening.

That morning, something shifted.
I noticed the negative spiral starting… and in that awareness, I found a doorway to change.

I remembered that I didn’t need to fix everything right away.
I didn’t have to pretend to feel good.
What I needed was to simply be kind to myself.

That first act of self-compassion was all it took to soften the heaviness and create the space I needed to take my next step.

When You Feel Stuck, Try a Gentle Morning Reset

Over the years, I’ve created a simple 5-step morning routine to help shift energy on days like this. I think of it as a “toolbox”. You may not need every tool, every time, but there’s always one that helps.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, low or unmotivated in the morning, I invite you to try it. Choose one step or all five and let it meet you where you are.

🌅 5 Steps to Shift from Unmotivated to Empowered

1. Start with Self-Compassion

Begin your day with gentleness.
Say to yourself:

“It’s okay to feel this way. I don’t need to fix everything right now.”

When you release the pressure to feel better, you often begin to.

2. Create One Tiny Win

Do something small and achievable:

Drink a glass of water
Make your bed
Stretch for 30 seconds

Even the smallest success gives your mind and body a sense of movement.

3. Reconnect with What Matters

Ask yourself:

“What would help me feel more grounded today?”
“What small thing could bring peace or meaning?”
“Is there someone I want to show up for, even if that someone is me?”

This step shifts your mindset from pressure to purpose.

4. Move Gently

Physical movement naturally lifts mental energy.
Take a short walk, sway to music, or do a few stretches.
Let your body guide you toward momentum.

5. Begin a Mini Ritual

Create something comforting and consistent:

Light a candle
Play a favorite morning song
Speak a positive affirmation aloud

This becomes your daily anchor, a moment just for you.

From Slow Start to Empowered Day

If you’ve been feeling stuck or discouraged lately, please know this:
You are not broken. You are human.

We all have days that begin in stillness or struggle but those mornings can still lead to empowered, meaningful days. You don’t need to force motivation. Just begin gently.
Even one small step is enough to shift the energy.

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Hi, I am Art Kuhns Owner of Breaking Day Hypnotherapy.

I am a certified Hypnotherapist from Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) and a Reiki Master/ Teacher

My roots being in energy healing, I know that true healing is holistic. The healing must be Mind/Emotion, Body and Spiritual to be complete. My motto became, “Reiki Infused Hypnotherapy for your Ultimate Success”

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Toastmaster member since 2014 / currently officer of local club

International Certification Board for Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH)

National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH)

Posted on April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 by admin

Mindful Scrolling: How to Use Social Media Without Losing Your Peace

Have you ever logged off social media feeling more drained than inspired?

I used to scroll through my feeds without thinking much about it—until I realized those few minutes here and there were quietly affecting my mood, energy, and peace of mind. As someone who teaches mindfulness, I had to ask myself: What if I brought mindfulness into my digital life too?

What happened next completely transformed my experience online and improved my mood.

The Hidden Impact of Social Media

Social media is meant to help us feel connected—to share, learn, and engage with others. But without awareness, it’s easy to slip into auto-pilot scrolling. Before we know it, we’re comparing our lives to others, absorbing stressful content, or simply checking out emotionally.

That realization hit me during a particularly stressful week. I was more irritable than usual, and I couldn’t figure out why… until I started paying attention to how I felt during and after being online. I suddenly became aware that the time I spent on social media was negatively affecting my mood and my energy.

So It was time I made a change.

What I Learned Through Mindful Scrolling

Here are the mindful social media practices that made all the difference:

1. Pause Before You Open

Before I tap that social media app, I ask myself:
“Why am I here?”
Am I looking to connect and engage—or am I bored, anxious, or avoiding something?

If the answer isn’t connection, I pause, take a breath, and choose something else—like going for a walk or doing a quick meditation.

2. Check in With Your Feelings While Scrolling

Awareness is so important. As you are scrolling how are you feeling? Are you feeling lighter or heavier as you scroll? Sometimes, ten minutes in, I’d notice tension building in my chest. That’s my signal to pause and reset.

‘Mindfulness is about awareness. Simply noticing how you feel helps you stay in control of your emotional space’.

3. Create and Maintain Your Feed Like a Sacred Space

Your social feed is your mental environment, your mind space. This space has direct access to your energy. Your feed can lower your energy vibration or raise it. I want my feed to raise my vibration. When I find an account on social media that no longer raises my vibration or doesn’t resonate with me anymore, I unfollow, mute, or let it go.
Surround yourself with content that inspires, uplifts, or teaches. That’s digital wellness at its best.

4. Engage Intentionally

I used to hit “like” and move on. Now I leave thoughtful comments, share kind words, and celebrate others authentically.
True connection feels so much better than passive scrolling.

Why This Matters More Than Ever

Our emotions are energy and that energy affects not just our mind, but also our physical and spiritual well-being.
Every time we scroll without awareness, we invite in emotional clutter that can influence how we feel for the rest of the day.

But when we bring mindful awareness into our social habits, we protect our peace and even better, we begin to radiate it outward.

Let’s Make Social Media a More Mindful Space

Mindfulness isn’t just for meditation cushions and nature walks—it’s for every part of our life, including the digital world we engage with daily.

So here’s a gentle invitation: Next time you open a social app, ask yourself:
“Am I here to connect—or to escape?”
I Choose connection. I Choose intention. I Choose peace.

You’ll be amazed at how much better you will feel.

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BE LIMITLESS,

Art Kuhns