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Posted on February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 by admin

STOP Anxiety: 3 Simple Steps

Anxiety the Good, the Bad and the UGLY

Anxiety can be a normal part of life. In the short term, stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol can be helpful. For example, you may have felt anxiety before a deadline or in a job interview. Anxiety can help you overcome fears and obstacles by increasing your heart rate, focus, and concentration. These stress hormones are designed to be in the body for a short time to keep us safe, not to persist long-term.

However, when anxiety becomes too intense or lasts too long, persistent exposure to these stress hormones can have devastating effects on our physical and mental health.

Anxiety: The Bad

Persistent anxiety can lead to several negative effects on the body:

Sense of doom and difficulty concentrating
Panic attacks
Depression, including feelings of helplessness, loss of interest, and social withdrawal
Headaches due to constant worry
Irritability
Pounding heart and rapid, shallow breathing
Loss of libido
Upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea
Extreme fatigue and sleep issues

Anxiety: The Ugly

Chronic exposure to stress hormones can worsen symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and depression, and lead to serious health problems affecting immunity, heart, and digestive systems.

High and prolonged levels of stress hormones reduce our immunity and ability to heal. It’s crucial to maintain relaxation and calmness to increase feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine, enhancing the body’s healing power.

Chronic anxiety can also lead to heart issues, high blood pressure, digestive problems, and IBS, placing significant stress on our heart and digestive systems.

Three Steps to Find Relief from Anxiety

Here are three steps to combat the negative effects of anxiety:

Step 1: Develop Body Awareness

Developing body awareness involves learning to recognize when our body is under stress. This may require practicing meditation or mindfulness to understand what relaxation feels like amidst stress symptoms. Recognizing stress signals allows us to take timely action.

Step 2: Take Deep, Slow Breaths

When anxiety strikes, immediately take slow, deep core breaths. Repeat as needed. This simple practice can provide instant relief from anxiety symptoms, preparing the mind and body for further steps. Why? Because our subconscious mind believes that it is impossible to be in a state of fear while breathing into your core. The simple act of breathing into your core, TRICKS mind and body that you are calm. You are literally taking back control of your life!

Step 3: Address the Source of Anxiety

Depending on the type of anxiety, consider walking away to a safe, calm space, taking a walk for clarity, or talking out the stress. Face the source of anxiety by asking questions like: What is causing this anxiety? What aspects can I control? Facing fears often diminishes anxiety.

Practice these steps and observe how they work for you.

For more tips, check out my other blog:

“Five Steps to Stop the ‘What Ifs’”

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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”

I am members of these associations:

Toastmaster member since 2014 / currently officer of local club

International Certification Board for Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH)

National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH)

Posted on January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 by admin

5 Powerful Steps to STOP the ‘What If’s’

LIVE EMPOWERED!!!

Would you like to feel calm and empowered most of the time? If you could alleviate stress, anxiety, and the constant ‘what if’s’ with a few simple steps, would that pique your interest? If so, read on as I share my straightforward method to combat these worries.

My Story

I come from high general anxiety. These 5 steps I will be sharing, I use everytime worry, stress or anxiety disturb my peace. They work for me and I trust they will work for you as well.

Understanding Fear: False Evidence Appearing Real

When stress and anxiety grip you, it often stems from a fear of future outcomes that may never materialize. Remember, fear is often just ‘False Evidence Appearing Real’ (FEAR). When confronted, it usually dissipates, revealing its true nature.

Step 1: Deep Abdominal Breathing

Start by calming yourself with deep abdominal breaths. Breathe into your core, allowing your abdomen to expand with each breath. Continue this slow, deliberate breathing, letting your chest rise as your lungs fill completely. Repeat this process three to five times to signal your subconscious to switch from stress to a sense of safety and calm.

Step 2: Awareness and Assessment

Once you begin to feel calmer, become aware of the source of your stress. Is it real, or is it an imagination? What’s the worst-case scenario, and how likely is it to actually happen? Determine what you can control versus what you cannot. What steps can I take now? These questions often help diminish fear’s grip.

Step 3: Envision Your Desired Outcome

Shift your focus to what you truly desire. Visualize your desired outcome vividly—imagine it in full detail, like watching a vibrant movie. Disregard the thought that your desired outcome will never happen…Imagine it anyway. With the movie playing in your mind’s eye…see, hear, and feel the scenario as if it’s happening now. Embrace the positive emotions this visualization brings. Experience it completely with all the senses.

Step 4: Add Emotion: Love and Gratitude

Infuse your envisioned outcome with powerful emotions like love and gratitude. Feel as if you already have achieved this outcome. Your subconscious mind cannot distinguish between reality and imagination, so by feeling grateful for your desired outcome, you prime yourself to attract it into your life.

Step 5: Reinforce and Repeat

Whenever negative thoughts resurface, interrupt them with a firm “STOP!” Then immediately replay your envisioned positive outcome, complete with the emotions of love and gratitude. Repeat this process consistently to retrain your mind towards empowerment, calmness, and peace.

Conclusion

By following these 5 Steps to Stop the ‘What If’s’, you can rewire your brain for success and emotional resilience. Practice these steps whenever worries arise, and watch as your mindset shifts towards calm, confidence and empowerment.

Ready to transform your life? Hypnotherapy can guide you on this empowering journey. Let’s connect and create the life you deserve.

Schedule your free consultation today.

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International Certification Board for Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH)

National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH)

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Posted on January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 by admin

5 Steps to Let Go and Thrive

Letting go of emotional baggage can feel overwhelming, but it’s also one of the most transformative actions you can take. When you release what no longer serves you, you open the door to peace, happiness, and the fulfillment you deserve.

In this guide, I’ll share five powerful steps that will help you let go, thrive, and create the life you’ve always desired. These techniques are proven to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take control of your emotional well-being. Start your journey today—because you deserve a life of calm, confidence, and limitless potential.

Step 1: Cultivate Self-Awareness
Self-awareness is the cornerstone of emotional freedom. It allows you to identify and understand your emotions, triggers, and patterns so you can take the first step toward letting go.

How to Practice Self-Awareness:

Daily Check-Ins: Spend 5 minutes reflecting on your emotions. Ask, “What am I feeling right now, and why?”
Mindfulness Techniques: Use deep breathing or body scans to ground yourself in the present moment. Follow up with reflective questions like, “Is this within my control?” or “What can I do to feel empowered right now?”

When you become aware of what’s holding you back, you can start to address it with clarity and purpose.

Step 2: Embrace Acceptance and Forgiveness

Acceptance is about making peace with your experiences, while forgiveness allows you to release resentment and regret. Together, they pave the way for emotional freedom and growth.

Tools for Acceptance and Forgiveness:

Write a Forgiveness Letter: Express your feelings in a letter to yourself or someone else, even if you don’t send it. Writing is a powerful tool for release.
Use Affirmations: Repeat positive affirmations like, “I release the past and embrace peace,” to reinforce your intention to move forward.

By letting go of blame, you create space for peace and a brighter future.

Step 3: Harness the Power of Journaling

Journaling is a therapeutic way to explore your emotions and uncover hidden patterns. It’s a safe space to release feelings and gain insights into your emotional landscape.

Journaling Tips:

Power Journaling: Spend 10 minutes writing whatever comes to mind without judgment. This uncensored process often reveals surprising insights.
Power Journaling with Prompts: Use prompts like, “What am I ready to release?” or “What’s holding me back?” to focus your journaling on growth and healing.

Learn more here with my Power Journal Cheat Sheet

Step 4: Practice Mindful Meditation and Self-Hypnosis

Mindful meditation grounds you in the present moment, while self-hypnosis helps rewire subconscious beliefs. Together, these practices create clarity, calm, and a powerful path to emotional release.

Steps to Begin:

Mindful Meditation: Focus on your breath, noticing your senses and feelings without judgment. Ask yourself, “Do I want to hold onto this feeling? What would it look like to let go?” “What would it feel like?”
Guided Meditations: Listen to meditations specifically designed to help you release emotional baggage and achieve your goals.

By visualizing the life you desire with the emotion of achieving the desire, you align your subconscious with your intentions, making transformation possible.

Step 5: Prioritize Self-Care

Self-care is essential for emotional well-being. It strengthens your resilience, helping you manage challenges and maintain balance.

Self-Care Ideas:

Reconnect with Nature: Spend time outdoors and let the natural world soothe your spirit. Observe the beauty around you and feel the calming energy.
Set Healthy Boundaries: Evaluate your activities and relationships. Ask yourself, “Does this bring me joy?” If not, consider reducing or removing it from your life.

By taking care of yourself, you build a foundation for lasting emotional health and freedom.be the best YOU to the most important activities.

Take the First Step Towards Emotional Freedom

Letting go is not a single act—it’s a journey. By following these five steps, you empower yourself to release the past and step into a brighter, more intentional future.

Ready to transform your life? Hypnotherapy can guide you on this empowering journey. Let’s connect and create the life you deserve. Schedule your free consultation today.

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

I look for ways to empower my clients, to find and unlock their own inner healer. Once this power is found and unleashed, a life of intention, awareness and harmony can unfold.

I am members of these associations:

Toastmaster member of Speakeasy 9797 since 2014 / currently officer of local club

International Certification Board for Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH)

National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH)