Here are the three things that I benefit from a mindful practice and they are not listed in any order of importance.
1, Reduction of Stress and Anxiety- I feel myself entering the fret-land and I take a breath* and then go to my breath awareness** in mindfulness
*(The breath I take is a deep belly breath breathing into my core and continuing until my chest rises completely. This is a full breath)
**(Breath awareness is a type of mindful breathing meditation moment where I am just aware of my breathing. No changing or casting judgment, just awareness) See my mindful breathing meditation audio here for more information.
2. Mental Clarity- being in a mindful moment brings clarity and creativity.
While being mindful, it is nearly impossible to be feeling anxious or stressed. So your body is now producing feel good hormones like dopamine and serotonin.
You are feeling good, calm and happy. When you are in this state your mind is receiving good oxygen flow and it is now clear and creative. A clear and creative mindset is the best state to see the problem as it really is and to determine a calm and constructive path out. Which lead to the 3rd and final benefit I receive from mindfulness.
3. Peace and Balance- when I have that feeling that I am just overwhelmed or torn in too many directions, mindfulness just brings me peace and balance.
Mindfulness allows me to face the silent stress and anxiousness that ride under my awareness. In the past, I would let them ride, afraid to face them. Now, I face them and see them for what they are False Evidence Appearing Real (FEAR). After I face them, they mostly disappear. The ones still remaining are dealt with most effectively using clarity and creativity. That’s Mindfulness. What can I say; mindfulness has allowed me to become addicted to feeling peaceful and balanced.
Want more information on how to deal with stress and anxiety? See my blog: “5 Steps to Stop the ‘What Ifs’ and Increase your Power and Peace”
You might also like my audio “Mindful Breathing Meditation”. It is a guided meditation to the mindful breathing meditation I use to remain or restore a state of mindfulness.
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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)
Mindfulness: 3 ways to reduce stress and create a life of health and wellness
Who has stress? Who has anxiety? Who is living with stress and anxiety and may not be aware of it? May seem like a ridiculous question. When I was first told of my, pass high general anxiety, I was in denial. I thought it was my life. I thought everyone felt this way? Not everyone feels this way and you don’t have to anymore either. I first began using mindfulness for anxiety, although mindfulness is so much more. When I first learned about mindfulness, I would get so stressed that I just couldn’t think. I knew I needed to do something and nothing would come to mind or so many things came to mind; I couldn’t determine which thing to do first. Can you relate? In that moment, I would think, I should meditate on this, NO; I don’t have the time for that and continue to circle and freeze into the abyss of Fret and Over-thinking Ville . What if, in just a moment, you could escape from fret land and slide into and area of calmness and peace? what would that feel like?
What is mindfulness
Let’s take a moment to define Mindfulness
Mindfulness is: Our basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing. It is already inside you. You have access anytime and my favorite part…anywhere.
Oxford dictionary definition is: mind·ful·ness:
1.the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something:
2.a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.
Mindfulness is just that, being mindful, which means, that the mind is fully aware to what’s happening and what you are doing at that moment. That might seem easy to be fully aware, accept for when our mind naturally thinks thousands of thoughts per minute or so it seems. When that happens, we are now off in ‘what if’ land thinking about some imaginary scenario that most likely will not happen, but seems so real, we are now in full anxiousness and fret.
But have no fear, mindfulness is here. Mindfulness is wherever you are. It just requires a little awareness and practice.
Why should I care about mindfulness? What’s in it for me?
There are so many benefits to mindfulness. I wrote my 3 favorite benefits. You can read it here: (see link below)…..After practicing mindfulness…I wonder what your favorite benefits will be?
My 3 Benefits to Mindfulness
My 3 Benefits of Mindfulness Practice:
Here are the three things that I benefit from a mindful practice and they are not listed in any order of importance.
1.Reduction of Stress and Anxiety – I feel myself entering the fret-land and I take a breath and then go to my breath awareness in mindfulness
2. Mental Clarity – being in a mindful moment brings clarity and creativity. Even now, I will be experiencing a little anxiety of how I should be use my day and I will doubt the effectiveness of just a few minutes of mindfulness. Then, I set my 10 min timer and enter the calming, creative world of mindfulness where all the answers magically appear. I am now calm, confident and have my agenda set. It’s amazing!
3. Peace and Balance – when I have that feeling that I am just overwhelmed or torn in too many directions, mindfulness just brings me peace.
What can I say; I am now addicted to feeling peaceful and balanced.
What is mindful awareness?
I mentioned before that practicing mindfulness just requires awareness and practice.
Once you catch yourself in fret land, that’s Awareness,….STOP and remember. You can restore peacefulness to yourself. This is your basic human right and you have the power to be at peace. You deserve this!
Now…enter into mindfulness.
Here are 3 basic ways to practice mindfulness:
Take a stroll – Take a walk anywhere safe. Sure nature is awesome, beautiful and relaxing but it doesn’t have to be that to receive the benefits. A walk in your safe neighborhood will work. While on your walk, take in the experience with all your senses. As you are strolling, be aware of what you see and how it makes you feel. What do you hear and how does that make you feel? What do you smell and what are you feeling now, etc.
Notice everything is about what is going on inside, your experience. When you focus on the inside, it is very difficult to be anxious about what is happening on the outside.
Mindfulness can be practiced with your first cup of coffee, tea or beverage. As you sit down with your morning beverage, be with it for a moment. What do you notice first and how does that make you feel? What do you notice second and what are you feeling? If it hot, perhaps you can feel the heat and observe the steam and smell the flavor. Then take a sip and again what do you notice and what are you feeling?
I wonder how your day would change for the better when starting it with mindfulness?
Mindful Breathing Meditation – My favorite mindful practice. It literally change my life. This is where I am being aware of my breath. Not trying to change it in anyway, just being aware of how I breathe. Perhaps, I am noticing the muscles used, or the sound, frequency or rhythm or what do you notice? Doesn’t matter what you notice, it only matters that you are being aware and how it makes you feel.
Want to practice mindfulness, but don’t have time for a walk or a beverage handy? You always have your breath and it only takes a moment.
Mindful Breathing Meditation can be a meditation on its own of a starter for self-hypnosis, goal centered or manifesting meditation or ??? The possibilities are endless.
Mindfulness: who has time for it? Well, we can stay in fret and over-thinking land and be anxious and stressed out or take a moment, and it is only a moment, to be mindful. In that moment, peace, clarity and confidence will return. Who has time for it?
I Do! Do You?
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Hi, let me share a bit about myself. Around 13 years ago, I discovered the incredible potential of the mind, body and spirit. I was introduced to Reiki, a powerful energy healing system. My initial experience with hypnosis occurred when I was sitting in an office chair, casually leaning against the wall with the intent of removing a lifelong fear. In this 20 minute session my lifelong fear, panic really, of floating on my back in a pool disappeared. In one session, my fear was gone.
That led me to become certified in hypnotherapy through HMI (Hypnosis Motivation Institute) an accredited college of hypnotherapy. Now, as a Reiki master and hypnotherapist, I am excited to offer Reiki infused hypnotherapy for your ultimate success.
I am dedicated to empowering my clients by assisting them in uncovering and harnessing their innate healing abilities. By tapping into this source of power, they can lead a purposeful, mindful, and harmonious life. Through the powerful combination of Reiki and hypnosis, my clients are able to establish an intuitive connection and experience holistic healing.
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From Stuck to Productive: The Ultimate Guide to Beating Procrastination
We’ve all been there—staring at a to-do list, knowing what needs to be done, yet somehow finding a way to avoid it. Procrastination isn’t just about being lazy; it’s often a natural response to feeling overwhelmed, fearing failure, perfectionism, or even the way our brains naturally handle deadlines. The good news? There are simple and effective ways to overcome it!
As someone who has suffered from procrastination, I can tell you firsthand that you’re not alone—and that there are real, practical solutions that work. Let’s explore the two types of procrastination and the best ways to beat them.
The Two Types of Procrastination
Passive Procrastination – This happens when you want to start something but feel stuck. You just have this cloud of fear and dread all around you. Every time you think about the task or project it is just too big. And you instantly put it aside. Leaving you with a feeling of guilt. Sound familiar?
Active Procrastination – This occurs when you intentionally delay tasks because you believe you work better under pressure. While it can be productive, it often leads to last-minute stress and sometimes not your best work. Been there
Regardless of which type you experience (and it may be both at times!), there are simple strategies to help you take action.
Overcoming Passive Procrastination (When You Feel Stuck)
If you find yourself struggling to start, these techniques can help:
✅ The 5-Minute Rule (Just Start!) My Favorite Commit to working on a task for just five minutes. That’s it! Often, the hardest part is starting, and once you get going, momentum kicks in.
✅ Break Tasks into Tiny Steps Instead of writing “Finish report,” break it into smaller tasks: “Open laptop” → “Write one sentence” → “Write one paragraph.” Small steps make big tasks feel manageable.
✅ The “Ugly First Draft” Trick Perfectionism can keep us frozen. Give yourself permission to do a “bad” first version—you can refine it later. The key is getting something down! I once just journaled about the topic, writing anything and everything that came to mind. It was an awesome draft.
✅ Time-Boxing with a Timer Set a 30-minute timer and work on the task. This creates urgency and makes tasks feel less overwhelming.
✅ The 2-Minute Rule for Quick Wins If something takes two minutes or less, do it immediately. This keeps small tasks from piling up and helps build momentum.
✅ Reward Small Progress Instead of waiting until the task is 100% done, celebrate small wins. This builds motivation and keeps you going!
Overcoming Active Procrastination (For Last-Minute Rushers)
If you delay tasks because you think you work better under pressure, try these:
✅ Set Artificial Deadlines Create earlier due dates for yourself to avoid last-minute chaos. This keeps the sense of urgency without the stress of real-time crunching. This is my favorite for active procrastination.
✅ Use the Pomodoro Technique Work in focused 25- to 45-minute bursts with short breaks. This prevents burnout while keeping efficiency high.
✅ Create External Accountability Tell a friend, mentor, or colleague about your deadline. When others expect results, you’re more likely to stay on track.
✅ Shift Focus from Urgency to Importance Instead of relying on the pressure of a deadline, ask: “When would be the best time to do this for quality results?” This mindset shift can improve outcomes.
✅ Do Pre-Work to Make It Easier Start small—outline your project, write the first sentence or gather materials and research the project. Having something in place makes completing the task easier.
Final Thoughts: You’ve Got This!
Procrastination doesn’t mean you’re lazy or incapable—it’s just a habit that can be reshaped. Whether you tend to procrastinate out of fear (passive) or because you thrive under pressure (active), the key is awareness and simple action steps.
I personally use these tools, and I know they work. Try one today—just one—and see how it changes your productivity and mindset. You are capable, and these small steps will help you move forward with confidence!
Which one is your fav? Let me know !
Are you ready to use hypnotherapy to conquer procrastination and unleash productivity in your life? Schedule your FREE 15 min consultation call 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
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)
