How To Get Stress Relief Instantly

In my line of work in the alternative health industry, I have noticed a common theme in the lives of some very powerful healers. In the most beautiful way, these powerful healers are heart-centered and quite self-less. The flip side of this can lead to caring ONLY for others and not giving much attention to themselves. Burnout is a very serious issue for these desperately needed healers. This is why I am always reminding people of how important it is to take some time out for themselves each and every day, no matter how busy the day seems to be. If this sounds at all familiar to you, I’d like to remind you of three important things: 1.) Like attracts like, 2.) There are quick and easy ways to take time out for yourself, and 3.) If you’re stressed, you won’t be as helpful to others as you can be.

Like attracts like. Where have you heard that before? “As you sow, so shall you reap,” and so many other famous quotes could be inserted here. It all basically comes down to what you put out in the world comes back to you—always. If you are stressed, you’ll keep getting more of the same—for yourself AND the clients or friends or co-workers in your day to day life. The people you meet or associate with will show signs of stress that you are feeling on a regular basis. However, if you begin by taking a few moments out for yourself, and you nurture and relax yourself on a regular basis, you will find the situations and circumstances in your life improve exponentially! Why? Because like attracts like—always—and when you are relaxed and centered you are better equipped to attract the ease you are magnificent at creating in your life.

“How can I think about ease when I’m stressed out and working frantically,” you ask? Easily. Take one minute at a time. If you’re super busy and on the go every day, schedule in a five-minute “ME” break on your calendar. Five minutes is very quick and everyone can do this easily. Maybe first thing in the morning could work for you, or during a lunch break at work, or while waiting for the bus or train. Five minutes listening to some beautiful, relaxing music, or a relaxation recording, or just simply taking conscious, deep breaths will give you enough relaxing space to rejuvenate yourself. I’d also like to point out that there may be some things you are already doing for yourself that you are putting in the “chore” category instead of the “ME” category. Things like exercising, eating a delicious meal, taking a shower, going to a movie, visiting a museum, and the list can go on and on. Think of these things as “rewards” for being you, and wonderful time out moments!

It’s always so easy to think of others when you are heart-centered. There are so many deserving people to love, nurture and care for. If all you do is take care of others (your children, spouse, friends, clients, co-workers, boss, relatives, etc.), and you leave no room in your life for you, you won’t nearly be as effective a caregiver as you could be. The healthier, stronger, more relaxed and centered you are, the more powerful you will be for your children, spouse, friends, clients, and so many others!

Remember: YOU are important, too. Here’s what I would point out: If you believe that others are deserving and important enough to care for, and that all people are expressions of the Universe (God, Creator, Goddess, etc.), could you believe that you, too, deserve love, support, and relaxation in your life? You are a part of this world and being stressed-out is NOT doing anyone any good, least of all you! Take the time for you, because you deserve it, and so does the world.

Kim for Hypno-Freedom

Thank the stars, the universe, God, Goddess, your higher self or whatever it is you thank, for Oprah. Oprah brings the world incredible insights and amazing bits of knowledge for anyone and everyone who would listen. She has just completed two shows dedicated to The Secret. The first show received so much attention by fans that she did a follow-up show. Apparently, the public-at-large is ready to begin hearing of such “secrets.”

So what is the secret? Quite simply, it’s the Law of Attraction. What you put out is what you’ll get back. Every major religion talks about it. Now, even science is proving it. The most amazing thing is that anyone can direct it, with the proper tools, of course.

And just what are the tools, you ask? First, you must be aware of it and have the right attitude. Next, you’ll need to believe it with all your being. And the last part is to be grateful for it, even if it’s not present yet.

As with most things, the first step is usually the hardest. Most people, even though they’ve heard biblical quotes many times over, don’t consistently live by, “as you sow, so shall ye reap.” It sounds good, but the practical application is usually never more than an afterthought. The Secret is telling and showing us that the Law of Attraction is in full force and effect each and every second! There is never a time when it is turned off — it is always working and we are always sending out a signal. So awareness is key.

But awareness is only the beginning. You must also apply the right attitude. If you just give a cursory glance at this Law, and then dismiss it as having nothing to do with your life, then you’ve picked up an attitude of close-mindedness. This is quite prevalent in the U.S. and something that needs to change if we are to live in peace. The most helpful attitude for yourself and the world is one of open-mindedness and curiosity. It’s not about believing everything you hear or read, it’s about discovering new things and ideas and being open to learning about them. You can decide later what they mean to you personally.

Which brings us to the part about belief. When you are attempting to change your life for the better, and you’re using the Law of Attraction, one of the important tools is to believe that which you want is already with you, because it is! Look around you right now. Everything that you can see, you attracted to you. If you say you want a million dollars, and you don’t yet have a million dollars in your bank account, then the signal you’re sending out is not in alignment with a million dollars — YET! Now, change your mind right now to believe that you have a million dollars. Feel what that would feel like for you, see yourself with a million dollars, in a million dollar lifestyle, hear the sounds, and experience it! Congratulations! You just successfully put yourself into a million dollar vibration. And that’s what you need to do on a consistent basis. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it’s how millions are attracted.

As you’re putting yourself into that million dollar vibration, the last important piece is to be fully grateful for it as if it were here right now. Thank whatever entity you thank, and be fully of love and joy! It’s fun to imagine and easy to be grateful for such joy. Think about all the things and people already in your life that you are grateful for. If they disappeared tomorrow, would you still be grateful that they were a part of your life even though they are no longer physically present? It’s the same thing, only in reverse. Be thankful FIRST, and it will show up all the faster.

Our lives are filled with things that are intangible. The energy that constantly surrounds us is real, and our personal power within that energy field is enormous — even more than we now know. Let’s start using the Law of Attraction to its fullest and highest potential. Let’s help Oprah create a beautiful world.

Kim

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Who among us has never felt remorse or guilt for something we have done? And who among us has never been at the receiving end of a cruel or thoughtless act? Whether by accident or on purpose, we have all felt both guilt and hurt. In our western world, we have been taught to think in terms of blame and fault. With our heavy-handed legal system, blame and fault are at its heart. We even use the word “responsibility” as if it means “blame” or “fault.” But it doesn’t, in my book.

In my many years of practicing hypnotherapy, teaching and workshop leading, I have come across some individuals who are offended when I speak of responsibility. They protest by stating things like, “No one would choose to be hurt!” Or they defend victim mentality by saying, “It’s not their fault they live in a dangerous neighborhood!” While these issues are serious, and worth exploring for anyone who finds themselves in those situations, they are more about the vibration of the individual than anything else.

So just what is my definition of responsibility? Responsibility is the manner in which you feel about yourself, others, the world, and any particular situation and the actions you take regarding them all. It’s about you and you alone and your integrity in dealing with situations in the world.
The way you feel about something is giving you a clue as to what vibration you are in. Everything in this world and universe is made up of vibration. There are higher vibrations, like laughter and happiness, and there are lower vibrations, like anger and jealousy. Ultimately, you are responsible for the vibration you are in at all times. There is truly no such thing as someone who can make you feel a certain way. Only you can allow yourself to feel that certain way. If you are happy and have a healthy mind set, if someone where to call you a name or lash out against you unjustly, you would know that the incident was not a reflection of you but of the person who lashed out. You would realize that you are not what they called you and you would ultimately remain happy.

Actions are also the responsibility of each individual and certainly reflect the vibration of the person creating the action. Someone who is happy and secure with himself will produce actions that are in alignment with that outlook. Somone who is unhappy and even angry with himself might take it out on the world with angry actions towards himself and/or others.

So what is blame? Blame is victim-hood. Blame is giving your free will and responsibility away to someone or something else. Our western laws are set up with this victim mentality, but that does not mean it’s the truth. The truth is that we are responsible for our thoughts, feelings, and actions in the world and there is no room for blaming in that equation.

A wise soul once said to me, “The difference between a child and an adult is an adult can choose how he or she wants to feel.” So what side of the coin are you on: blame or responsibility? The choice is all yours.

Kim for Hypno-Freedom

Oh how avoidance creates undo stress! To grab the will by the horns and face that which you have been avoiding is to claim your birthright and stand fully empowered. There is virtually nothing in this world that can create stress when we stand fully in our power.

To admit rather than deny, to love rather than scorn, to face the light of day and proclaim that no longer will victimhood be a part of this life is to stand fully empowered. Love is your birthright as is abundance. Stand firmly, be centered and grounded, remain in this body primarily and not even thought can shake you from the path you are on.

Have you ever had a dream where you were being chased by some unknown, but certainly nefarious entity? Did you search for places to hide? Did you run into dead-ends? Did the fear build and build until it was just too much to bear? Running on empty, fear flowing from every cell of your being, what if you just stopped and turned to face what chases? Did you notice that the object of terror stopped, too? And maybe it just looked at you, as you looked at it. And then it did something you never would have dreamed—it disappeared! Vanished! Poof! It released. And all you had to do was stop whatever it was YOU were doing and face it.
Stand now empowered my friends and know that you are assisted on this journey. We reach now across space and time and give you the congratulations and love you deserve for standing and taking your power back now.

Your path is your own to choose as you will. Turn and face what chases. When you align your heart and divine will, you are unshakable.

Kim and Shawn
www.hypno-freedom.com

I’ll let you in on a little secret. It’s so secret that it’s obvious (a secrect is always safest from large-scale public attention when it is kept right in front of the public’s nose). And of course, like all truths, it is quite simple in concept and quite difficult in execution. Here, then, is the secret: In order to maintain health and harmony in this life, one must achieve a healthy balance of action and rest. Our modern world is structured around movement and action: hence, the popularity of “fast food.” Our modern world problem is not one of inaction, but of stressed-out humans who are out of balance and do not know the meaning, let alone the mechanism of rest and relaxation.

One thing we need to remember when faced with the stresses of this world is that anyone alive today, or anyone who has ever lived on this earth, has faced everyday living stress. WE ARE NOT ALONE IN THIS! As humans, we tend to think that we’re the only one going through a given situation, and that’s just not true. Everyone faces stress and feels the effects of having to act in a fast-paced manner. The only real differene between humans is HOW they react to the stress.

Let’s take a look at one person who is faced with a stressful situation. Let’s say this person reacts by tightening up, tensing all muscle groups (even one’s they didn’t eve know they had!), and they begin to scream and yell. Their blood pressure rises, they feel awful, they are angry, tense and they have a bad day for the rest of the day.

Now let’s go to another person in the same stressful situation as the first person, but instead of reacting with anger and knee-jerk assumptions, this second person listens, takes a deep breath, and steps back metaphorically from the situation. This person stops and takes a moment to gather all the thoughts and emotions that are swirling all around the situation. They see and feel that a knee-jerk reaction would only fuel the situation, so instead, they choose to breathe and wait. By doing this, they have a chance to look at the big picture, and not take it so personally. They ultimately decide that they do not wish to feel awful, angry, or tense, and they go on to have a great day!

So maintaining health and harmony is a matter of choice. It’s just that the first person might not realize his or her actions were a choice. Even knee-jerk reactions are a choice and it’s this type of crazed choice of action that has lead us into a society of fast-paced, fast food eating, action junkies.

Action is important. It is part of the balance of health and harmony. But it is healthy action, thoughful action, balanced action that is the key. In the case of the second person’s scenario, they took a moment to stop. That was an action! In stopping, they were able to gather and access the whole, and get the big picture. This, in turn, leads to relaxation and stress release.

The only way to fully access serenity is to let go. Start by letting go of control over a situation. You do this by stopping and stepping back, even if only for a moment. Within this moment of release, you may be able to grasp the big picture, and once that occurs, you will be truly free of the stress. Don’t worry if it doesn’t happen right away for you, just keep stopping and stepping back (in other words, stop talking, or yelling, and listen and watch instead). Let go of being “right” and just listen. Most of the time, the situation will resolve itself if just one person lets go of holding the negative energy.

You’ll know when you are in serenity because your sense of fulfilment will be great. The situation will feel complete and you will be able to turn your attention to other, happier things. Even if a stressful situation is not resolved, you can stop feeding its energy by simply deciding how you want to feel! If you don’t want to feel bad, then decide that you do want to feel good and happy, then act on feeling good and happy!

The choice is yours and it’s simple yet profound. You have the power to change the world—that is the gift of being human. Health and harmony is within you and you are holding the key.

Kim Markison
Hypno-Freedom

Are you among the many who will be making a journey this holiday season? If so, just to be on the safe side, here are three tips that are essential to reduce the chance of a frazzled nervous system.

First and foremost, drink plenty of water the day before and the day of travel. You want to prepare your body for the dehydrating travails of travel. Our bodies are made up of mostly water, so not hydrating properly before travel is to add insult to injury. Make sure the water is of high quality. Without going into it too much here, you must have an excellent water filtration system (note: you won’t find the best water filter in any store) so that your end product is structured, “living” water. Another hint: water that is packaged in a plastic bottle is NOT healthy. No self-respecting water company would package water in a plastic bottle. Drink your own filtered water and find a filter that you can travel with.

The second tip is BREATHE! Whenever you think about it, take slow, deep breaths. Breathing, as well as being a necessity of life, is also an art form and a very powerful healing tool. There are many methods of breathing to lower the blood pressure and slow the heart rate, thereby reducing or even eliminating stress levels. When you are in the act of breathing properly, you automatically sit or stand taller with your shoulders back, so that your lungs can fill more fully. This is also a quick way to get grounded and centered. The great thing about breathing is that you can do it anywhere and at any time! One great technique is to inhale for seven seconds and immediately exhale for seven seconds, without holding your breath inbetween. This is called “circular” breathing.

The third and final tip for reducing travel stress is to bring something that you love with you. It could be a great book, or fantastic music, or a person! Keep reminding yourself of the good in your life, and how much the good things help to calm and comfort you. Unless you love your work and it’s relaxing for you, let it go and feel free to focus on something you love and appreciate. There are going to be great opportunities for exploring these cherished things (if you’re flying, for example, you may encounter lines at the ticket counter, waiting in the lounge area before boarding, sitting on the runway, and of course, in flight, among other times).

The key to stress-reduction or elimination is your attitude. If you view your travel time as an opportunity, you are on your way to a great experience. And if you bring your smile and sense of humor with you, you’ll be traveling in excellent company. May your journey be safe, healthy, and joyous!

Kim for HypnoFreedom

This past weekend, I found myself in a shopping mall with about a million other busy people, each one on their own private mission. My mission was to buy a birthday present. As I walked the harried halls of the mall, I couldn’t help thinking of bees in a hive.

Luckily, the store I had singled out in my quest for the present wasn’t quite as crowded as the others I had just past. A sales associate named Linda approached me to ask if she could help. I told her of my mission and she was able to rattle off some great recommendations to solve my problem. Within minutes, I had accomplished my mission, and all I had to do was ask! As I waited for my package to be wrapped, I had a chance to relax and I found I had even more in common with this particular sales associate.

The conversation came around to careers, and when I told Linda that, among other things, I create Hypnotherapy CDs and conduct sessions, she told me that she worked in a physical therapist’s office during the week (the mall was her weekend job). They believe in the mind-body connection and that modalities like Hypnotherapy are extremely important. Here I was, in main-stream America, in the middle of a suburban shopping mall, talking about alternative healing!

Yes, we are truly getting there, making headway through the grassroots channels. More and more people are questioning our nation’s standard solution, “just take a pill,” and looking around for a better solution, one that could actually address the root cause of the problem.

The frenzy in the mall instantly lessened for me. It was as if someone turned the dial down, and the hum of the people on their missions had diminished. Everywhere I looked I saw smiling faces and healthy attitudes. I had created my own world of fun and festivity, instead of stress and frenzy! All it took was focusing on what brings me joy (the fact that I can find like-minded indivuduals ANYWHERE).

So just when you think you’re surrounded by frenzied energy and there’s no escape, think again, and you just might find it where you least expect it.

Kim for HypnoFreedom