In this episode, Gina discusses the importance of being present for the process of relieving stress and anxiety. Gina points out undesirable factors that inhibit our stress and anxiety relief, including: attachment, excessive forward thinking (future focused), imaginary thoughts and negative expectations.Gina suggests four action steps to be in the present and cultivate mindfulness:1) Observe events without judging them (anxiety stems from judgment)2) Integrate mindfulness activities into your daily life (walking dog, mowing the lawn, gardening, at work... fully immerse yourself to what you are doing)3) Let go of expectations (expectations are often not positive)4) Mindfulness meditation (meditation fosters new default of being present)Grab an awesome audio book for FREE, like The Power Of Now by Eckhart Tolle www.anxietycoachespodcast.com/audibletrial To learn more go to:http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program What is anxiety?Quote:The things that matter most in our lives are not fantastic or grand. They are moments when we touch one another.– Jack Kornfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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