Rewire Your Brain for Joy
In a typical day at work do you see more problems or solutions? Do you notice negative emotions more or positive ones? If you lean towards seeing problems or focusing on negative emotions then welcome to the human race! Our brains are wired to look for problems and dangers. This is a great thing if […]
The Simplest Stress Relief Technique Ever!
Have you noticed that during a stressful, busy day you tend to stay focused and tense sitting in front of your computer or in a meeting? By the end of the day your muscles are sore and knotted. On top of that your brain is foggy and you feel totally exhausted. Today, I have a […]
What Do You Control?
It seems like work-stress is as common as fur balls in cats or lint in dryers. Most people I talk to are barely keeping up with the workload and then… another huge roadblock is placed by a manager or client derailing progress, the company goes through a restructuring, a favorite boss leaves for a […]
Stressed? Flap Your Wings
One evening not too long ago I was walking around our neighborhood park. In the park there are two little ponds that attract a myriad of wildlife. As I strolled past one of the ponds a loose dog ran by and lunged at a duck who had been resting in the foliage near the water. […]
The Power of “What If?”
A quick question for you…When under stress do you think about what you want to happen or what you are afraid will happen? If your answer is that you worry about what you are afraid will happen then welcome to being human! Our brains are naturally bent to focus on what we fear. Sadly, this […]
Bath in Nature – Lower Your Stress
Several years ago I purchased a meditation series that was proven to calm the brain and move you into an Alpha, Theta or Gamma brainwave states. As I settled into a comfy position and put on my headphones I was surprised to hear sounds of rain, wind and water. After further study I shouldn’t […]
Using Your Nose to Lower Stress
Imagine for a minute a warm spring day. You are standing in front of a lilac bush covered with blooms. The sweet scent fills the air as you breath deeply. Our sense of smell is one of the most overlooked ways to lower stress. We are just now beginning to research the effects of certain […]
Join Me for a Year of Delight!
Happy New Year! Many years ago I stopped making New Year’s Resolutions. Not because I think resolutions are a bad idea but because I didn’t find it fun anymore. Instead of resolutions I select 1-3 essence words that describe what I want to feel this year. The truth about New Year’s Resolutions is that we […]
De-Stress Now!
Sometimes after a busy, stressful day we just need a quick fix. Take a deep breath, put in your headphones and enjoy! Have an Amazing Monday! (and everyday.) Leanna Fredrich, Stress Management Coach, Adv. EFT, Adv. Psych-K Leanna@amazingmondays.com
Are You Taking Yourself Out of the Game?
Is your mind taking you out of the game of life? Recently I was working with a soccer player. He told me that he had a very high standard for himself. In fact I do believe he used the word perfection. While we as a society applaud a person with such lofty goals, those much-approved […]