13-Be a badass overthinker. Mindfully of course

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01/04/22 • 11 min

Mindful Hypnosis

YOU have a badass superpower and it’s in your overthinking mind

I have 5 reasons to support this!

Superpower, overthinking, and mindfulness?

Really Cheryl? Have you had too much eggnog?

Before I get into this talk, let me clarify a few things.

First off, I'm not talking about overthinking which is debilitating. That's a whole other cup of tea.

I also know that our approach to overthinking makes a huge difference in how we feel about it.

So, start appreciating this amazing gift that is really trying to support us.

Take a deep breath in and exhale.

Here’s why...

When you appreciate something, you take care of it.

Us overthinking are always trying to not overthink. But what happens, we end up overthinking the overthinking.

I have 5 reasons to support your badass brain.

Creativity
Problem Solving
Observation skills
Intuition
Self-evaluation

Reframe your overthinking mind

Now it’s your job to reframe how you view your overthinking mind.

Appreciate the benefits, be in gratitude for your creativity, your intuition, your ability to see things others can’t.

And while you are enjoying being a badass overthinker remember that you still need to take breaks.

This is where mindfulness comes in.

You can’t dance or sing without resting. Or read a book without resting our eyes. No different from thinking.

The mind needs time to rest, rejuvenate and process information.

Use the OMOM to give your mind a reprieve. Put some space between your thoughts so you’re not overthinking ALL The time.

It’s like taking a mini-vacation from overthinking.

Recap:

5 reasons you are a badass Overthinker

Creativity
Decision making
Observation skills
Intuition
Self -evaluation

Now...the next time someone tells you, you're overthinking too much.

Remember how amazing you are. Stand tall, be proud, and tell them.

That’s right. It’s my superpower and I’m a badass overthinker.

Be proud! You got this!

Tell me what is your overthinking superpower? What is your gift?

Take a deep breath in and exhale

So, before I go, listen closely and remember this ONE one thing.

Your future is a thought, your past has passed, but your now is always here.

Be mindful-one minute at a time.

Hugs, Cheryl

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YOU have a badass superpower and it’s in your overthinking mind

I have 5 reasons to support this!

Superpower, overthinking, and mindfulness?

Really Cheryl? Have you had too much eggnog?

Before I get into this talk, let me clarify a few things.

First off, I'm not talking about overthinking which is debilitating. That's a whole other cup of tea.

I also know that our approach to overthinking makes a huge difference in how we feel about it.

So, start appreciating this amazing gift that is really trying to support us.

Take a deep breath in and exhale.

Here’s why...

When you appreciate something, you take care of it.

Us overthinking are always trying to not overthink. But what happens, we end up overthinking the overthinking.

I have 5 reasons to support your badass brain.

Creativity
Problem Solving
Observation skills
Intuition
Self-evaluation

Reframe your overthinking mind

Now it’s your job to reframe how you view your overthinking mind.

Appreciate the benefits, be in gratitude for your creativity, your intuition, your ability to see things others can’t.

And while you are enjoying being a badass overthinker remember that you still need to take breaks.

This is where mindfulness comes in.

You can’t dance or sing without resting. Or read a book without resting our eyes. No different from thinking.

The mind needs time to rest, rejuvenate and process information.

Use the OMOM to give your mind a reprieve. Put some space between your thoughts so you’re not overthinking ALL The time.

It’s like taking a mini-vacation from overthinking.

Recap:

5 reasons you are a badass Overthinker

Creativity
Decision making
Observation skills
Intuition
Self -evaluation

Now...the next time someone tells you, you're overthinking too much.

Remember how amazing you are. Stand tall, be proud, and tell them.

That’s right. It’s my superpower and I’m a badass overthinker.

Be proud! You got this!

Tell me what is your overthinking superpower? What is your gift?

Take a deep breath in and exhale

So, before I go, listen closely and remember this ONE one thing.

Your future is a thought, your past has passed, but your now is always here.

Be mindful-one minute at a time.

Hugs, Cheryl

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Previous Episode

12-A simple way to start a mindfulness practice

A simple way to start a mindfulness practice

It will take you no time, but the little time you do take will be invaluable to your life.

This is less about learning and more about not thinking.

You can see the previous where I talk about why I don’t care for new years resolutions here.

So when it comes to creating a “new” practice around the new year, I do appreciate that there are many people who want to start over fresh and get new practices and old ways of thinking pushed behind them.

So, if you're not aware, Mindfulness is...

Present Moment. Being in the now. Awareness without judgment.

They're all the same. So, if you want to become more mindful, I have one simple way to start your mindfulness practice. You’ll feel so much better if you do.

How do you start a mindfulness practice that you can do easily?

I am going to give you one suggestion, but first I want to tell you how I view Mindfulness.

Go on this Mindfulness Journey with me

I share a story of going for a long walk

We need to remember our intentions.

Pick ‘one’ area in your life that you want to become more mindful or deepen your mindfulness.

But before you begin, you need to know where or what this area is.

Start with your reasons

What is your ‘why’ you want to become mindful of?

Are you becoming mindful to decrease overthinking? Be happier? Become more present? Be more engaged with life and the people around you?

Just start with ONE simple daily practice using the OMOM (One Minute of Mindfulness) technique.

Consistency is more important than time.

I want to ask a favor? What is the one practice you are going to start? Share with me, I would love to hear it.

Take a deep breath in and exhale

So, before I go, listen closely and remember this ONE one thing.

Your future is a thought, your past has passed, but your now is always here.

Be mindful-one minute at a time.

Hugs, Cheryl

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Next Episode

14- Struggle with mindfulness -5 things to consider

Mindfulness can be a struggle for many people especially if you have never practiced it before.

It’s not easy for everyone and we are going to talk about that today.

Even though it’s a natural process, when you’re not used to it, it can feel foreign to you.

It’s no different than me telling you to take a sip of water. But how do you do that if you’ve never used a cup before?

1. DO YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT MINDFULNESS IS?

2. ARE YOU TRYING TOO HARD?

3. ARE YOU FEELING BORED OR UNINTERESTED?

4. DO YOU HOLD A BELIEF THAT YOU CAN NEVER BE MINDFUL?

5. ARE YOU EASILY DISTRACTED?

So, before I go, listen closely and remember this ONE one thing.

Your future is a thought, your past has passed, but your now is always here.

Be mindful-one minute at a time.

Hugs, Cheryl

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