[darrensurrey]

darrensurrey I have been going through your free mediation course and am really enjoying it. I have found the Part 3, Energy Mediation particularly beneficial and it is something that I really needed right now. Hence, I have listened to it for a few days, without moving on the Part 4.

Have you ever considered setting up a meditation playlist on Spotify? I would definitely subscribe and listen to your guided meditations there, instead of always playing the YouTube videos.

Also, what about selling your "28 Day Mindfulness Plan" in exchange for ForumCoin in our ForumCoin Exchanges section? It wouldn't cost you anything and I am pretty certain that you would get at least one sale

Thanks for your positive comments.

Not sure how the Spotify thing works.

Tell me more about using FC for promoting my plan?

[Fergal]

All you would need to do is post a topic with your ad in our ForumCoin Exchanges section. You could offer the plan in exchange for ForumCoin and members could pay you with ForumCoin which you can then convert to PayPal cash, etc.

Does that answer your question or would you still like further info?

[darrensurrey]

All you would need to do is post a topic with your ad in our ForumCoin Exchanges section. You could offer the plan in exchange for ForumCoin and members could pay you with ForumCoin which you can then convert to PayPal cash, etc.

Does that answer your question or would you still like further info?

Thanks. Will get it sorted. Finalising the plan at the mo.

[KyushuKris]

Kind of an aside I know, but I'm wondering why a stress-reduction expert would be a member of this forum..? Are you planning to use your FC to attract customers to your personal sites or something of that ilk?

[Fergal]

For some people the most stressful part of the day is the early morning, as they rush to get children out to school or creche and beat the traffic to get into work on time. Do you have any suggestions on how to deal with that?

[darrensurrey]

Kind of an aside I know, but I'm wondering why a stress-reduction expert would be a member of this forum..? Are you planning to use your FC to attract customers to your personal sites or something of that ilk?

Not particularly - I just like using online forums when I have a chance!

-- 26 Mar 2019, 09:37 --

For some people the most stressful part of the day is the early morning, as they rush to get children out to school or creche and beat the traffic to get into work on time. Do you have any suggestions on how to deal with that?

That's more a time management thing so it's about getting up earlier so you can fit everything in. If necessary, go to bed earlier.

[Angie10]

@DarrenSurrey... wow, well done on all your work! I was wondering if you had any suggestion for people whose mind simply refuses to shut down at the end of a busy/stressful day. The body is exhausted but the mind is buzzing and simply won't stop racing. I don't know if I'd be right to think while it's not stress in the true sense of the word, it could very well be some underlying situation that the person has on their subconscience?

[darrensurrey]

@DarrenSurrey... wow, well done on all your work! I was wondering if you had any suggestion for people whose mind simply refuses to shut down at the end of a busy/stressful day. The body is exhausted but the mind is buzzing and simply won't stop racing. I don't know if I'd be right to think while it's not stress in the true sense of the word, it could very well be some underlying situation that the person has on their subconscience?

Hi Angie10,

This is very common. Basic mindfulness meditation can help here but it has to be done regularly. Have a look at the video here: www.wimble.com/free (you don't have to sign up).

If you regularly practice coming back to the breath, you will feel more in control of your thoughts and able to choose what you want to think about. I had a similar experience last night as I was doing work late into the night, but when I went to bed, I could identify that I was still having work thoughts and then chose to focus on the breath. I fell asleep very soon after that.

Try the basic breathing exercise for the next 14 days and see how you feel - do reply in this thread to let me know.

Darren

PS As you can deduce from my website, I am not really interested in getting hits from a public forum as it is largely meaningless for my business. I doubt there are any London-based HR directors on here. (Someone did ask a while ago whether I was just trying to increase traffic.)

[Angie10]

@DarrenSurrey... wow, well done on all your work! I was wondering if you had any suggestion for people whose mind simply refuses to shut down at the end of a busy/stressful day. The body is exhausted but the mind is buzzing and simply won't stop racing. I don't know if I'd be right to think while it's not stress in the true sense of the word, it could very well be some underlying situation that the person has on their subconscience?

Hi Angie10,

This is very common. Basic mindfulness meditation can help here but it has to be done regularly. Have a look at the video here: www.wimble.com/free (you don't have to sign up).

If you regularly practice coming back to the breath, you will feel more in control of your thoughts and able to choose what you want to think about. I had a similar experience last night as I was doing work late into the night, but when I went to bed, I could identify that I was still having work thoughts and then chose to focus on the breath. I fell asleep very soon after that.

Try the basic breathing exercise for the next 14 days and see how you feel - do reply in this thread to let me know.

Darren

PS As you can deduce from my website, I am not really interested in getting hits from a public forum as it is largely meaningless for my business. I doubt there are any London-based HR directors on here. (Someone did ask a while ago whether I was just trying to increase traffic.)

Thanks so much for your response I've heard this before but have never tried it properly. I watched the video and your voice and the music on their own are so soothing and relaxing, I could've easily nodded off LOL I'll definitely be trying the breathing exercises.

[darrensurrey]

@DarrenSurrey... wow, well done on all your work! I was wondering if you had any suggestion for people whose mind simply refuses to shut down at the end of a busy/stressful day. The body is exhausted but the mind is buzzing and simply won't stop racing. I don't know if I'd be right to think while it's not stress in the true sense of the word, it could very well be some underlying situation that the person has on their subconscience?

Hi Angie10,

This is very common. Basic mindfulness meditation can help here but it has to be done regularly. Have a look at the video here: www.wimble.com/free (you don't have to sign up).

If you regularly practice coming back to the breath, you will feel more in control of your thoughts and able to choose what you want to think about. I had a similar experience last night as I was doing work late into the night, but when I went to bed, I could identify that I was still having work thoughts and then chose to focus on the breath. I fell asleep very soon after that.

Try the basic breathing exercise for the next 14 days and see how you feel - do reply in this thread to let me know.

Darren

PS As you can deduce from my website, I am not really interested in getting hits from a public forum as it is largely meaningless for my business. I doubt there are any London-based HR directors on here. (Someone did ask a while ago whether I was just trying to increase traffic.)

Thanks so much for your response I've heard this before but have never tried it properly. I watched the video and your voice and the music on their own are so soothing and relaxing, I could've easily nodded off LOL I'll definitely be trying the breathing exercises.

Haha - certainly, it's about regularly practising for a reasonable amount of time. Just like you don't just brush your teeth once and never again, meditation has to be done daily to get any real benefit.

[Joseph83]

Is stress part of the reason while someone will be physically stable but emotionally down?

[darrensurrey]

Is stress part of the reason while someone will be physically stable but emotionally down?

Interesting question.

Stress is a symptom, just as being depressed or sad (emotionally down?). I would address the underlying causes of why you feel that way. You can feel both depressed and stressed at the same time - this is something that a lot of people in responsible jobs that they hate feel.

[Abigael]

How do you know that your stress has developed into a depression?

[darrensurrey]

How do you know that your stress has developed into a depression?

Interesting question. I think that one of the key indicators is your own mood. It could be mild depression or severe depression. Do you struggle to get motivated? Would you rather just hide in bed all day (are you posting in bed and it's 11am?)? Do you want to give up? Do you feel like crying? Are you mainly having negative thoughts?

If it's mild, you can probably deal with it by doing exercise, meeting friends and having fun, learning to meditate. If it's heavy, you may want to consider professional help.

[mrki444]

Are any good method for reduction stress but it can be done at work? I don't have personal cabinet, than I share it with only few people. I would need something what doesn't not include special moves or objects. Something simple what can be done sitting in chair at work desk.

[darrensurrey]

Are any good method for reduction stress but it can be done at work? I don't have personal cabinet, than I share it with only few people. I would need something what doesn't not include special moves or objects. Something simple what can be done sitting in chair at work desk.

Great question. You can do this while looking like you're doing work/thinking. Just have an email up on your screen so people think you're reading it. Then hold a pen in one hand and just focus on how it feels:
-the weight
-the texture
-any joins/gaps
-the clip if it has one
-the button if it has one
-then look at the pen: is it shiny? smooth? any pattern?

Spend a moment focusing on the pen and studying the detail and you'll sense a lowering of your stress levels.

[memez4savages]

I personally never get stressed but my friend is really stressed out thanks to family all the time. Any tips?

[darrensurrey]

I personally never get stressed but my friend is really stressed out thanks to family all the time. Any tips?

The simplest way is to practice mindfulness. If your friend registers at wimble.com/free I can send him/her a link to an intro course.

[Abigael]

When do you know that your stress has developed into a depression?

[darrensurrey]

When do you know that your stress has developed into a depression?

There are a number of things you can check. I would google "have I got depression?" It will include things like really low mood, lack of motivation, not finding things fun that you used to.