The catalyst for calming mental noise is discovering what moment you are in.

My late mentor, Dr. Dave Dobson accurately described most mental angst as belonging to another time. He referred to it as “There and Then.”

When you are consumed with internal flux, chances are the moment you are in has nothing to do with your agitated condition. You are referencing another time.

Just this simple recognition is enough to bring you back to the current moment where none of that torment is present. Reminds me of a story . . .

Many years ago I was traveling on Interstate 95 and was cut off by another driver putting me in precarious circumstances. Adrenaline rushed to my assistance, and a part of me that responded quicker than my intellect, maneuvered me to safety. Phew!

If you’ve ever been in a situation like that, you know that’s not the end of it. The adrenaline stays in your body causing you to feel “wired.” This normally leads to a conversation about all the negative things that could have happened if things didn’t turn out as advantageous as they did. You remain agitated and stuck in a moment that no longer exists.

Lucky for me that I remembered Dr. Dave’s prescription: Take a deep breath and exhale with a sigh. I did just that – about 4 or 5 times. The result was that the adrenaline dissipated and I returned to a much calmer state – one not prone to stay locked in a moment that no longer existed.

As long as the chemical stays in place, your body remains on high alert, which, if prolonged, keeps your tension high and your internal dialogue on full throttle – all because you’re in another moment.

The deep breath and a sigh are your transfer back to the present.

Here are two simple steps to bring you back to the present:

1. Notice that you are referencing “There and Then.”
2. Take a deep breath and sigh it out. (repeat as necessary)

I highly recommend that you use this amazing two-step process. It’s something you can do anytime, anywhere. Practice it in low risk situations (minor annoyances) and you’ll be in the habit of doing it when bigger fish are on the line.

Consider this an early holiday gift from me to you. I cannot tell you how many times it will save you from moments that no longer exist.

All the best,

John

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