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Mindfulness: The Ultimate Solution for Stress and Anxiety

Mary Beth Hazeldine
5 min readMar 5, 2022
Photo by Erik Brolin on Unsplash

It’s no secret that stress and anxiety can take a toll on your mental and physical health. In fact, it is now considered to be one of the leading causes of illness in the world. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce stress and anxiety in your life.

One of the simplest (and most effective) methods is to focus on the present moment. When we are fully present, taking in everything around us, it is impossible to be worried, anxious or stressed. Mindfulness is a highly effective way to reduce stress and anxiety levels, and it is something that anyone can do.

The importance of living in the present moment

Living in the present moment is essential for overall peace of mind and emotional well-being. When we are constantly living in the past or future, we create unnecessary stress and tension. The present moment is all we ever have — it’s where our life is actually happening. If we aren’t focused on the here and now, we miss out on the beauty and joy available to us in each moment.

When we take the time to focus on the present moment, we start to see the world differently. We become more aware of the beauty that surrounds us, and we begin to appreciate the simple things in life. The chaos and stress of the world fade into the…

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Mary Beth Hazeldine
Mary Beth Hazeldine

Written by Mary Beth Hazeldine

Chief Inspiration Officer, Spiritual Psychologist, Hypnotherapist, Writer, Chef, Dog Lover, Line Dancer, Ex-Banker, MBA— marybeth@marybethhazeldine.com

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