<b>A mindful "Coffee Break for the Soul" when the festive season feels overwhelming.</b><br /><b></b><br />By the 19th of December, the world outside can feel incredibly loud. There is a pressure to be busy and a pressure to "perform happiness" that can feel heavy on the soul.<br />In this special "Coffee Break for the Soul," Martin offers you a sanctuary. Whether you are feeling the weight of solitude this year or simply the exhaustion of the season, this is your place to feel safe and just <i>be</i>.<br /><br /><b>In this 10-minute session, we will:</b><ul><li><b>Release the Pressure:</b> Put down the to-do lists and the expectations of the holidays.<br /></li><li><b>Somatic Body Scan:</b> Unclench the jaw where we hold "unspoken words" and melt stress away from the shoulders.<br /></li><li><b>Heal the Heart Space:</b> Breathe into feelings of grief or longing without needing to "fix" them.<br /><br /></li><li><b>Reframe Solitude:</b> Discover how to turn loneliness into a peaceful sanctuary.<br /></li><li><b>Affirmations:</b> Powerful reminders that "It is okay to have a quiet Christmas" and that you are enough, exactly as you are.<br /><br /></li></ul>Remember, even if you are physically alone this week, you are part of this community. You are not invisible.<br /><br /><br /><b>Time Chapters:</b><br />0:00 - Introduction: The pressure to perform happiness <br />0:59 - Finding your safe space &amp; deep breathing <br />2:07 - Body Scan: Releasing "unspoken words" from the jaw <br />3:34 - Heart Space: Holding grief and longing with kindness <br />4:53 - Reframing: Solitude as a sanctuary <br />5:37 - Affirmations: "It is okay to have a quiet Christmas" <br />8:40 - Community Reminder: You are not invisible<br />09:28 - Conclusion &amp; Call to Action<br /><br /><b>👉 Click to subscribe and unlock ad-free episodes now!<br /><br />Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/support</a><br /><br />Buy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxiety" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxiety</a><br /><br />Rate &amp; Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!<br /><br />Resources &amp; Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at <a href="https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8</a> Pain &amp; Anxiety Course:<br /><br />Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at <a href="https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain</a><br /><br />Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at <a href="https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/</a><br /><br />Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at <a href="https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/</a><br /><br />Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331</a> Android:<br /><br />Get it on Google Play at <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&amp;hl=en-GB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&amp;hl=en-GB</a><br /><br />Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]<br /><br />YouTube: Watch all episodes at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1</a><br /><br /> Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit <a href="https://www.icanhelp.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.icanhelp.net/</a><br /><br />Backing Music: Chris Collins<br /><br />===================<br /><br /><br />Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.<br />Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEd<br />Zoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIby<br />Sony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPT<br />GoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFl<br />DJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY<br />=============================<br />Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)<br />Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3</b><br /><br /><b>Ready for More Calm?</b>Thank you for listening to the <b>Calming Anxiety Podcast</b>, featuring <b>guided meditation</b>, <b>mindfulness</b>, and <b>sleep hypnosis</b> sessions with Martin Hewlett. 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