Being Present Reduces Anxiety and Stress

Shifting from a future-oriented mindset to being fully present in the moment can significantly reduce perceived stress and anxiety. Focusing on the present allows individuals to move away from worry about the future and ground themselves in the current reality. This shift to being present helps in staying composed and serves as a more effective way to relax than simply focusing on breathing. By training oneself to be present more often, individuals can understand that being grounded is the opposite of feeling anxious or frustrated, not relaxation.