The Healing Power of the “There Is” Phrase
Welcome, if you have been carrying the weight of stress, or if your body feels tight with the pressures of life, you are in the right place. There is a simple, profound secret to moving from a state of contraction to one of radiant peace. It begins with just two words: “There is …”
Usually, when we feel pain or sadness, we say “I am sad” or “I am hurting.” Without realizing it, we become the suffering. The “There Is …” phrase is a gentle invitation to step back. It acts as a scientific “circuit breaker” for your nervous system, allowing your mind to acknowledge your experience without being overwhelmed by it.
Why This Brings More Happiness
Deeper Sleep
Physical Relief
Emotional Freedom
By simply noting what is true, you stop the internal fight. When the fighting stops, healing begins. This is not just a meditation; it is a way to reclaim your joy.
Mini-Course: The Mindfulness Protocol
Follow these steps to learn how to transform your inner world. Take your time; your healing is a journey, not a race.
Module 1: The Art of Bare Noting
The first step to less stress is learning to label without judging. Instead of telling a story about your stress, you simply name it. This practice “cools” the emotional center of your brain almost instantly.
[Image of the Prefrontal Cortex and Amygdala connection in the brain]
- Practice saying “There is tension” rather than “I am stressed.”
- Notice the tiny space that opens up when you use “There is ….“
Module 2: Meeting the Body’s Wisdom
As you use the “There is …” phrase, your body may react. You might feel a contraction or a sudden ache. This is a beautiful sign! It means your unconscious mind feels safe enough to bring old worries to the surface to be cleared.
Guidance: If your breathing becomes heavy or your leg begins to ache, stay gentle. Simply note: “There is a sensation.”
Module 3: The Science of the Release
In this stage, your balanced breathing tells your Vagus Nerve that you are safe. Scientifically, your body begins to switch from “Fight or Flight” to “Rest and Digest.” The pain you felt in Module 2 begins to soften and melt away.
What to expect:
- A feeling of warmth spreading through the limbs.
- The breath becoming smooth and effortless.
- A sense of heavy weight lifting off the chest.
Module 4: Abiding in Peace
The final step is simply resting in the result. Once the “There is” phrase has done its work, you are left with the Pure Mind—a state of contentment and quiet joy that was there all along, just hidden by the noise of stress.