What To Do When You Feel Lost Or Anxious…

Tim Shurr • July 12, 2021

“It feels like I’m constantly holding myself back. If I try to relax instead of chasing my business or personal goals, it feels like I’m letting myself down. Yet, if things start going too well, I feel gripped by anxiety, like something bad will happen if I shine too brightly. 

I’m sure my past has something to do with it because if I received too much attention from teachers for doing well in school, my younger sister would stop talking to me, and my mother would make comments like,  ‘So you think you’re better than us now?’  

It’s so frustrating because I’m the one people come to for support and advice. It seems like I can help everyone else feel good about succeeding in life, but myself. I feel so stuck, but I don’t want anyone to know this, so I push it down and put on a smile. I’ve been doing this for so long that it’s come to a point where I can’t take this feeling of being alone or feeling anxious anymore. Do you think you can help me?”

I’ve lost count of how many people have shared some version of that story with me over the years. I feel alone. I’m full of anxiety. I can’t seem to relax or let my guards down. I’m stressed out if I succeed or if I don’t. Siblings and parents made me feel wrong, bad, selfish, unworthy, not good enough, unsupported, etc. 

Often the most frustrating part, specifically for leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, therapists, healers, and anyone in the “helping” profession, is that we’ve gone through A LOT of personal development work to free ourselves from the past. So why then are we still struggling with these frustrating and issues?

Allow me to share a story with you.

The other day, I walked through my backyard and saw a weed near one of my rose bushes. I reached deep into the ground to grab the weed at its base, hoping this would pull the root of the weed out. If you only tear the top of the weed off without removing the foundation, it will just grow back again. I tugged at the weed and was shocked by how long the root was. Writing about it wasn’t enough, so check out the picture below.

The root was about eight inches long. If I had pulled the top of the weed out, it would grow back, as previously mentioned. How, if I pulled three or even five inches of the root out, it would STILL have grown back, and that’s why so much of the self-help experiences people go through do not produce the lasting results they desire! The foundation (root) of their insecurities goes farther back and are deeper than most realize.

So what do you do when feeling alone or anxious? Seek out the root of the problem and yank it out! The foundation of human insecurity and needless emotional suffering is a set of faulty beliefs that make us feel like we are not good or worthy enough to feel happy, secure, and prosperous. 

After decades of helping people with this, I can assuredly say the problems you may be having are likely NOT because of what you’re experiencing at the moment. Instead, you’re reacting to these situations based on how you were “programmed” to respond as a child.

Therefore, the quickest and most effective way to upgrade your mental and emotional programming is by going through my Awakening Experiences. 

You can take three paths for this:

Many choose all three options to maximize their positive outcomes. That is up to you.

I began my journey to eliminate insecurity, anxiety, and feelings of being alone at 18. I’m now 51 years old and have learned a tremendous amount about feeling safe, confident, and happy, regardless of what’s happening in life. The tools in those programs (paths) produce the most reliable and significant outcomes and breakthroughs, and they will immediately enhance the quality of your life.

So get started today, and you’ll never feel alone again because you’ll always be with your best friend, you! 

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“Want to be happy and successful? Love and accept yourself unconditionally. Everything else will fall into place. ” TS

Athletes Reveal How Hypnosis Improves Sports Performance

By Tim Shurr • September 23, 2025
The difference between winning and losing in sports often comes down to more than physical strength or skill. At the highest levels, athletes know that the real edge lies in the mind. Confidence, focus, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are what separate champions from the rest of the field. At Indy Hypnosis, athletes are finding that hypnosis provides the mental boost they need to reach new levels of performance. Sports psychologists have long said that competition is as much a mental game as a physical one. Even the best training can fall apart when nerves take over or self-doubt creeps in. Hypnosis addresses these mental blocks directly by reprogramming the subconscious mind to respond with confidence, clarity, and determination. One young athlete came to Indy Hypnosis struggling with performance anxiety. On practice days, he excelled. But when it was time to compete, his nerves took control and his results fell short. After a series of hypnosis sessions, he broke through the mental barrier and went on to set five new personal records. “I didn’t feel nervous anymore,” he explained. “I felt like I could just do what I had trained to do.” Professional and recreational athletes alike report similar stories. Golfers find their swing more consistent. Runners feel a newfound endurance. Weightlifters hit personal bests without the voice of doubt holding them back. What all these athletes share is the realization that once the mind stops working against them, their natural ability shines. Hypnosis also helps with recovery. Injuries often leave behind not only physical scars but also mental ones. An athlete recovering from a torn ligament may hesitate, afraid of pushing too hard and risking another injury. Through hypnosis, those fears can be reframed, allowing the athlete to return with full confidence and a stronger focus on healing. Science backs up what these athletes describe. Studies show that hypnosis can improve concentration, reduce stress hormones, and increase motivation. By visualizing success under hypnosis, athletes create mental “rehearsals” that make the real event feel familiar, boosting confidence and performance on game day. For many, the biggest surprise is how natural the shift feels. They do not have to force positivity or pretend to be confident. Instead, confidence emerges as the default setting. “It wasn’t about tricking my brain,” one athlete shared. “It was about finally trusting myself.” Sports are built on fine margins, and those margins are often mental. With hypnosis, athletes are discovering that the edge they have been searching for has been inside them all along—waiting to be unlocked. If you are ready to take your performance to the next level, schedule a free consultation with Indy Hypnosis today and discover how hypnosis can help you win from the inside out.

Conquer Stress and Lower Anxiety With a Proven Hypnosis Method

By Tim Shurr • September 19, 2025
Stress has become the background noise of modern life. From deadlines at work to family responsibilities and the constant buzz of technology, it is no wonder that anxiety levels are at an all-time high. For many people, the pressure feels relentless, and traditional coping strategies like deep breathing or exercise often provide only temporary relief. At Indy Hypnosis, clients are discovering that hypnosis offers a deeper, more lasting solution. Unlike quick fixes, hypnosis works by calming the mind at its source. Stress is not just a reaction to circumstances; it is also the product of thought patterns that magnify worry and fear. The subconscious mind, which governs much of our emotional response, often gets stuck in loops of “what if” thinking. Hypnosis gently interrupts those loops, replacing them with calmer, more empowering messages. Clients frequently describe their sessions as surprisingly peaceful. One woman said it felt like “an hour-long vacation for my brain.” By the end, her racing thoughts had slowed, and she carried that calm with her long after the session was over. Another client, who had battled panic attacks for years, reported that the intensity and frequency of her episodes decreased dramatically after beginning hypnosis. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, she now feels in control. Science supports these experiences. Studies show that hypnosis can lower heart rate, ease tension, and reduce cortisol, the stress hormone that wreaks havoc on the body. This makes it more than just a mental shift; it is a full-body reset. Clients often notice they sleep better, concentrate more easily, and approach daily challenges with a clearer head. Perhaps the most striking difference is how natural it feels. Instead of forcing relaxation, hypnosis allows the mind to release its grip on anxious thoughts. As one client explained, “It wasn’t about pushing stress away. It was like my brain finally remembered how to relax.” Stress and anxiety do not have to rule life. With the One Belief Away Method, people are finding that the heavy burden of worry can be lifted, replaced with a steady confidence that carries them through each day. If you are ready to quiet the noise of stress and experience lasting calm, schedule your free consultation with Indy Hypnosis today. Relief is closer than you think.

Stop Smoking for Good With Hypnosis That Works

By Tim Shurr • September 19, 2025
For decades, quitting smoking has been one of the hardest challenges people face. Nicotine patches, chewing gum, prescription medications, and countless “quit plans” have promised results, yet relapse rates remain high. Many smokers desperately want to stop, but the grip of addiction seems stronger than sheer willpower. At Indy Hypnosis, however, clients are finding a path to freedom that feels both possible and permanent. The secret lies in addressing the mind, not just the habit. Smoking is not only a physical addiction but also a deeply ingrained behavioral pattern. For many, lighting up is tied to stress relief, social rituals, or even simple routines like a morning coffee. Trying to stop without addressing these subconscious connections often leads to frustration and relapse. Through hypnosis, those patterns begin to shift. The subconscious mind, which controls much of our automatic behavior, can be reprogrammed to disconnect cigarettes from their old triggers. Instead of fighting the urge every time stress arises, clients find the desire to smoke naturally fading. One client who smoked for thirty years described the experience as “like flipping a switch.” After her session, she no longer craved cigarettes, and the thought of smoking felt out of place rather than tempting. Another powerful story came from Yovanna, who struggled with smoking for three decades. She had tried everything else and felt convinced she would never break free. After working with Indy Hypnosis, she walked away from cigarettes with a sense of calm rather than struggle. What surprised her most was how natural it felt. “I wasn’t forcing myself to quit,” she explained. “I just didn’t want to smoke anymore.” Beyond individual accounts, science has also shown hypnosis to be effective in smoking cessation. By directly addressing the subconscious, it bypasses the endless battle of willpower and offers a smoother path forward. Hospitals and clinics around the world now include hypnosis as part of smoking cessation programs, validating what clients at Indy Hypnosis have been experiencing for years. What makes this method stand out is not just the success of quitting but the permanence of the change. Instead of feeling deprived, clients feel free. Instead of counting days since their last cigarette, they begin building new routines filled with energy, confidence, and health. Breaking free from smoking is not about giving something up. It is about reclaiming life. Clients report breathing easier, feeling more energetic, and rediscovering a sense of control they thought they had lost forever. If you are ready to stop smoking for good and experience true freedom, schedule your free consultation with Indy Hypnosis today. The next chapter of your life can begin smoke-free.