Are You Being Present?

The Presence Projects presents episode 84 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses a very common question about what Presence feels like. The title and topic of this episode is “What Does Being Present Feel Like? - Part 2".  In this podcast Paul spends time going deeper into a question that many people are curious about when exploring Presence and mindfulness.  In a previous podcast he introduced this question and provided insight into what being Present could feel like.  He felt it was important to create an additional podcast on this topic to illuminate why people want to know what being Present feels like. The feeling(s) of Presence is very subjective based on the individual, their experiences and life challenges.  Paul wanted to raise awareness as to why people seek the feeling of Presence in relation, or regard, to what they are currently enduring.  Seeking Presence to escape an undesirable feeling state, or space, can create additional self-inflicted suffer

The Presence Projects presents episode 83 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses a word, tool, expression and feeling that has been used pervasively throughout society as a negative motivator and control mechanism severely impacting an individual’s ability to be Present. The title and topic of this episode is “Disappointment Is a Tool of the Ego That Prevents Presence".  In this podcast Paul focuses on how the ego, your ego and other people's egos, use disappointment as a negative motivator that manipulates and elicits a reaction from a negative state of being.  Many children are parented to not want to disappoint, or become disappointments, to their authority figures.  This type of control mechanism leaves a very negative imprint allowing for an ego to be developed that uses disappointment as a tool creating an internal state of fear, guilt and shame.  Disappointment has been used in many different forms to coerce, control and conform.  This ego tool has a det

The Presence Projects presents episode 82 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses forgiveness, the challenges it creates, the way it's been presented and how it can be reframed with Presence. The title and topic of this episode is “Forgiveness Is a Gift You Give Yourself in the Present Moment".  In this podcast Paul speaks about forgiveness and how it can be, and needs to be, perceived as a precious gift that you give to yourself.  This gift can release the past, not by forgiving those who have caused you pain.  But by allowing you to forgive yourself for holding onto the pain that your ego had used against you to keep you in a perpetual state of suffering.  Forgiveness has been presented as a tool that can help heal past trauma, but often the act of forgiving those who have hurt us will inadvertently retraumatize us and cause more pain and suffering.  These actions have the potential to keep us in a loop allowing the ego to take us out of the Present moment and

The Presence Projects presents episode 81 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses a question that he's been asked many times and has also explored throughout his own personal journey of Presence and mindfulness. The title and topic of this episode is “How Can I Stop Thinking So Much in the Present Moment?".  In this podcast Paul discusses "thought addiction", a behavior that is pervasive and consuming establishing an ego dominated reality filled with self-inflicted suffering.  Many people want to know how to stop thinking so much but have no idea how to do so.  Living with an overabundance of thought has become a normal state of being in the third dimension that makes Presence extremely challenging with each Present moment filled with thoughts of the past or worries of the future. While there is no simple answer due to the sheer subjectivity of life, Paul provides some helpful suggestions how you can slow your thoughts down.  He also takes some time to talk abou

The Presence Projects presents episode 80 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that focuses on discipline, how it can be reframed and the need for it when establishing, maintaining and thriving in the Present Moment. The title and topic of this episode is “Presence Requires Discipline".  In this podcast Paul brings attention towards the importance of discipline and how it could be seen as a negative motivator without the use of reframing. For a Presence Practice to be effective it requires discipline, consistency and focus.  The challenge is that many people have been raised with negative forms of discipline used as a control mechanism either by parental figures, family members, teachers or societal programming.  This can lead an individual to live a life that is unframed, untamed and chaotic led by the ego, emotion and unhealed trauma.  Paul explains how we can reframe the concept of discipline so it carries a neutral energy that will allow for a strong foundation to be bu

The Presence Projects presents episode 79 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that focuses on two negative motivators that have been, and continue to be, used as control mechanisms throughout society causing a tremendous amount of pain and suffering. The title and topic of this episode is “Guilt and Shame Are Negative Motivators That Prevent Presence".  In this podcast Paul shares his Present seconds addressing how guilt and shame have been woven within societal programming and are used far too often leading to negative states of being that prevent peace and Presence. Understanding the roots of guilt and shame, how they are used and what can be done to end these insidious behaviors are imperative to maintaining a life filled with neutrality, Presence and prosperity.  Now is the time to shine a light on these negative motivators, to see them for what they are and to put an end to using them against us and others.  We have all been made to feel guilty and ashamed at some poi

The Presence Projects presents episode 78 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that presents a very useful Presence Tool that can be used all throughout your life to help watch your words, shift your reality and bring you back to the Present Moment. The title and topic of this episode is “Reframing Your Words With Presence".  In this podcast Paul teaches his audience about reframing, which is a wonderful Presence Tool that has transformed his life, and many of the people he's had the opportunity to work with.   Reframing is a tool that gives us the ability to watch the words that come out of our mouth and reframe them if necessary.  Often, many of us people speak carelessly using words, statements or phrases that are negative, restrictive and harmful to our internal/emotional state of being.  Once these words come out, we can use a tool like reframing to pull them back in and soften them up, allowing for more peace, Presence and neutrality.  As always, it is advisable to li

The Presence Projects presents episode 77 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a pivotal podcast that targets a very specific issue everyone on Earth is confronted with at some point in their reality. The title and topic of this episode is “Seeking Safety and Security in the Present Moment".  In this podcast Paul shares his Present seconds diving into a subject that deeply affects each individual and is woven into the very fabric of life in the third dimension.  Because of how revelant a subject like safety and security is to everyone it is imperative that we begin to see how societal programming (the matrix) has created and implemented negative motivators that lend to the belief that we are not, and will never be, safe and secure which is a fallacy leading to self-inflicted suffering. While it is true that there are people currently experiencing situations where they are not safe, there are also large groups of people who are safe and secure yet their belief systems, and egos, lead

The Presence Projects presents episode 76 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses a state of being that will allow for more peace, Presence and prosperity in the Present Moment. The title and topic of this episode is “Calm Down in the Present Moment".  In this podcast Paul spends time providing guidance regarding what it means to be calm and how to achieve, and maintain, a calmer inner and outer reality.  Being calm is a feeling space that many people deeply desire, yet so of us many find elusive suffering needlessly in negative states of emotion like resistance and resentment.  A lack of Presence and an unguarded ego will cause self-inflicted suffering using thoughts of the past or worries of the future making it very difficult to be calm as we go throughout our lives.  Paul provides guidance on how to become calm and how we can use Presence tools to settle the mind, body and spirit. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Pr

The Presence Projects presents episode 75 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that focuses on two very different ways in which we can handle situations with people, places and things throughout our Present Moments. The title and topic of this episode is “Are You Responding or Reacting in the Present Moment?".  In this podcast Paul brings attention to the differences, and potential results, between a reaction or a response in the Present Moment.  Reactions typically happen very quickly and are fueled by emotion while being led by the ego.  They can cause a person to say and do things that are not in their best interest leading to undesirable collateral damage.  There are many reasons why reactions are so prevalent within the third dimensional matrix since this reality is filled with tension, stress, anxiety and adversity.  Being in a state of reaction appears to be a more common form of societal, and interpersonal, interaction that leads to much suffering and negativity.  P

The Presence Projects presents episode 74 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that introduces a book filled with ancient Toltec wisdom that contains essential, relevant and helpful information for those living within the third dimensional matrix.  This book, The Four Agreements, can lead an individual to break free from negative societal constraints and programming, helping to provide relief from self-inflicted ego suffering in the Present Moment. The title and topic of this episode is “Following The Four Agreements With Presence".  In this podcast Paul takes the opportunity to share The Four Agreements and the amazing impact they have had on himself and those he has worked with.  He takes the time to go through each agreement, the need to use them in the Present Moment and how they can help transform the lives of people who seek relief from an existence filled with anxiety, stress and depression.  As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss othe

The Presence Projects presents episode 73 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that focuses on the perception of time and how it can be viewed differently allowing for more peace and Presence within your reality. The title and topic of this episode is “Each Present Second Is a Gift".  In this podcast Paul explains the importance of seeing each Present second as a gift that is to be cherished and treasured.  Too often many of us distract ourselves, willfully and unconsciously, allowing Present seconds to pass us by and then end up in a state of lack and regret for losing these moments and worrying about the future moments to come.  By viewing each Present second as a gift we can fully engage life in the moment providing us with the ability to choose what we want to do, when we want to do it and with whom we wish to do it with. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift i

The Presence Projects presents episode 72 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that addresses a question everyone will ask and seek answers for in hopes of gaining relief and guidance through times of challenge and adversity while working on oneself. The title and topic of this episode is “Why Is It So Hard to Be Present?".  In this podcast Paul takes the opportunity to share one of the most common questions he's asked while teaching Presence and Mindfulness to the patients he works with.  Being Present can be very difficult at times, especially in the beginning, depending on the variety of subjective experiences encountered.  He explains, and explores, the ego, which is a matrix mind construct, that he knows to be the biggest obstacle to Presence.  Paul goes into depth about what the ego is and how it manipulates, distracts, complicates and creates self-inflicted suffering that makes being Present seem so hard. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that

The Presence Projects presents episode 71 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that explores a subject many people will find enlightening, useful and reflective in his continued effort to address, and untwine, destructive matrix programming. The title and topic of this episode is “Why Does Time Move So Slowly or So Quickly in the Present Moment?".  In this podcast Paul digs deep into the perception of time and why it appears to change in speed at any given Present moment.  He shares his knowledge about what insights can be gleaned regarding the movement of time and how we can better understand this concept with Presence and mindfulness.  There is also information about how time has been used as a negative motivator built within the fabric of matrix conditioning which Paul explains and deconstructs. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Ple

The Presence Projects presents episode 70 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join Paul for a podcast that illuminates a conscious, and unconscious, Matrix program that has led to a tremendous amount of self-inflicted suffering. The title and topic of this episode is “There Is No Benefit of the Doubt in the Present Moment".  In this podcast Paul shares his Present Seconds addressing a saying/behavior/cliche that is deeply rooted in our psyche that has caused unnecessary suffering and excession collateral damage.  The doubts we have are valid and should be examined and honored with Presence using any, and all, Presence tools to see why we are having such doubts.  Then we can decide how we wish to respond (not react) in the Present Moment. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are You Being Present?" podcasts series on our website

The Presence Projects presents episode 69 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join host Paul Kerzner for a podcast that brings attention to a state of being that can help enhance, and improve, your life in a variety of ways. The title and topic of this episode is “Maintaining Momentum with Presence”. In this podcast Paul explains what momentum is, why it's important to maintain it and how to establish and build momentum with Presence.  It is in the Present Moment that you can properly see where your level(s) of momentum are and understand that it may vary depending upon a variety of situations, circumstances, challenges and opportunities.  Once you can objectively see if there is a need to build momentum you can use certain tools and methodologies to achieve the desired state of being. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are Y

The Presence Projects presents episode 68 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join host Paul Kerzner for a podcast that addresses an interpersonal issue that causes a lot of suffering, drama, chaos and conflict throughout our lives. The title and topic of this episode is “Seeing People for Who They Are, How They Are, and Where They are in the Present Moment”.  Since being Present is rather challenging at times, we often see people, places and things through the lens of the ego and project our own perceptions based on past experiences and future expectations.  Paul wanted to take this opportunity to share some insight and raise awareness to this behavior as it tends to lead to self-inflicted suffering, tension and trauma that can have unintended and undesirable consequences. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are You Being Pre

The Presence Projects presents episode 67 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join host Paul Kerzner for a podcast that discusses a topic that is relevant, relatable and common for every person living on Earth. The title and topic of this episode is "Trauma Processing with Presence" and was chosen because everybody has experienced trauma in their life and there's a good chance that some, if not all of it, remains unhealed and unprocessed.  Being Present allows for clarity and the ability to process trauma through a new lens where these repressed memories and feelings can be healed using new tools and methodologies. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are You Being Present?" podcasts series on our website, iTunes and YouTube!   Remember you have a choice.  Choose to be present! https://www.areyoubeingpresent.com

The Presence Projects presents episode 66 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join host Paul Kerzner for a podcast that introduces a new Presence Tool and how it can be used to help provide clarity and shift your perceptions in the Present Moment. The title and topic of this episode is "Zooming Out in the Present Moment" and was chosen because of the need for additional Presence Tools that can be used in real-time to reduce self-inflicted suffering and increase Presence, awareness and mindfulness. Paul explains that by zooming out throughout the day you will have the ability to see things more clearly, shift your perspectives, observe your ego and calm your mind, body and spirit. As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are You Being Present?" podcasts series on our website, iTunes and YouTube!   Remember you have a choice.  Choose

The Presence Projects presents episode 65 of the "Are You Being Present?" podcast series.  Join host Paul Kerzner for a presentation that delves into adversity and how Presence can be used to alleviate some the suffering being endured. The title and topic of this episode is "Enduring Adversity with Presence" and was selected because everyone will experience adversity at different points in their life.  Paul explains that by using Presence tools the self-inflicated suffering that takes place at the hands of the ego can be reduce, and possibly eliminated, by making a concerted effort to stay in the Present moment.   As always, it is advisable to listen to earlier podcasts that discuss other Presence topics and Presence Tools that can be implemented to help shift into the Present Moment.  Please check out the rest of the "Are You Being Present?" podcasts series on our website, iTunes and YouTube!   Remember you have a choice.  Choose to be present! https://www.areyoubeingpresent.com