Bela Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy

Save the Date: Having Challenges with Your Adult Children? Join Our Support Group Saturday, April 19, 2025

If your adult child is struggling to grow up or making poor decisions, you won’t want to miss the monthly in-person support group meeting, “Journey Together: Navigating Adult Children’s Transitions.”

Date: Saturday, April 19, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Cost: $20
Location: My home in Beaverton, Oregon (Contact me for address.)

Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and connection. Through interactive discussions, reflective exercises, and creative activities, we will explore:

Navigating the transition from active parenting to supporting your adult children’s independence.
Cultivating self-care practices and nurturing your own passions and interests.
Fostering healthy communication and boundaries with your adult children.
Embracing change and finding joy in new opportunities for personal growth.
Together, we will break through limitations, ignite our inner creativity, and support each other on this beautiful journey of motherhood and self-discovery.

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP at your earliest convenience to secure your spot.

Call me at 503-939-2269, or email me at bela@belacoaching.com. If you weren’t at a previous meeting, please answer the following questions and let me know what you are hoping to gain from this support group:

Briefly introduce yourself and share why you are interested in joining the group?
What are you hoping to gain from participating in this group?
What challenges are you currently facing in relation to your adult child’s independence?
Please let me know if there are other topics you would like to explore.

About Bela

As the facilitator of “Journey Together: Navigating Adult Children’s Transitions,” I am honored to bring my unique blend of expertise, personal experience, and genuine empathy to our supportive community. With eight years of experience as a life and energy coach, coupled with my specialization in hypnotherapy and surgery coaching, I have dedicated myself to empowering individuals to overcome obstacles, unlock their inner potential, heal, and create positive transformations in their lives.

My approach combines evidence-based techniques with intuitive guidance, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for personal growth and self-discovery. As a mother of three adult children myself, I intimately understand the joys, challenges, and transitions that come with guiding our children into adulthood. My firsthand experience provides me with a deep empathy and insight into the unique journey we embark upon as mothers during this transformative phase of life.

Through our group, I am committed to leveraging my professional expertise and personal understanding to facilitate meaningful discussions, creative explorations, and supportive interactions. Together, we will delve into topics such as navigating change, fostering healthy relationships, and embracing our own growth and fulfillment.

I believe that by sharing our stories, supporting one another, and tapping into our innate creativity, we can break through limitations, cultivate resilience, and thrive as mothers and individuals. I am deeply passionate about guiding you on this empowering journey of self-discovery, and I look forward to walking alongside you as we break boundaries and embrace the beautiful possibilities that lie ahead.

With warmth and understanding,
Bela Friedman
Bela Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy
cell: 503-939-2269
www.belacoaching.com

Mind-Body Techniques Can Be Powerful Healing Tools

When Karena (not her real name) was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor and faced a very delicate surgery, she was terrified. Her daughter had called to ask if I could work with her weeks before surgery to reduce her mother’s anxiety. Through working with me Karena raised her energetic vibration with the Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster™ protocol, developed by Peggy Huddleston. I not only helped her reduce anxiety with mind-body techniques so that she could visualize her complete healing as if was happening in the present, but also to create a support group of loving friends and family, and had the anesthesiologist say healing statements during the multi-hour surgery. I am happy to say that surgery was successful and she and her family were thrilled. Here is her testimonial:

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A Morning Ritual

Here is a surefire way to start your day on a positive note. All you need is your breath, a pen and paper, and a few minutes. Enjoy!

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Valentine’s Day Quick Tips on Self-Love and Self-Care

Today is Valentine’s Day – and it’s time to practice self-love and self-care. Being good to yourself is what’s important. You may feel down because you are alone, or maybe you have a partner but still feel lonely and/or unloved. Whether you are alone or not, self-love and self-care are what is important. Here’s a short list to boost your mood:

Pamper yourself: Book a massage, have your nails done, get a facial.
Prepare your favorite dinner complete with candles and your best dishes.
Read a book for pleasure.
Take a walk in nature and be mindful.
Watch a good movie.
If it’s cold and rainy out, turn on your favorite music and have a dance party with yourself or a partner.
Most of all, be grateful for what you have.

Remember that it all begins with loving yourself first! As a life and energy coach, the place I begin with is you – the individual – your personality — your dreams and passions – and your heart’s true desires!

Please share these tips with someone you care about. And if you are having challenges letting go of your critical thinking, please reach out to me. I give free consultations and offer Zoom and in-person life coaching, relationship coaching and hypnotherapy sessions to meet your financial needs. I am also certified in the Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster™ developed by Peggy Huddleston. Contact me for a free 45-minute consultation at 503-939-2269 or bela@belacoaching.com. You can learn more about my services at www.belacoaching.com.

Wishing you a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

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Giving Yourself Permission to be Empowered Today

If you need some help dealing with holiday stress, the weather – or just need encouragement, here are 10 wonderful affirmations sent to me by Nick Ortner of the Tapping Solution that may help. Notice what it feels like when you say these affirmations. You are encouraged to bring this sense of empowerment and trust to yourself today.

1. “I give myself permission to breathe and become present right here, right now.”

2. “I give my brain and body permission to slow down and relax.”

3. “I give myself permission to feel my feelings, as they are right now.”

4. “I give myself permission to do whatever I need to do in this moment to feel good.”

5. “I give myself permission to make time for joy, humor, fun, and rest.”

6. “I give myself permission to go at my own pace.”

7. “I give myself permission to let go of judgment and criticism about myself and others.”

8. “I give myself permission to feel powerful, free, brave, and whole.”

9. “I give myself permission to trust myself.”

10. “I give myself permission to be right where I am… and I also give myself permission to change and grow.”

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The Holidays Are Upon Us

It is already December and most of us are busy planning for the holidays. However, as the holidays and the end of the year approach, I’m also certain that many of you are reflecting on the things in your life you might like to change. Another year – or another chapter – of your life is coming to a close. What would you like different in this next, new chapter as you go forward? Do the holidays make you realize you need help with stress management? As you consider the new year before you, do you think you’d like to focus on your health and losing weight? Do you want to better yourself? Are you interested in personal development, or developing your career? These are just a few of the many things that I, as your life coach and hypnotherapist, can help you address in your life. Portland locals, you don’t have to take the first steps into the next chapter of your life on your own. You can seek help.

Bela Life Coaching And Hypnotherapy Is Here For You

Ready to seek help now? Don’t wait – contact Bela Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy. I offer my services in person, online, and over the phone.

Seek The Guidance You Need Through Bela Life Coaching

My life coaching and hypnotherapy services include:

• Stress management

• Personal and career development

• Eliminating sabotaging behaviors

• Improved self-confidence

• Achieving success

• Increased motivation

• Overcoming phobias and fears

• Weight management

• Chronic pain management

• Smoking cessation

• Enjoying a more satisfying life

• Preparing for surgery

Contact Bela, Certified Life Coach, For A Free Consultation

As a certified life coach located in Beaverton, just west of Portland Oregon, I’m eager to help my clients create positive changes in their lives that are long-term and sustainable. As a personal development coach, I am committed to your growth. In addition to having my certification both as a life coach and hypnotherapist, I am also certified to deliver the Peggy Huddleston’s Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster™ workshop. To learn more about how I can help you make a positive change in your life, contact me for a free 30-minute consultation. You can also call me at 503-848-3640 or email bela@belacoaching.com.

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Quick Self-Care Tips When you are Feeling Election Anxiety

If you are feeling election anxiety, or the day after-election anxiety, you are not alone. I’ve been dealing with this for some time. Here are some self-care tips that have helped me, and I know they will help you as well:

Take a social media break.
Limit your news intake.
Take a walk in nature.
Meditate or find another mindful practice.
Go to bed early.
Don’t check the news on your cell phone in the middle of the night.
Watch only happy TV.
Take a mental health day.
Exercise daily.
Remember that all things pass.

Let me know if you have any questions. And if you know someone who can benefit from this note, please pass it along.

If you are having issues with stress, confidence, fear, personal or professional development, please reach out to me. I give free consultations and offer Zoom and in-person life coaching, relationship coaching and hypnotherapy sessions to meet your financial needs. I’m also certified in the Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster™ developed by Peggy Huddleston.

Sending much love and peace,

Bela

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Dissolving Fear

Many people I’ve talked to lately are filled with fear. Fear about our divided country struggling with politics, an economic crisis, violence, social and racial injustices, the war in Ukraine and COVID. It is a lot to deal with. But one thing is certain: We have to learn to live together in love, peace and harmony.

I truly believe that we are on the verge of a new era of enlightenment – and its arrival will be in the not-too-distant future. For now, we all have to remember that we have the opportunity to choose love over fear. Love for ourselves and others.

But how do we combat our fears? One way is to remember that the sun is always shining–even though the clouds may obscure it for a while. Here’s a short writing from Louise Hay about fear that can help:

“As the fears come, I choose to see them as passing clouds in the sky, and I let them go on their way. I am not my fears…I know that what we do in our hearts is very important, so I begin every day in a silent connection with my heart. When I feel afraid, I let the love dissolve the fear.”

If you are having issues with fear, confidence or stress please reach out to me. I give free consultations and offering in-person, Zoom and phone coaching and hypnotherapy sessions on a sliding scale to meet your financial needs.

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21-Days of Gratitude Challenge

Dear Be Inspired Community,

I wanted to reach out to you before Thanksgiving to offer a 21- Days of Gratitude Challenge, sponsored by the American Heart Association. The purpose of this challenge is to help you become the very best version of yourself. If you are looking for a way to enhance your happiness and health, then give the 21-Days of Gratitude Challenge a try. Research shows that when you practice daily gratitude, you will enhance your happiness, strengthen your immune system, and improve your satisfaction for every moment.

Are you up for the challenge? You can start today! It’s simple and easy. Here are the guidelines.

Let me know if you have any questions.

With gratitude I’m sending you blessings for an abundant increase in health, love and prosperity.

Sending love and peace,

Bela

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Getting Unstuck

Fall is here – and it’s a time for moving forward. But how can you move forward if you are feeling stuck? You may be stuck in a bad relationship, stuck in an unfulfilling job, stuck in bad health or pain – or stuck in a negative frame of mind.

What really keeps us from getting unstuck are the limited beliefs we may have and held on to for years. Do you ever hear yourself say any of the following: This is how I was raised, and that’s how I am … I’ll never be happy … I’ll never have enough money … There are no jobs out there for me… I’m too old to change… This kind of critical thinking is all just a mindset. Change is possible and it can be yours if you are open to it.

Like most people, I’ve been stuck many times in my life. In a difficult marriage, in an unfulfilling public relations business, and stuck in bed with three hairline fractures of my pelvis after a bad fall.

But one experience that really stands out is when I turned 66 and was dreading my next birthday because I was sure the end was near for me. Fortunately, I went to my naturopath for a routine visit and told her I felt that I would die when I turn 67. After all, my mother died of cancer at 67 and my father died of a heart attack at age 61. And I felt that I would be next to go. My naturopath sat back slowly in her chair and looked at me sternly and said: “You need to rewrite your script!”

Somehow her words resonated with me at that moment. So, when I returned home I actually rewrote my script, my life story. I wrote that I would live to be 100 years old. And If I was going to live for 33 more years, I wanted to spend my time working at something more meaningful that had purpose, and was heart felt where I could help others. So, I decided to leave public relations and become a certified life coach and certified clinical hypnotherapist. That change of attitude transformed my life, and that’s how I became unstuck.

Changing your body language.

Being stuck can paralyze you emotionally and physically. The quickest way to move forward is to change your stuck state by changing your body language. If you are stuck and in a state of negativity – how does your body look? How does it feel?

Are your shoulders and arms slumped?
Is your breathing shallow?
Are you speaking in a low voice?
When you are in a happy and powerful state, arms and shoulders are back, you speak louder and are self-assured.

A quick exercise: Stand in your power.

To get unstuck quickly you need to change your body language and stand in your power. Stand up like the wonder that you are! Hands on your waist, legs apart, shoulders back, chest out, looking forward. Breathe slowly and deeply. Take a slow, deep breath in, and let it out slowly. Take another slow, deep breath in and let it out slowly. Now, in your most confident voice say loudly: I AM POWERFUL! I AM POWERFUL! I AM POWERFUL!

Remember that when you are in a stuck state of being sad, frustrated and/or depressed, you can’t be resourceful. Take a power stance. Also breathe, meditate, pray, take a walk, write down your gratitude, rewrite your script. You will begin to experience some powerful changes.

If you are interested in learning how life coaching and hypnotherapy can help you get unstuck and make long term, positive changes in your life, contact me at bela@belacoaching.com; You can leave a message at 503-848-3640. Also, visit my website at www.belacoaching.com.