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HYPNOTHERAPY
WHAT IS HYPNOSIS?
Hypnosis: what is it? "Hypnosis" is a word that comes from the ancient Greek word 'hypnos' which means "sleep". Although, hypnosis, in reality, is not a state of sleep, the person who is under a hypnotic state may "appear" to be asleep. Actually, the hypnotic state is a natural, built-in state of consciousness we all have, but which most of us have just "forgotten" how to access purposely! Hypnosis is a way to induce a very relaxing state of mind and body whereby "suggestions" may be made to the subconscious mind using metaphors, images, visualizations and verbal suggestions. These suggestions then become imprinted upon the subconscious mind which makes it much easier to change our behavior to a more favorable outcome.
IS HYPNOSIS SAFE?
Hypnosis is a very safe and effective way to access the subconscious part of our mind so that we can effectively bring about desired changes in our behavior. Hypnosis has been endorsed by the American Medical Association (AMA) since the 1950's and is widely used by doctors, psychologists and health care workers worldwide. All of our memories and habit energies are stored away in our subconscious. The subconscious mind also controls our body functions such as our heart beat and respiratory functions etc. All of our bodily organs function at the subconscious level. Anything we have ever seen, touched, smelled, tasted or heard is stored in the subconscious mind. Since the subconscious mind makes up the vastly greater portion of our mental processes, it would make sense that we go to that place to evoke the greatest change in our behavior.
WHAT DOES HYPNOSIS FEEL LIKE?
Probably, there are no two people who have experienced hypnosis in exactly the same way. Yet there are many common sensations and experiences reported by people who have been under hypnosis. If there was a way to generally describe what hypnosis feels like for most people, it would be as if you were taking a nap while you're awake. It may feel like deep daydreaming or just waking up from sleep or like when you are just about to fall asleep. Some people report that it is similar to reading a really good book and being totally focused on it. Sometimes it may feel as if you have fallen asleep. You simply go into a deep state of relaxation, with the help of the hypnotherapist and he/she simply talks to you directly with your subconscious mind.
It is a very relaxing yet invigorating experience. You have the opportunity to communicate as well during hypnosis, if you so choose. Another thing you may experience in hypnosis is that your mind may wander during the session or you may even be very awake and lucid. These are all normal occurrences. Chances are you may cycle in and out of all of those experiences during hypnosis.
AM I GOING TO BE UNCONCSIOUS DURING HYPNOSIS?
You are never "unconscious" during hypnosis! As a matter of fact you may even be in a more heightened state of awareness. You are never giving up any of your personal control, ever. You will never be asked to do anything, say anything or act in any manner that goes against your morals, beliefs or personal values. You may also come out of hypnosis at any time if you need to! The hypnotherapist is simply your partner or guide during the session. YOU are the one doing the work! The hypnotherapist is just there to help guide you through the exercises as your own subconscious mind does the work.
WHAT IS HYPNOSIS?
Hypnosis: what is it? "Hypnosis" is a word that comes from the ancient Greek word 'hypnos' which means "sleep". Although, hypnosis, in reality, is not a state of sleep, the person who is under a hypnotic state may "appear" to be asleep. Actually, the hypnotic state is a natural, built-in state of consciousness we all have, but which most of us have just "forgotten" how to access purposely! Hypnosis is a way to induce a very relaxing state of mind and body whereby "suggestions" may be made to the subconscious mind using metaphors, images, visualizations and verbal suggestions. These suggestions then become imprinted upon the subconscious mind which makes it much easier to change our behavior to a more favorable outcome.
IS HYPNOSIS SAFE?
Hypnosis is a very safe and effective way to access the subconscious part of our mind so that we can effectively bring about desired changes in our behavior. Hypnosis has been endorsed by the American Medical Association (AMA) since the 1950's and is widely used by doctors, psychologists and health care workers worldwide. All of our memories and habit energies are stored away in our subconscious. The subconscious mind also controls our body functions such as our heart beat and respiratory functions etc. All of our bodily organs function at the subconscious level. Anything we have ever seen, touched, smelled, tasted or heard is stored in the subconscious mind. Since the subconscious mind makes up the vastly greater portion of our mental processes, it would make sense that we go to that place to evoke the greatest change in our behavior.
WHAT DOES HYPNOSIS FEEL LIKE?
Probably, there are no two people who have experienced hypnosis in exactly the same way. Yet there are many common sensations and experiences reported by people who have been under hypnosis. If there was a way to generally describe what hypnosis feels like for most people, it would be as if you were taking a nap while you're awake. It may feel like deep daydreaming or just waking up from sleep or like when you are just about to fall asleep. Some people report that it is similar to reading a really good book and being totally focused on it. Sometimes it may feel as if you have fallen asleep. You simply go into a deep state of relaxation, with the help of the hypnotherapist and he/she simply talks to you directly with your subconscious mind.
It is a very relaxing yet invigorating experience. You have the opportunity to communicate as well during hypnosis, if you so choose. Another thing you may experience in hypnosis is that your mind may wander during the session or you may even be very awake and lucid. These are all normal occurrences. Chances are you may cycle in and out of all of those experiences during hypnosis.
AM I GOING TO BE UNCONCSIOUS DURING HYPNOSIS?
You are never "unconscious" during hypnosis! As a matter of fact you may even be in a more heightened state of awareness. You are never giving up any of your personal control, ever. You will never be asked to do anything, say anything or act in any manner that goes against your morals, beliefs or personal values. You may also come out of hypnosis at any time if you need to! The hypnotherapist is simply your partner or guide during the session. YOU are the one doing the work! The hypnotherapist is just there to help guide you through the exercises as your own subconscious mind does the work.
RELEASE unwanted habits
STOP smoking
ENJOY less stress!
SLEEP more deeply and soundly
FIND more peace and tranquility
MAINTAIN a healthy weight
CURB food cravings
MOVE past traumas
MOVE past troubling memories
IMPROVE sports performance
ENJOY more energy and vitality
SPEAK at public events with confidence
GAIN confidence in test-taking
IMPROVE your relationships
GAIN focus on manifesting your goals and dreams!
IMPROVE your memory
TRANSFORM heavy emotions to more peaceful ones
Note: This is just an abbreviated list of common things many people work on in hypnotherapy. Hypnosis can help you in virtually any area of life which you wish to enhance or change for the better! Remember, the answer lies within the power of your own subconscious mind, right inside you. All you have to do is provide the desire for change. You can begin today, to experience the life you desire!
WHAT ISSUES MAY I
ADDRESS IN
HYPNOTHERAPY?
Hypnosis is very effective in helping you in many ways!
Here are just a few areas hypnosis can benefit you:
Hypnosis is very effective in helping you in many ways!
Here are just a few areas hypnosis can benefit you:
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CAN I BE HYPNOTIZED?
A common question many people have is: "am I able to be hypnotized"? Everyone can be hypnotized. As a matter of fact, many people are hypnotized every day without realizing they are under hypnosis. For example, if you have ever driven a car some place and you sped up, slowed down, changed lanes, put on the breaks, stopped at all of the lights and signaled etc., chances are you did most or all of those things without "consciously" being aware of doing so.
You did these things automatically or subconsciously. Yet you probably arrived at your desired destination safely. This is a form of hypnosis. Many long distance truck drivers experience this as "highway hypnosis". Hypnosis accesses a very similar state of consciousness and can be used to help us enhance or change our lives for the better. Therefore hypnosis is just a tool to help access that natural part of our subconscious mind to make those changes on purpose and in a safe and controlled environment.
A common question many people have is: "am I able to be hypnotized"? Everyone can be hypnotized. As a matter of fact, many people are hypnotized every day without realizing they are under hypnosis. For example, if you have ever driven a car some place and you sped up, slowed down, changed lanes, put on the breaks, stopped at all of the lights and signaled etc., chances are you did most or all of those things without "consciously" being aware of doing so.
You did these things automatically or subconsciously. Yet you probably arrived at your desired destination safely. This is a form of hypnosis. Many long distance truck drivers experience this as "highway hypnosis". Hypnosis accesses a very similar state of consciousness and can be used to help us enhance or change our lives for the better. Therefore hypnosis is just a tool to help access that natural part of our subconscious mind to make those changes on purpose and in a safe and controlled environment.