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Hypnosis a natural state of mind that we experience many times a day. We drift in and out of a trance-like state frequently. Have you ever arrived at your destination and hardly remember the drive there? You were in a state of hypnosis, but were not asleep. Sleep is a state of rest and hypnosis is a state of mindfulness. Hypnosis is experienced when the brain is in the Alpha and Theta brain wave patterns and is a natural state of being.
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In summary, hypnotherapy...
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Hypnotherapy is not like what you see in stage shows, where people bark like a dog or cluck like a chicken. There are no swinging pocket watches. In a hypnotherapy session, you are in control the whole time. You will hear the suggestions made to you, and you will remember them after the session.
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WHO CAN BE HYPNOTIZED?
Anyone with an open mind, reasonable intelligence, an ability to concentrate, and a willingness to go into a relaxed state of mind can benefit from hypnosis. Some people are able to experience deep hypnosis very quickly while others may experience a light to medium hypnotic trance. |
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IS HYPNOSIS DANGEROUS?
There has never been a documented case of harm coming to anyone from the therapeutic use of hypnosis. Recent brain research helps us understand how physiology is influenced by our thoughts and feelings. |
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WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE TO BE HYPNOTIZED?
Hypnosis is a very pleasant feeling of complete physical and mental relaxation. It is similar to that moment, just seconds before you fall asleep. Sometimes, your mind is active; you hear every sound in the room, and you can resist the suggestions if you choose to. You are able to remember everything perfectly. These factors lead people to believe they were not hypnotized, when indeed they were.
Hypnosis is a very pleasant feeling of complete physical and mental relaxation. It is similar to that moment, just seconds before you fall asleep. Sometimes, your mind is active; you hear every sound in the room, and you can resist the suggestions if you choose to. You are able to remember everything perfectly. These factors lead people to believe they were not hypnotized, when indeed they were.
CAN I BE HYPNOTIZED?
Yes, as long as you are open to being in a relaxed state of mind. Most people believe they will be asleep or unconscious, or go through something strange or even miraculous in the hypnotic state. In actuality, you will be able to hear, remember, and experience everything that is going on around you.
Yes, as long as you are open to being in a relaxed state of mind. Most people believe they will be asleep or unconscious, or go through something strange or even miraculous in the hypnotic state. In actuality, you will be able to hear, remember, and experience everything that is going on around you.
HOW DOES HYPNOSIS WORK?
Everything you have learned is stored in your subconscious mind; the way you walk, brush your teeth, eat, or drive your car. Unwanted habits such as smoking or overeating are stored in your subconscious too. You might want to improve upon some things like golf, biking or chess, while others, like smoking or overeating, you may want to limit or get rid of altogether. Once you enter a state of deep relaxation and connect with your subconscious, you are open for post hypnotic suggestions. These suggestions are your intentions, gathered from the initial interview, not the intentions of the hypnotherapist. Success depends on intention, motivation and commitment. Some goals are reached immediately while others take more time.
Everything you have learned is stored in your subconscious mind; the way you walk, brush your teeth, eat, or drive your car. Unwanted habits such as smoking or overeating are stored in your subconscious too. You might want to improve upon some things like golf, biking or chess, while others, like smoking or overeating, you may want to limit or get rid of altogether. Once you enter a state of deep relaxation and connect with your subconscious, you are open for post hypnotic suggestions. These suggestions are your intentions, gathered from the initial interview, not the intentions of the hypnotherapist. Success depends on intention, motivation and commitment. Some goals are reached immediately while others take more time.
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CAN A PERSON BE HYPNOTIZED AGAINST THEIR WILL OR MADE TO DO ANYTHING AGAINST THEIR WILL?
No one is able to be hypnotized against his or her will. If this were possible, hypnosis would be the most closely guarded secret on the planet. Entering hypnosis is a consent state. Because all hypnosis is self-hypnosis, the hypnotist is there to assist the subject, who then hypnotizes him/herself. |
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DO PEOPLE HAVE TROUBLE COMING OUT OF HYPNOSIS?
The state of hypnosis is a normal brain wave pattern (alpha and/or theta), so it is impossible to stay in a hypnotic trance. You may choose to stay in hypnosis after the hypnotherapist invites you to come back to full alertness because you will fee so relaxed and comfortable. In this case, you might drift into a natural sleep and awaken after a few minutes. There has never been a documented case of someone being unable to come out of hypnosis, any more than someone not waking up after a nap or night’s sleep.
The state of hypnosis is a normal brain wave pattern (alpha and/or theta), so it is impossible to stay in a hypnotic trance. You may choose to stay in hypnosis after the hypnotherapist invites you to come back to full alertness because you will fee so relaxed and comfortable. In this case, you might drift into a natural sleep and awaken after a few minutes. There has never been a documented case of someone being unable to come out of hypnosis, any more than someone not waking up after a nap or night’s sleep.
WHAT EXACTLY IS THE SUB-CONSCIOUS MIND?
The conscious mind is how you make decisions and choices, it's your “me” or “I”. The sub-conscious mind directs your conduct through habits, emotions, and perceptions acquired from the influences of your environment from birth, and possibly before.
WHAT IS SELF-HYPNOSIS?
We all “self-hypnotize” with our mind talk and mind movies. Unfortunately, much of that can be negative. When we become mindful of what we want in our lives, conscious self-hypnosis provides complete control of our intentions. You can use self-hypnosis to enter a state of complete relaxation under the most stressful conditions.
The conscious mind is how you make decisions and choices, it's your “me” or “I”. The sub-conscious mind directs your conduct through habits, emotions, and perceptions acquired from the influences of your environment from birth, and possibly before.
WHAT IS SELF-HYPNOSIS?
We all “self-hypnotize” with our mind talk and mind movies. Unfortunately, much of that can be negative. When we become mindful of what we want in our lives, conscious self-hypnosis provides complete control of our intentions. You can use self-hypnosis to enter a state of complete relaxation under the most stressful conditions.
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HOW DOES SELF-HYPNOSIS DIFFER FROM HYPNOSIS BY A HYPNOTHERAPIST?
In self-hypnosis, YOU choose your own time limits, imagery, and intention, instead of a scheduled appointment with a practitioner. Have you ever hired a trainer to help kick-start your workout routine? Or, joined a yoga studio to learn the basics, so you could do it on your own? This is similar. |
WHY DO SOME PEOPLE HAVE DOUBTS ABOUT HYPNOSIS?
Hypnosis is misunderstood. For centuries, it was affiliated with spiritualism, witchcraft, and various other “unexplainable” events. It was depicted in “B” movies, novels and exaggerated claims as something to fear. In reality, it was first used by the medical community to perform surgeries and amputations.
ARE ONLY WEAK MINDED PEOPLE ABLE TO GO INTO HYPNOTIC STATES?
No. Self-hypnosis strengthens the will. Hypnosis works with the will, not against it. In fact, the more intelligent and strong-willed you are, the more effective hypnosis will be for you.
Hypnosis is misunderstood. For centuries, it was affiliated with spiritualism, witchcraft, and various other “unexplainable” events. It was depicted in “B” movies, novels and exaggerated claims as something to fear. In reality, it was first used by the medical community to perform surgeries and amputations.
ARE ONLY WEAK MINDED PEOPLE ABLE TO GO INTO HYPNOTIC STATES?
No. Self-hypnosis strengthens the will. Hypnosis works with the will, not against it. In fact, the more intelligent and strong-willed you are, the more effective hypnosis will be for you.
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WHAT IF I CAN’T BE HYPNOTIZED?
This fear usually stems from the belief that you are giving up control. The opposite is true. You are exercising a more powerful form of thought-control than at other times by accepting the suggestions given. WHAT CAN SELF-HYPNOSIS DO FOR ME? Many things. Champions in sports such as Evander Holyfield, Larry Bird, Tiger Woods, and others achieved amazing results using self-hypnosis. You can learn to overcome undesirable habits like mental rumination, smoking, overeating, or drinking. Boost your self-confidence; realize that success is within easy reach. Reframing harmful emotions leads to a happier and healthier life. |
DO I NEED HYPNOTHERAPY? WILL IT WORK FOR ME?
If you have bad habits, stress or want to improve your health and well-being then why not give hypnosis a try?
If you have bad habits, stress or want to improve your health and well-being then why not give hypnosis a try?