Tuesday, August 11, 2009

What Does Hypnosis Really Do?

By Susan Watson, CHt.

Three main problems cause people to seek out a hypnotist.

1. Quit Smoking 2. Lose Weight 3. Manage Stress

These are the toughest behavioral changes to make the the ones that will give the most reward in good health.

After all, the first is a physical addiction to a very powerful drug foisted on individuals by expert marketing and peer behavior at an early age.

Overeating can be curbed but it just is not something we can stop doing.

Before you can effectively deal with the first two, though, you have got to master number three because that is the root of the other behaviors.

Is stress good or bad? The answer, of course, is both. It is the behaviors - or responses - that are at the root of smoking, financial problems, alcohol or drug abuse. There's lots of theory about this but really it is a combination of conscious thoughts and subconscious motivations. Learning about them greatly improves the chances of changing the responses and consequent associated behaviors.

So response management is really what we mean when we say stress management. Hypnosis is a way of exploring those subconscious mechanisms to realign them with your conscious thoughts. This can help you get on the right track in your responses " and quit those things that are harming you.

As a result of a hypnosis session, some clients discover talents and abilities they werent aware they had. Hypnosis utilizes the individuals strengths and resources to create the world they want to experience. Nowhere is this more important than changing harmful responses.

These are frequently asked questions about hypnosis.

Will someone else control my mind?

No. Only you can do that. As a matter of fact, the point of hypnosis is to allow you to be more in control.

Is my free will affected?

Hypnosis only gives you a relaxed state during which you are presented suggestions for a better outcome. You are free to reject or accept them. You don't lose your free will, personality or strength.

What if I can't be hypnotized?

Anyone can be hypnotized in the hands of a skilled hypnotist or hypnotherapist. The only requirement is that you want to.

Will I be in any danger?

There are many case studies testifying that hypnosis is no more dangerous than taking and aspirin. It is rather like daydreaming.

Do I sleep during hypnosis?

You are just relaxed but fully awake and aware.

A better response to stress can be achieved through the sense of calm focus provided in a hypnotic state. - 14130

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