Sunday, August 30, 2009

Hypnotherapy And The Benefits Of Hypnotism

By Mark Allen

Hypnotism and hypnotherapy have long been recognized for the benefits they can bring. In the last one hundred years, it has been studied, tested, and refined. Today it provides benefits for millions of people.

For centuries people have looked for different ways to improve themselves and alleviate suffering. Psychology, and psychiatry, psychology are devoted to trying to understand and improve the human condition.

Over time, there have been many different approaches to "alternative" healing and self-improvement. Hypnotherapy and hypnosis fall into this category.

As far as alternative methods go, there is plenty of good science behind it. The basic idea is to tap a persons subconscious in order to change behaviors. Since our subconscious mind is the key to action, motivation, and resistance, this is often the best way to achieve goals that have eluded us. If we can tap into this resource, we unlock the "secrets" to changing behaviors and alleviating stumbling blocks such as our fears.

The reasons for undergoing hypnotherapy or hypnosis are numerous. They include relief from both physical and emotional disorders, as well as the desire to reach one's potential and improve one's self.

Hypnotism can address physical problems like over-eating and weight loss, as well as emotional issues such as anger and low self-confidence or self-esteem.

Hypnosis is also helpful in remedying addictions and habits and addictions such as cigarette smoking, gambling, even drug and alcohol abuse.

Hypnosis has successfully been used in the treatment for symptoms of severe medical problems like cancer and diabetes. Surgical recovery times are reduced, and there have even been cases of patients undergoing surgery with minimal anesthesia.

Hypnotism and hypnotherapy certainly aren't a "cure-all", or even always the best alternative. However it is becoming increasingly clear that there are real, tangible, and lasting benefits to this type of therapy and self-help. - 14130

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