Have you ever wondered - How does hypnosis work?
Would hypnotherapy help increase inner confidence or social anxiety?
Hypnosis is a safe and effective method to increase confidence, overcome social anxiety, performance anxiety, and fear of public speaking and much more.
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 COMMON QUESTIONS
• What is Hypnosis?
• What is Hypnotherapy?
• How Does Hypnosis Work?
• What Is the Difference between the Subconscious and the
Conscious?
• Is Being Hypnotized Like Being Asleep?
• Is Hypnosis Safe?
• Do I Have To Believe In Hypnosis For It To Work?
• Can I Be Hypnotized?
• Will I Lose Control Under Hypnosis?
• Can a Hypnotist Make Me Do Something Against My Will?
• Will I Remember What Happened During the Hypnosis Session?
• How Quickly Can I expect Result from Hypnosis?
• What Is Self Hypnosis and How Do I Practice?
• Can Self Hypnosis Be As Effective As Hypnosis With A Hypnosis Professional?
Hypnosis is a natural and comfortable state characterized by increased mental, emotional and physical comfort and relaxation.
You may already experience this state when you are involved in a creative project, watch a movie, read a book or daydream. During hypnosis you remain fully conscious, but are able to tune out distractions.
What is Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a natural and comfortable state characterized by increased mental, emotional and physical comfort and relaxation. You may already experience this state when you are involved in a creative project, watch a movie, read a book or daydream. During hypnosis you remain fully conscious, but are able to tune out distractions.
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What is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy uses hypnotic techniques as a therapeutic tool to bypass the conscious and access the subconscious in order to uncover memories, emotions and past events which may prevent positive behavior and habit changes.
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How Does Hypnosis Work?
Hypnosis alters your state of consciousness through relaxation so the subconscious becomes dominant. Detrimental beliefs can be accessed and transformed into beneficial behaviors.
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What Is the Difference between the Subconscious and the Conscious?
The conscious mind is critical, analytical, reasoning, and intellectual. It makes decisions, directs our movement and activities but cannot implement our intentions unless the subconscious is in agreement.
The subconscious controls breathing, blood circulation and involuntary functions. It is always awake, records and stores memories, is very literal, accepts everything as presented and is home to habitual behavior.
During hypnosis the conscious mind gets put aside temporarily and the subconscious mind becomes dominant, energized and alert. Old memories can be accessed, belief systems can be updated and unwanted behaviors transformed into more positive and constructive ones.
An example of what happens when the conscious and subconscious do not agree is: You may consciously want to quit smoking and may have tried not to smoke. If you still smoke, it is probable that you subconscious maintains a belief, from when you began smoking, that smoking is essential and not smoking is damaging. You will be successful when the subconscious recognizes your old false beliefs and replaces them with your new desires and goals. I have seen many people amazed at their own ability to easily and permanently quit smoking or eliminate other unwanted habits with hypnosis.
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Is Being Hypnotized Like Being Asleep?
No, although you are in a relaxed state, hypnosis is more like meditating since you have a strong internal focus and are alert. During hypnosis you actively choose where you want to focus. During sleep you are a passive recipient of your dreams.
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Is Hypnosis Safe?
Yes, Hypnosis is a natural state of mind. It is important to be in a quiet, safe environment.
It is not safe to do hypnosis while driving a car, operating machinery or taking a bath.
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Do I Have To Believe In Hypnosis For It To Work?
No
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Can I Be Hypnotized?
Yes if you would like to be. Hypnosis is a natural, comfortable state characterized by increased mental, emotional and physical comfort and relaxation. You probably already experience this state when you are involved in a creative project, watch a movie, read a book or daydream. People who claim they can’t be hypnotized are simply choosing not to be hypnotized.
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Will I Lose Control Under Hypnosis?
No, you will never do or say anything you don’t want to and you can come out of hypnosis anytime you want. Your subconscious mind is protective and will not accept any suggestions that are in conflict with your moral or ethical codes.
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Can a Hypnotist Make Me Do Something Against My Will?
No one can make you do anything you do not want to. Fear of hypnosis often begins with seeing a stage hypnotist instruct a subject to behave in an unusual way. It is important to know that people who are hypnotized on the state are doing so because they have consented. They can stop anytime they want.
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Will I Remember What Happened During the Hypnosis Session?
Yes
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How Quickly Can I expect Result from Hypnosis?
You will receive enormous insight during your first hypnosis session. Several subsequent sessions may be required depending upon the complexity of the issue. Some issues are easier to change than others.
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The stronger your desire and commitment the quicker you will see results. Daily self-hypnosis practice strengthens your commitment and reinforces your positive attitude and behavior.
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What Is Self Hypnosis and How Do I Practice?
Essentially all hypnosis is self-hypnosis but during hypnotherapy the hypnotist is the guide. In self-hypnosis a recorded session guides you. You can do it at your convenience and you do not need a hypnotherapist to be present. Self Hypnosis draws on the relaxation response, helping your body relax and directing your mind in a positive direction. Positive suggestions and affirmations reduce stress, increase self confidence, and reinforce beneficial behavior. Daily Self Hypnosis reinforces the positive changes you desire. For more information visit our Self Hypnosis Services page on this website.
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Can Self Hypnosis Be As Effective As Hypnosis With A Hypnosis Professional?
Self Hypnosis can be just as effective in many cases as hypnosis with a professional. But there are factors to take into consideration. Self Hypnosis is a skill like any other that requires training and practice. The more you practice self-hypnosis the better you become. If you are trying to change a behavior pattern or create a new one where there are no core issues involved self hypnosis is just as effective. If there are core issues involved, it is best to work with a professional who can guide your awareness into the deeper issues and help you deal with them.
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