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Pain, Dental Chickens, and Self-Hypnosis – What?
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It’s not often that I get to practice what I preach. After all, it’s been years since I suffered from panic attacks and social anxiety. But, lucky me, I just had the opportunity to “trance” myself into a blissful state of relaxation, better known as self-hypnosis.
Let me back up a bit. You see, I am a fairly fearless person. I don’t like earthquakes, floods, or fires, but don’t really face those disasters on a daily basis. I’m not a daredevil, but I do enjoy a rough and tumble carnival ride, now and again.
However, I do not now, nor have I ever, liked dental offices. I was going to say “dentists,” but I’m sure that behind their glistening teeth, crooked smiles, and demonic eyes, they probably are, in all probability, human beings with feelings. So, okay, I’m not going to admit to being afraid of dentists. Yes, and if you believe that, then I really don’t find clowns creepy. Read More→
Treating Depression With Hypnosis
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Depression is a debilitating disorder that destroys lives. Not just the life of the one suffering, but the lives of the family members, as well. There are numerous causes of depression, from physiological to situational. The recommended form of treatment for people with a chemical imbalance is a combination of medications and psychotherapy.
But for those who suffer from situational depression, then hypnosis is the ideal solution. Situational depression, although temporary, can last for several years. This form of depression is caused by a negative circumstance in your life, such as divorce, bereavement, separation from a loved one (a spouse in the armed forces), care-giving an elderly parent, loss of a job or house, or any other devastating life change. Some of these situations are short-term, while others may go on for years. Thus, you cannot afford to stay depressed while you wait for the situation to change. Read More→
Self-Hypnosis For Beginners
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Self- hypnosis is the ability to get yourself into a very relaxed, trance-like state. Most of us experience the “hypnotic” feeling several times a day. If you’ve ever “lost” time while reading a great book, watching an absorbing movie, or driving down the road as you listen to music, then you’ve experienced the sensation of hypnosis.
If you are truly motivated to change a negative behavior, bad habit, phobia, or simply want to improve something about yourself, then you are a perfect candidate for self-hypnosis. Once you learn this technique, you will be able to use it at any time, in any place.
While learning this technique, you will need a quiet room where you will be undisturbed for at least 20 minutes. Make sure you are comfortable, but not so comfortable that you fall asleep. Since you need to give yourself instructions and suggestions, you need to be awake and alert, but in an altered state of consciousness.
Before you begin the process, think about what you hope to achieve. This goal will be the suggestion you state to yourself when you are in a relaxed state. Work this out ahead of time. Be very specific, such as, “I want to stop eating Snickers,” or “I want to feel comfortable speaking in public.” Whatever you choose, you must express the suggestion in positive terms. For example, “I am a non-smoker,” rather than, “I do not want to smoke.” Read More→
