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Exploring Self Hypnosis

December 4th, 2009

Self Hypnosis has quickly become one of the most popular self help tools available for people who want to help themselves with all kinds of challenges and issues. Indeed, it is an effective way to tap into the unconscious resources that we all have available to us.  But how do you know if you are doing it right or going deep enough or even if it’s working?

Here are some secrets that will help you get the most out of your trance.

1) Choose a location where you can get really comfortable and won’t be disturbed for the duration of the trance. 

2) The setup is as important as the trance itself.  Before you begin relaxing state out loud the purpose of going into the trance (ie: I want to learn new ways to be more motivated) and the length of time you want it to last.  This sends a clear message to your unconscious regarding what you want to work on and how long the trance should last.

3) Trust the unconscious to do the work, don’t try to consciously control or judge the trance experience, this can actually lighten the level of trance and/or bring you out of the trance earlier than you desire.

4) You’ll be surprised at how accurate your internal body clock is for timing the length of your trance. However, if you have a hard time trusting that you will awaken from the trance at the time you instructed, then set a backup alarm on your cell phone or watch.  This will avoid you consciously guessing how long you have been in the trance state during the trance.

5) Enjoy the experience, after all it’s one of the most personal experiences you can have!  A time when there is nowhere else to be and nothing else to do, it’s time to just simply be.

There are many different techniques and methods for accessing the state of self hypnosis. One of the best ways is to download a recording that provides a trance experience or teaches you how to access the trance state.  The more you experience trance the more trance you’ll experience, meaning that you will learn to go into trance states deeper and faster each time you experience it.

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Self Hypnosis is Outdated

November 24th, 2009

How we act, react and interact in the world determines what we give to the world and ultimately what we receive from the world. The actions we take, whether they are with other people, or situations in general, make a huge impact on where we now find ourselves in life. Small actions taken now make huge differences in the future. You are where you are now because of the actions you have taken in the past. Take the correct small steps now and you will see huge differences in your future.
Unfortunately, most of your actions are driven by your unconscious beliefs, feelings and thoughts. These unconscious behavioural patterns often go unmissed or unnoticed until the physical manifestation of them becomes apparent. Good examples of this would be emotional over-eating, spending more money than you earn, failure to identify why you constantly enter negative relationships etc.
Through the use of self hypnosis it is possible to identify and remove these negative unconscious behaviours and then replace them with positive habits. Self hypnosis is no longer seen just as relaxation technique or something that people who are dedicated to personal development dabble in.
All forms of hypnotherapy, including self hypnosis, have been found to help reduce stress, treat psychological conditions, reduce pain and even remove certain physical symptoms. Through the use of self hypnosis you can re-program the unconscious, or subconscious, part of your mind for success, health, wealth and even happiness.
How you perceive yourself, your place on the world and your abilities, along with how much you feel you deserve, how much you believe you are entitled to have or capable of achieving, determine what you now have in life! You can utilize the power of self hypnosis to completely change such belief systems and thoughts. You can even use the latest self hypnosis techniques to instantly create new ones.
Traditional therapeutic self hypnosis, although still effective, is outdated. With the work taken by NLP practitioners, like Richard Bandler, and hypnosis techniques improved, by hypnotherapists like Paul McKenna, self hypnosis has entered the 21st Century. Improvements in self hypnosis induction techniques mean you can enter trance almost instantly. Other self hypnosis improvements have been made that mean you can now successful treat a phobia in one session and eliminate a negative belief within minutes!
With the dawn of quantum physics and improvements being made in scientific fields we now know the importance that energy fields play in the universe. Everything is composed of energy including you and your thoughts. These energies are constantly in a state of action and interaction, vibrating at different frequencies. Energy pockets that vibrate at a harmonious frequncies attract each other like magnets. Now this may sound like a lot of scientific mumbo-jumbo but when we apply these principles to our lives they become very real and easily workable especially if we employ self hypnosis.
If everything is energy, including your thoughts and even your emotions, and harmonious energies attract each other then what energies do you think you are currently attracting?
If you are holding thoughts and feelings that are negative you will tend to attract negative life experiences. This is true on a quantum level – the level of energy! However, even if you do not understand this or refuse to believe it you can at least entertain the possibility that these thoughts and feelings affect your actions and reactions!
If your actions and reactions are being driven by negative thoughts and feelings then you will take negative actions and get negative results. If these thoughts and feelings are of an unconscious nature then we need an unconscious solution. Self hypnosis gives you instant access to the unconscious part of the mind!
Through modern, improved self hypnosis techniques it is possible to reprogram your mind so that your natural, unconscious and automatic actions become more positive and more in alignment with your dreams, aspirations and goals!
Although there are many new devices and electronic gadgets that can help with self improvement or personal development, self hypnosis remains a tried and tested method for self change and life-improvement!

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Self Hypnosis Trance Guide

November 8th, 2009

It was back when I was studying for my Bachelor of Science honors degree in IT & Computing that I started to notice the similarities between a computer and the subconscious mind.
A computer will only function corectly if it is running a well coded program. Well, your subconscious mind is exactly the same! If it has damaging or negative programs, that come n the form of beliefs, emotions and thoughts, then it will not run effeciently. In fact, it will give you bad results just like a computer running bad software!
For most people programs such as these are hard to see. For some reason human beings do not like looking at their negative qualities and bury their negative programs deep in the subconscious mind. The good news is that there is a way to find and eliminate these negative programs – self hypnosis. By using self hypnosis it is easy to gain access to the subconscious mind and remove negative programs. It is even possible to remove some programs, that have been festering in the subconscious mind and running on automatic for a lifetime, in one session – such is the power and speed of self hypnosis.
Here is a quick simple guide to get you started using self hypnosis as a tool for inner, and ultimately outer, change.
1. First identify what you want. Although this may sound like an obvious thing to do many people can list all the things they don’t want but are hard-pushed to list even 2 things they do want. Of those that can identify their desires many times they are nebulous in nature – “I would like more money”, “I want happiness”.
In order to use the full power of self hypnosis and gain the most benefit from it you must know EXACTLY what you want. What will make you happy? How much money do you really want in dollars and cents?
2. Go somewhere where you will not be disturbed and find a comfortable position. Sitting or lying down are both acceptable.
3. Relax your body. Simple deep breathing often accomplishes this. You can take each part of your body in turn, from the feet to your scalp and tense then relax them. This will allow you to see where you are tense and relax that part of the body. It is important that you remember to relax your face, neck and scalp as many people overlook these areas!
4. Mentally count from ten to one. Breathe deeply throughout the countdown and in your head tell yourself you are going down deep into trance.
5. Imagine a long winding staircase and mentally take each step as you count from 10 to 1 again. This will deepen your trance and relax your body further.
6. Once at the bottom imagine that there is a doorway a little ahead of you and walk through it. This leads to a peaceful place where you feel totally comfortable and at ease.
7. Sit down in your scene and imagine yourself saying aloud any pre-made affirmations you have for change. These affirmations should focus on what you want not what you don’t want and not on anything you are trying to get rid of! Just recite your affirmations for as long as it feels comfortable. Say them in your mind with meaning. Try to feel the feelings you will have when those statements are true.
8. Imagine the scene gently dissolving and you suddenly find yourself in your perfect scene (a scene that shows you already in possession of your desire or at a time when the affirmations you said are now true).
When you are ready simply imagine you walk through the door and ascend the staircase. You can do this quickly. Then count from 1 to 10 and open your eyes.
Using this technique you will have experienced a self hypnosis state and used it to change yourself at a very deep level.

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Using Self Hypnosis on Others

November 2nd, 2009

Self hypnosis, to some, appears mystical or magical – a magical technique that can make people do things against their will and even perform acts without them knowing or remembering. Unfortunately this misguided view of self hypnosis stems from Hollywood depictions of evil hypnotists and government assassination plots.
Stage hypnosis in its current form has damaged the general view of self hypnosis as well. Although highly entertaining, stage hypnotism has damaged the reputation of hypnosis and weakened the generic view of this powerful mind tool.
Self hypnosis and hypnosis are just words used to describe an extremely relaxed state of body and highly focused state of mind. This relaxed state allows us to clear our minds of unwanted mind-clutter, worries and the constant mind chatter associated with them.
With the growing popularity of self hypnosis and the growing awareness of its capacity to create profound internal changes there is becoming a greater lack of understanding about the processes involved. In fact most people never realize that they enter states of self hypnosis regularly. You actually experience states of hypnotic trance many times throughout a normal day.
The one state that most people will most quickly and easily identify as a trance state is that of daydreaming. However, when you watch television read a book or become engaged in an engrossing conversation you are experiencing different degrees of the trance state. You also enter into this type of state just before you fall asleep and directly after awakening.
All hypnosis is self hypnosis, for in order to enter a hypnotic state you must willing give your consent to be hypnotized. No hypnotist can force you into trance!
Self hypnosis can be explained simply as a very relaxed state of body that is accompanied by a heightened sense of mental focus and concentration.
This of course means that hypnosis and self hypnosis are the exact same phenomenon and the fact that we all move in and out of trance states throughout the day means that everyoone is hypnotizable. Added to that, the fact that hypnosis is the same as self hypnosis, we realize that it is possible to use self hypnosis on someone else.
The first thing you need to do if you wish to hypnotize someone else is to experience the state yourself. You will make a much better hypnotist if you have personally experienced the profound peace and heightened focus of the trance state.
There are many great self hypnosis recordings available that can take you into trance within a very small amount of time. By using these recordings you will undergo trance yourself. When you know what it feels like to enter trance you will be more qualified to create it for another.
If you are interested in learning self hypnosis techniques to create trance in yourself and others it is advisable to get a good self hypnosis course. Techniques that you can use on yourself can easily be modified to be used on others. Having already experienced the trances state through pre-recorded sessions you will be better able to identify the processes involved when learning these techniques.
Finding the correct self hypnosis course is important. You need to ensure the course teaches the latest techniques in trance induction. Self hypnosis has moved rapidly into the 21st Century and uses 21st Century techniques and tools. The use binaural beats recordings can also heavily influence your sessions and greatly increase your chances of successfully inducing a trance state in yourself and others. Free binaural beats generators can be downloaded from the Internet and incorporated into your self hypnosis sessions by playing them in the background or listening to them through headphones.
Once you have found the correct course use the techniques on yourself before you try them on someone else. This will help you perfect your skills and the experience necessary to create deeper trance states in your hypnotic subjects.

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10 Powerful Self Hypnosis Tips

October 29th, 2009

It is simply fascinating to discover just how powerful self hypnosis can be. Those who have experienced the wonders of self hypnosis will be amazed to discover that this powerful and effective tool to reprogram your mind into more effective patterns of behavior. Here are 10 powerful self hypnosis tips you can use to accelerate the success rate you can get from your self hypnosis sessions.

Tip #1: Consent

You need to know that in order for self hypnosis to work, you need to give full consent and cooperate with your hypnotherapy. No one can ever make you do anything that you don’t want to do.

If you have ever seen stage hypnosis performed, you may have seen fascinating feats of being able to control others to do seemingly impossible or ridiculous tasks. This is mostly theatrics and does not represent what hypnosis can do for you.

Tip #2: Different Reactions

Different people react differently to suggestions from hypnotherapist. There are situations most conducive to different patients and a good hypnotherapist would take the extra mile to decipher the clues and create situations that would work best for each individual client. Some patients need to feel comfortable with the therapist in order for a session to be effective. Others may prefer to be in a comfy, relaxed dream-like state before a session can be effective.

Tip #3: Trust

Trust is a very important factor when trying to gain substantial improvement from each session. If you are finding it hard to place trust on another person, then using  self hypnosis CD’s and MP3’s might work for you. If you have a high level of trust in the hypnotherapist, then a guided session with a trained professional may be best for you.

Tip #4: Music

Music plays a rather interesting role in a self hypnosis session. The use of the right music can put you in the right state of mind to gain access to the inner recesses of your mind and unleash latent powers that lie dormant deep with your brain.

Tip #5: Brainwave

If you are aware of the latest development in cognitive and brain science, you may be aware of the role brainwave stimulation technology plays in getting a person into the right frame of mind. Research shows that the brain is very receptive suggestions in low frequency brainwave such as the alpha stage. This is the dreamlike state, where one floats between the realms of awareness and unconsciousness.

Tip#6: Emotions

Emotions play a vital role in the success of self hypnosis therapy. It is very important to associate good feelings to every self hypnosis session so that you will put yourself in a receptive state to accept changes that are happening. Remove any feelings of doubt and anxiety, and you would find that your self hypnosis session to be more fruitful and rewarding.

Tip #7: Clothing

Do not dress in tight corset that hugs your figure to reveal that sexy shape of you are a lady, it impairs your ability to relax and breathe normally. For the men, go for relaxed clothing and forget about that brand new tie as well. You can wear that to the next casual gathering. A session with your hypnotherapist should be a totally relaxed session and loose soft fluid clothing should  be perfect.

Tip #8: Feedback

It is good to be aware of the results you are getting in order to make the necessary adjustments. Just keep a record of your progress and take time to analyze what is working and what is not.

Tip#9: Reward

You can choose to reward yourself every time you see a significant change from your self-hypnosis session. This definitely trains your brain to associate good feelings to your self hypnosis effort which would in turn makes you crave for more of that rewards AND the self hypnosis session too.

Tip#10: Gratitude

Living with an attitude of gratitude is imperative to enable one to reap the best life has to offer and to be aware of the abundance within you and around you. Be grateful that you are presented with the ability to improve the quality of the life you live through these helpful self-hypnosis sessions.

Self hypnosis is indeed a powerful tool you can use to enhance your quality of life, if you are willing to pay the price to make this work for you. If you follow the ten tips we share, you will find each session to be more rewarding and more fun than ever before.

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