Hypnosis is a process used to access the sub-conscious mind. Our patterns of behaviour are based on associations we have made from our thoughts to our emotions. Certain thoughts trigger certain emotions, and likewise, certain emotions can trigger certain thoughts.
Within hypnosis, you can learn to tune into your feelings and associate your thoughts with your feelings, and then learn to be more discerning in your conscious waking state when a certain feeling or thought arises. In this manner, merely by recognizing the connection of the thought and emotion, you are stopping the automatic, or trigger reaction. This is essential when dealing with behavioural changes.
Many people are wary of hypnosis and have misconceptions around the process of hypnosis. The hypnotic state is a very natural state of physical relaxation and heightened mental awareness. We slide in and out of different states of consciousness all day long, and we often enter into a hypnotic trance state while wide awake.
One example of this kind of trance state is road hypnosis. When you are driving, you often slip into a trance state because of the constant movement of the car and the road going by. Sometimes you may become drowsy while driving or not remember driving the most recent mile or so on your trip, or you may even miss your exit on the motorway.
Another common trance state is when you are very absorbed in watching a film or reading a book, you may even not hear someone in the same room talking to you. You are in a waking trance state when these situations occur.
There are many myths surrounding hypnosis, which are usually from books, comics and films. Below are some truths:-
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You can not be made to do anything against your basic belief system while in trance.
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You may end a trance at any time by opening your eyes.
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You can not get stuck in trance.
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You may fall into a natural sleep while in trance, but when you awaken, you will be
fully out of trance.
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Anyone who wants to be hypnotised can be hypnotised, although the depth of trance will vary with each person.
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There are two different kinds of hypnosis - self-hypnosis and hypnosis guided by a hypnotherapist. Self-hypnosis is easy to learn, but requires more discipline than guided hypnosis.
The advantages of self-hypnosis are, it may be done in the privacy of your own home at your own convenience, it does not require anyone else, and you can use the process as much as possible, or when a specific problem presents itself. With practice, anyone can learn self-hypnosis techniques to resolve inner conflict and to gain greater awareness of self.
Much can be learned through hypnosis. The more you involve yourself in understanding your thoughts, emotions, and actions, the greater your understanding of your experiences will be. With this understanding comes a greater sense of well being, peace and unity in yourself.
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Theraputic Techniques we employ include:
This therapy looks at how we do things in order to achieve a model of excellence.
It is possible to study the language patterns, beliefs and mannerisms of someone in order to illicit change.
NLP is often used in the business world but it is just as valuable in a therapeutic setting, to enhance performance, remove obstacles and eliminate unhelpful patterns of behaviour.
This is one of several Meridian therapies.
The basis of all these therapies is an understanding of how thoughts relate to energy fields within the body.
This is not unlike the theory behind acupuncture and, in fact, specific meridian points are utilized in this therapy in order to release negative emotions.
Clients are taught how to tap on these points in order to deal with both emotional and physical problems.
We become stressed when the pressures (stressors) in our lives become greater than our coping abilities.
This can be real or perceived. Not all stress is bad but too much can make us ill.
It is said that stress is the scourge of the twenty-first century and stress within the workplace is now a recognisable consideration in litigation.
Stress can manifest itself in many ways. While some people may become withdrawn or depressed, others may experience anxiety and panic attacks.
Physical reactions may include headaches, insomnia and frequent infections.
The role of a stress manager is to identify the causes of stress and teach the client specific techniques which help put them back in control.
Although it is not always possible to eradicate stress from someone's life, it is important to help clients identify and control their own personal stress reactions, whilst eliminating unhelpful coping mechanisms and understanding the causes of their stress.
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David and Duncan hold externally recognised and accredited qualifications in
all of the above fields.
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