I am often asked what is Hypnosis? Many only know of hypnosis from stage or television shows. Stage Hypnosis is purely for entertainment, as the hypnotist knows volunteers are there to have fun and select individuals who are outgoing and would do well with instructions to maximize entertainment experience.
Hypnosis is not mind control. As a matter of fact, the client has control at all times. Many have asked, ‘Will I bark like a dog or cluck like a chicken?’ I cannot make you do anything. Unless that is why you have come to me to do, it’s not going to occur. In fact, clinical hypnosis was utilized in the field during the Civil War as anesthetics were not available. Over time, awareness and research has grown in the field and is recognized by the National Institute of Health, Stanford University, among others.
Hypnosis is a normal, natural process that occurs within us every day. Have you traveled a route familiar to you but do not remember the details of your travels? Have you been so deeply engrossed in a movie or book that you tune out everything around you? Have you found yourself daydreaming or lost in thought? These are all examples of Hypnosis.
Hypnosis at its root is simply focus and absorption; allowing yourself to be fully present and mindful in the moment. I call this, “being in the zone.” While not a substitute to medical or mental health therapies, hypnosis supports both. Our minds are simply amazing and are capable of great things. My position is similar to that of a coach; I am here to help guide you through the process but the work and success are within you. Hypnosis is a process of accessing the subconscious portion of our minds.
Within your subconscious is every moment of your life from birth to this very moment. This is where habits, fears, phobias and emotions are stored. While on a conscious level we may not always be able to access this information. Hypnosis allows individuals to access the subconscious to process this information. An individual may appear to be asleep, conscious mind and physical body relaxed but the subconscious is aware and alert.
Clients have complete control to ask questions or even stop during a session. The stages of hypnosis and sleep are similar. You will not say or do anything you wouldn’t normally do, nor will your core values and beliefs be affected as your subconscious is always with you. It is the little voice that gives advice; the voice that reminds you of how awesome you are!
While individual experiences vary, I focus on results and assist you to find a solution to the aspects of your life that you feel are holding you back. Hypnosis is not a long-term process, but one within us. I welcome you to discuss how Hypnosis may be able to help you reach your goals.
As always, take care and be good to yourself!
Marie
July 2018