Prepare yourself for change and learning. Almost everyone initially has misconceptions about what self-hypnosis and hypnosis really is and what it can do. Self-hypnosis and hypnosis are inextricably linked. When you really do find out about what your hypnosis can do you will be surprised, curious and want to know more. The following text explains the useful truth about hypnosis:
“Is it safe to go into self-hypnosis?”
Very safe. You enter hypnosis via a deep relaxation technique and the entire experience is safe and controlled by you at all times. Not only is it safe -experiencing, using, and understanding hypnosis is really interesting and useful.
“What does self-hypnosis feel like?”
It feels like a really easy connection with being deeply relaxed and calm, whilst still being aware of everything happening around you. It is a pleasant dream-like state, that is very similar to day-dreaming – which is why self-hypnosis seems so familiar. You will feel wonderfully relaxed, and you may well find that your sleep much better, as a result of experiencing and knowing self-hypnosis.
“Can I be referred by my GP (Medical Doctor) to learn Self-hypnosis?”
Yes – and many NHS and private doctors now refer people to hypnotherapists to learn self-hypnosis. Even as early as in the 1950’s both the British Medical Association and the Aerican Medical Association recognized the use of hypnotherapy and self-hypnosis.
Will I be under the hypnotherapists or self-hypnosis trainer’s power?”
No. You are in charge – you cannot ever be made to do anything against your will and you cannot go into hypnosis if you do not want to (which is contrary to what many people think). It is your experience and you are in control throughout – which is why people can learn self-hypnosis, so easily.
“What if I can’t go into self-hypnosis?”
You can. Everyone can. As long as you wish to enter into a learning and discovering trance you will. You and your unconscious know much more about trance than you realise consciously.
“What general benefits can I expect to notice from learning self-hypnosis?”
You can expect to notice feeling and being more mentally calm and more physically relaxed in yourself, you’ll feel more confident in yourself and find your quality of sleep has improved. And that is just the start.
“Can I bring a friend to the open forum?”
Of course. If you would like to bring a friend or a family member along to the open forum evening. Friends and family are always welcome.
“What can Self-Hypnosis help with?”
Click How Hypnosis Can Help You for a list of the many ways in which hypnosis, and so also, self-hypnosis can help you.