Common Questions about Hypnosis

What if I can't be hypnotized?

EVERYONE with normal brain functioning can be hypnotized. It's not like what you see in the movies or Little Britain. Hypnosis brings about a state of physical relaxation and clarity of mind. being very deeply relaxed in both mind and body. When you are in that altered state you are able to make new choices that last.

What is hypnosis?

A state of relaxation and/or a level of concentration that the average individual reaches daily. Self- hypnosis is accomplished most often when one is "absorbed" in a television programme or movie, experiencing repetition (motorway driving), or daydreaming. However, "Hypnotherapy" is guided relaxation and/or concentration where the ideas expressed (suggestions) by the therapist are generally remembered more readily, which in turn creates a new awareness. Depending on the client's motivations, there may be a shift in attitude about specific subject matters (habits and stresses). The only requirement for getting therapeutic results is that the person has a conscious desire to change, or in other words, is in agreement with the suggestions.

Do people do things under hypnosis that are against their morals, or values?

No hypnosis does not detach you from your own sense of right and wrong.

If a subject is given a hypnotic suggestion that does not fit their morals  or ethics they would  usually laugh or come out of hypnosis right away. The relationship between the hypnotist and the subject is that of co operation and consent is required to facilitate change. When you see stage hypnosis on TV , the volunteers are usually under the influence of alcohol and have come to the show for the purpose of relaxing, acting silly and having a good time, therefore, they are easily encouraged to do so. Because inhibitions are often reduced under hypnosis, the subject is more likely to experience their inner character traits and motivations.

Will I reveal secrets?

No. Hypnosis is not a truth serum or mind control and you have the same personal privacy in hypnosis as you would have in other daily interactions. The role of the hypnotherapist is to help you achieve your goals.

Can a person's memory be erased?

No. If one undergoing hypnosis wants to remember, he/she will. In some cases, amnesia can he produced with a post-hypnotic suggestion, but it wears off as quickly as the subject wishes. However, Russell is expertly trained to can help a person transform a memory that may be causing problems. The mind contains unconscious memories that generally are responsible for our decisions, attitudes, feelings, and behaviors.

Do people under hypnosis go to sleep or become unconscious?

No. One should not expect to go to sleep! Hypnosis is a hyper-state of awareness that feels very relaxing. One is completely aware of everything that is occurring in the surrounding environment as well as that which is happening in the inner mind. Many authors in the field feel that hypnosis is a state of consciousness somewhere between being awake and asleep. Some people may go out of hypnosis by falling into natural sleep, but then they may need to be awakened.

What can be treated with hypnotherapy?

I have the skills and the capability to help you alleviate or transform a multitude of symptoms and problems. He has helped people eliminate phobias helped individuals eliminate drugs and alcohol from their lives, helped people quit smoking, lose weight. Basically, if the problem is in the subconscious mind - hypnotherapy will help.

Can I improve my performance with hypnotherapy?

Yes. Hypnosis and NLP can be used to help overcome obstacles and to condition your mind to reach optimum performance more frequently. Russell has worked with writers actors artists and musicians to help them overcome performance anxiety or creative blocks. As well as enhancing the creative flow.

Can Hypnosis Help me with Exams and learning?

Yes. State of mind and concentration is the crucial factor that influences your learning and assimulation of information and skill. If you are bored stressed or anxious your performance and memory can be inhibited. In addition to helping you improve your performance. Russell can teach you strategies to improve your memory and learning.

Can hypnosis help me with these other problems?

PAIN & CHILDBIRTH

Perhaps you saw the feature article television’s 60 minutes had on hypnosis for childbirth. Hypnosis empowers you to release encaphalins and endorphins naturally in your body to lessen or eliminate pain—even in childbirth.

Hypnosis will help you learn to diminish and manage your pain whether it’s acute or chronic as in arthritis or back pain.

OTHER COMMON COMPLAINTS WHERE HYPNOTHERAPY CAN HELP:

Pain, Phobias, Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia, Body/Mind Relaxation, Weight Loss, Quit Smoking, Self-Hypnosis, Panic Attacks, Public Speaking, Stuttering

HEALTH ISSUES WHERE HYPNOTHERAPY HAS BEEN PROVEN EFFECTIVE:

Drug Addiction, Alcohol dependency, Pain relief, Irritable bowel syndrome, Chronic fatigue, Migraines, Allergies, Anorexia nervosa, Eczema, Skin diseases, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Smoking cessation, Asthma, Gastro-intestinal disorders, Snoring, Bulimia nervosa, Impotence, Sports injuries, Bruxism (Teeth Grinding), Insomnia, Tinnitus Candida, Ulcers, Childbirth, Krohns disease, Warts

UNPRODUCTIVE HABITS THAT HYPNOTHERAPY CAN HELP:

Obsessions, Procrastination, Poor self-confidence, Anger, Nervous Habits, Post-natal depression, Blushing, Nervous Tics, Premature ejaculation, Bruxism (Teeth grinding), Enuresis (bed wetting), Oversleeping Shyness, Knuckle Popping, Swearing, Nail biting, Poor self-esteem, Worry

SELF-IMPROVEMENT GOALS THAT HYPNOTHERAPY CAN HELP:

Improve your Assertiveness, Expanding Awareness, Problem solving, Communication, Goal achievement, Public speaking, Creativity, Habit removal, Sales motivation, Creative thinking , Handling criticism, Self hypnosis, Creative visualization, Memory recall, Self image, Creative writing, Motivation to exercise, Self improvement, Decision making, Overcoming blockages, Sports performance, Dream Interpretation, Performance, Stress reduction, Dream Recall, Positive thinking, Team performance, Effective speaking, Priority and goal setting

LEARNING ABILITIES THAT HYPNOTHERAPY CAN HELP:

Reading speed, Concentration, Test taking, Study habits

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