I recently attended a half-day workshop about rapid induction, getting people into trance quickly, and having fun with the process. It was very different from previous trainings which I’ve attended. Importantly, I’ve come away with lots of new ideas, lots of questions, and a desire to rethink how I use hypnosis. It’s all good stuff. […]
There are lots of misconceptions about hypnosis. You suddenly lose your free will and become subject to the power of the hypnotist. Some think that only the gullible can be hypnotised. Others suggest that it’s only for the weak-minded. And the list goes on. The reality is that you’re always in control and all that
The human mind is an amazing thing. It does so much, from storing and organising our memories to running our bodies, protecting and preserving us at all times. And there is a massive difference between what we can do with our conscious and unconscious minds. The conscious mind, limited to our logical, rational thinking can
It surprises and troubles me that so many people, adults and children, experience recurring issues with anxiety. While a certain level of anxiety is perfectly natural, being so overwhelmed is certainly not. Anxiety for many is hugely debilitating. It stops people from living the life they want to live. Additionally, it reduces choices and options,
The unconscious mind is hugely powerful, and it’s able to process over 10 million bits of information every second. On the other hand, our conscious mind can only manage between 40 and 140 bits at any one time. All learning, behaviour and change is done on an unconscious level. Seriously, if you doubt this, just
The link between good sleep, good health, and resilience is undeniable. And as we learn more about sleep and what happens to us when we sleep, its importance continues to become more and more apparent. Yet, many endure poor sleep for years. Indeed, I’ve met people who have lived for decades with poor sleep. Importantly,