As the world expands its boundaries in search of alternative health and therapy options, hypnosis gains its footing as a viable technique used throughout the field of medicine. Similarly, in an age where wireless technology has asserted itself as an everyday learning tool, society now has at its fingertips the map to roads otherwise less traveled. The merger of these two factors presents both an informative and a cost-effective result, allowing the teachings of the art of hypnosis to be readily available to those willing to do the research.
Instructions
1. Find a quiet and comfortable place to sit that is free of distractions.
2. Identify a spot directly in front of you to focus your eyes upon. This allows the mind to settle and gives your consciousness the opportunity to drift into the state of hypnosis.
3. Take deep breaths while sitting and continue to focus on your identified spot. Deep breathing allows the body to relax, which is essential to achieving the desired goal.
4. Refrain from eating a heavy meal prior to hypnosis. This may cause difficulty in achieving the feeling of letting go, and it may interfere with the deep breathing process.
5. Tell yourself how long you wish to be "under." Do not be discouraged if you go over or under the desired time. The goal is to set what is called an "internal clock," with 15 minutes being the average time.
6. Imagine anything that will allow you to count down, usually from 10 to 1. A staircase leading to a door, for example, could be used, leading you to a deeper state of hypnosis. At this point, it is important to make note of what you see and experience. The five senses should be your guide for taking in your surroundings.
7. Count up from 1 to 5 when you are ready to come out of the hypnosis state. Do not rush this process and allow your body to reintegrate at a comfortable rate. Make sure to journal your experiences and go back to them periodically. Interesting discoveries can be made about yourself while using this technique, which may assist you in everyday life.
