What is it? Why do it? And who are we?
Hypnosis: a Definition and Explanation
Hypnosis is a natural state, created by an overload of information (similar to the time right before falling asleep), that causes us to become hyper- suggestible, thereby providing access to the subconscious mind.
Believe it or not, we utilize only about 12% of the mind's total power. This small percentage, called the conscious mind, is comprised of reason, decision, willpower and logic. The other 88% is the subconscious mind, and is made up of primitive automatic flight-or-fight reactions (natural instincts to help man evolve and survive), and all the associations we have learned without even being aware that we are doing so. Hypnosis is an exciting and empowering tool that helps change your subconscious associations and responses into ones that better suit your present needs.
During a hypnotic state, you are consciously aware of what is going on in your surroundings. However, information enters directly into your subconscious mind without first being filtered by your critical mind. Because you are completely aware, no one is able to control you or force you to do something that you wouldn't naturally choose to do. You won't reveal dark inner secrets or dance like a chicken -- unless, of course, you want to!
You may have heard that some people aren't "hypnotizable." This simply isn't true. If you can fall asleep, then you are hypnotizable.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming™ is described by one of its founders as "the study of the structure of subjective experience and what can be learned from it." It allows you to harness success as you discover the language of your own mind. We each experience life in our own unique way, and NLP™ helps us learn how to take responsibility for our lives by understanding how we process information, store memories, and communicate with ourselves and the world around us. NLP allows you to replace negative emotions and limiting beliefs with better strategies that enable you to make the changes you want.
Therapeutic Imagery is a technique for using your imagination to visualize the positive outcomes you want. It allows you to use your inner fantasy to coax yourself into the path you wish to follow. It can help you discover your inner guides and your symbolic subconscious patterns, and illuminate new possibilities that are available to you.
Certified Master Hypnotist
Certified NLP Practitioner
Certified Therapeutic Imagery Facilitator
Tara studied hypnotherapy at HMI (the Hypnosis Motivation Institute), graduating in the summer of 2008, with certification in NLP™, Therapeutic Imagery and several other modalities. She has been interested in hypnosis and the power of the mind ever since going to a hypnotist to eliminate her fear of flying. After realizing how powerful this tool is, she immediately embraced learning how to use it. She has a strong desire to empower others to create the lives they want -- free of fears, free of habits, and free of limiting beliefs and behaviors!
Candace Platt C.H.
Certified Hypnotist
Certified NLP Practitioner
Candace was certified as a Hypnotist through HMI in the summer of 2007, and certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming™ by TransWORLD in the fall of 2007. She combines her hypnosis and NLP™ skills with her 30+ years of experience as a writer to help her create detailed, personalized hypnosis scripts. She is ecstatic about the wonderful positive life changes that NLP™ and hypnosis offer, and is excited to share these powerful tools!
Make the Changes You Want
Hypnosis, NLP™ and Therapeutic Imagery are all wonderful tools that enable you to make changes in your life. If you consciously want to change, but it isn't happening, there may be something in your subconscious that is stopping you. If you can alter the subconscious to line up with the conscious, you will find ease and peace in making lasting positive choices and changes. Hypnotherapy can empower you to create the life you want!