What comes to your mind first when you hear the words – Self Hypnosis? Do you think of black magic, loss of consciousness, or doing bizarre things? Hold your thoughts, popular culture has never portrayed what self hypnosis truly is. It is the ability to focus your energy while your mind and body go in a deep state of relaxation. Clear out some of the misconceptions attached to self hypnosis:
Myth: Hypnotism is for the weak-minded.
This is completely false as research and studies have shown that above average people, those who are creative and intelligent, those who have a high concentration ability can do hypnosis in a better way. We all do it naturally when we daydream or lose track of time. It takes real strength and discipline to place yourself in a trance state and use it to improve your life.
Myth: You just sleep in hypnosis.
When you see someone in a trance state, he may look like he is asleep, but scientific studies have concluded that people in a hypnotic state are much more aware of their surroundings.
Myth: Hypnosis is an expensive & complicated routine.
No! You don’t need any expensive or rare materials with you during your hypnotism routine, neither it is a difficult process to follow. Don’t fall for what you have seen in the movies or stage shows, no requirement of special clothes, specific aromas or incense, eerie music, etc. Also, no need for any blood pressure checks, changing diets, or taking medications. It is an easy and simple procedure that can be practiced by all of us.
Myth: You can forever get stuck in a trance state.
Fact: This is just not possible, no one has ever got stuck in a trance state as it is naturally occurring. You may fall asleep, but you can wake up naturally from it on your own exactly like your everyday sleep state in the morning.
Myth: Hypnotism is a Magical Cure
Don’t even think on those lines that hypnotism will bestow upon you some kind of super abilities or instantly cure you of deep and serious issues. It is a relatively quick way of making permanent improvements in yourself, but that doesn’t happen in one session. The rate of improvement depends on each individual.
Self hypnosis has been proven effective in solving problems, helping you focus on your goals, improving the quality of your life, taking decisions, increasing concentration, etc. But if you are doing it for the first time, better take the guidance of an expert to do it safely and correctly and get the most out of it.