Info on self-hypnosis

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2 total messages Started by Alexander Forth Sun, 13 Dec 1992 23:59

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Author: Alexander Forth
Date: Sun, 13 Dec 1992 23:59

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There have been a lot of calls from people interested in different methods of 
self-hypnosis.  I think that the demand is sufficient to justify the posting
of any relevant information on self-hypnosis to the group instead of by Email, 
whether it be good book titles or an in-depth article.
COULD SOMEONE PLEASE POST THIS INFO TO THE GROUP!!!

Yours quietly,

Alex.

Re: Info on self-hypnosis

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Author: John Wiley
Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1992 05:49

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Still, I'd like to add a thought here.  Antonio noted that he'd read a
book, yet still seeks info due to lack of success.  When I tried to
learn this skill, I had a similar experience.  I read several books,
some of them good, yet still couldn't induce a trance.

In my experience, two things helped me progress.  First, I needed to
identify my own trance state.  I'd in fact achieved what I'd call a
moderate level of trance, but was expecting dramatic effects.  I'd
been trying to "reprogram" behaviors, and create instant changes.
While this is probably possible in a moderate state, a beginniner is
unlikely to manage it effectively.  So my suggestion is, practice.
Also remember that your subconscious may be taking care of you by not
accepting what may not be a well thought out suggestion.

Secondly, I went to an MD who practiced hypnosis for his help in
deepening my state.  This was well worth the cost of the two
sessions.  The toughest part of that decision for me, was trusting the
hypnotist.  Thus choosing an MD helped me somewhat.  I was very clear
with him that my goal was increasing my effectiveness with
self-hypnosis, and that I had no "problems" which he needed to cure.

I hope this is helpful.  I'd like to encourage anyone who's interested
in this skill, to pursue it.  I practiced for several years, and
gained greatly from it.

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