It was only some years ago that hypnosis and hypnotherapy began to become enter into the mainstream consciousness. This was fuelled by the media popularization of self-help books on self-hypnosis and DVDs such as The Secret. Nowadays hypnosis is a hip word; almost everyone in every field has heard about it and many have even come out to testify as to how using hypnosis has helped them make the necessary changes that they so want.
So it was no surprise when Ben Affleck (a popular American actor) said on Oprah recently that he had managed to successsfully quit smoking through hypnotherapy. Affleck told viewers that he had been smoking for over 20 years (almost all of his adult life) - he kept telling himself that he would quit someday, but he just never got around to it. Finally, he decided to make a commitment to quit after the birth of his child. He engaged a professional hypnotherapist to help him do it. Today, he is a non-smoker, and he has declared he'll stay that way!
Many CEO’s, pro athletes and successful people use hypnosis. Hypnosis is simply accessing the subconscious part of your mind. What people find intriguing is that this happens naturally everyday without people realizing it. It happens just before we fall asleep, just before we awaken, when we day dream, when we’re watching T.V. or playing computer games and when we’reengrossed in an activity. And better yet, it costs nothing, is easy to do and can be utilized immediately.
The subconscious mind is similar to intuition, gut feeling or even conscience. It is where all memory, creativity, morality, ethics and guidance lie. It determines our habits and beliefs. You can easily learn how you can harness this ability to help you make changes in your life. And if you suffer from psychological challenges stemming from your past, you can easily get them resolved by visiting an experienced and trained hypnotherapist.
Today's blog article provides you with tips to help get you started on the path to quitting smoking.
1) Make the commitment. Say it aloud, and write down your goal, then paste in up in a place you will be bound to see. This will serve as a constant reminder.
2) Set a target goal date - this is when you aim to stop smoking completely.
3) Set quiet time for yourself daily. You will need to find a spot where you can easily relax.
4) When you are in your quiet spot, you should close your eyes and concentrate on breathing. Once your breathing becomes steady and you are relaxed, you are in a state to receive positive suggestions. This state would feel like when you are daydreaming or in deep focus.
5) Now, you should repeat your goal to yourself. Also, visualize your goal - that is, you have stopped smoking and have no need for it anymore. By Visualizing and repeating the positive statements during your quiet period, you are reinforcing them.
Quitting smoking is a very difficult process, as any smoker will tell you. A person may stop smoking for a short duration, then feel compelled to smoke again when the craving kicks in. Mood swings, lethargy and intense cravings can be obstacles to overcome; but these are physiological reactions to the nicotine withdrawal.
The mind is stronger than we think. It is possible to quit smoking through hypnosis - in fact, I believe no other method can truly work as well and be sustainable over the long run as hypnosis can!
With the tips above, you are off to a great start. Please note that one major problem for most people trying to quit is how to get into a relaxed mode in order to accept the positive suggestions. This is where professional hypnotherapists can help. With a professional's help you are brought into a relaxed state very easily, and positive suggestions will stop the cravings for cigarettes, even when you are out of hypnosis. Another added benefit, is that when you actually pay for professional help, you are also demonstrating your commitment to yourself - you are making a change NOW.
Remember always, whichever method you choose on your path to quit smoking - the most important thing is your commitment level. You must want to quit, and act accordingly to do so.
The information contained on this blog is provided for one's general interest and knowledge only, and it does not constitute as therapy. Those seeking professional attention on specific issues are advised to contact us directly. My team and I are based in Singapore and offer one-on-one hypnotherapy, counseling and coaching sessions. We can be contacted by email at info[at]petrahypnosis.com. You may also call us at 6-250-6166 or 9-1000-432.
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