Communication
The Elderly Man Who Reclaimed His Memory
How Hypnosis Helped an Aging Brain Find Its Way Back In 1991, I met with a gentleman named Ben, a retired accountant in his late seventies who had become increasingly frustrated by his declining memory. He wasn’t suffering from advanced dementia. He was able to recognize family members. But he was trapped in a frustrating…
Read MoreRewriting Childhood Trauma Through Hypnosis: A survivor found healing without reliving the pain.
Many people have never heard of the silent files stored in the brain. In the 1990s, a neurologist working with trauma survivors noticed something unusual. Some patients could describe painful childhood experiences in vivid detail yet showed no physiological distress, spike in heart rate, sweating, or visible anxiety. It was as if the memory had…
Read MoreHow a Teacher Beat Social Anxiety with Hypnosis
A case from the early 2000s involving a middle school teacher who nearly quit her career because she could not face people. In 2003, a middle school English teacher, known here as “Laura” to protect her privacy, was on the verge of leaving the profession she loved. Her lesson plans were excellent. Her students performed…
Read MoreHow a Woman Left an Abusive Relationship Using Hypnosis
How trauma-informed hypnosis helped a survivor reclaim agency, safety, and self-trust In 1987, a clinical case circulated among trauma researchers in my town; it was not in the headlines, nor in textbooks. A woman in her early 30s had returned to the same abusive partner seven times. Each time, she could clearly explain why she…
Read MoreUnlock Your Inner Strength: Harnessing the Power of Self-Encouragement to Overcome Life’s Challenges
Imagine this: A young aspiring musician stands alone on stage, with trembling hands clutching a ukulele, trembling with self doubt. As the spotlight shines, doubts flood her mind. But in that vulnerable moment, a voice of self-encouragement rises within her. Reminded of her passion and talent, she plays with newfound determination, fear melting away. This…
Read MoreAre you ready to finally face your challenges and take a step forward to a brighter future?
Life is full of a succession of both good and bad experiences. One moment, you may believe you have all the answers. Then, you get tossed a curveball With little time to prepare. You’re not alone in your reactions. Everyone has to confront their own set of challenges. Discovering how to conquer your challenges…
Read MoreIs Your Relationship Solid Enough to Survive the Holidays?
Relationships are not easy at the best of times. During the holidays, however, the pressures can increase even further. Spending time with relatives and estranged families, introducing your new beau to other people in your life, meeting (your partner’s) friends, feeling the financial strain of Christmas shopping, cooking and entertaining like there is no tomorrow.…
Read MoreThe Power of Words
The Power of Words on Children Last week I met with a teenager for a hypnosis session; she was anxious as she feared there was a change that was about to occur in what was at that moment her home. This young lady had found out there was probably an ensuing divorce between her parents. So…
Read MoreAre You Aware Of How Your Thoughts Affect Your Destination?
Have you ever heard, “ask and ye shall receive,” “like attracts like,” or “birds of a feather flock together?” Then you may be aware that your thoughts attract other similar people, situations and circumstances, positive and negative. It is true that you get what you want when you are 1) clear about what you want;…
Read MoreWhat Effects Do Words Have On You?
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. We probably all realize that this childhood verse is far from the truth. Words do injure; words wound. Teasing, hatred and disgrace, all are a source of injury, and when it is conveyed in childhood from a child’s peers or a respected…
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