How to Protect Your Body From Your Own Destructive Thoughts

In my work as a keynote speaker on self-care for Healthcare professionals, I am often asked: “How does mental health impact physical health?” This question is relevant, especially for caregivers who may prioritize others’ well-being at the expense of their own. The answer is that your mental and physical health are deeply interconnected, and understanding…

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How One Simple Thought Stopped An Asthma Attack in Seconds

How Hypnosis Opened a Breath of Relief It was a Friday evening when one of my patients, 15-year-old Daniel*, felt the all-too-familiar tightening in his chest. The wheeze started low, then rose into the panic of an oncoming asthma attack. His inhaler was nearby, but in that moment, he reminded himself of one of the…

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Can Hypnosis Really Control Blood Pressure? This May Surprise You

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer”—but what if silence could also be its cure? One of my clients, Angela, a 61-year-old retired schoolteacher visiting from Duluth, Minnesota, had her blood pressure reach a dangerous peak of 185/110. For years, Angela tried to manage her hypertension the conventional way: diet changes, prescribed medications,…

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