One of the popular hypnosis techniques is called Neuro Linguistic Programming or NLP for short. At first, the concept seems almost like science fiction; that we can re-program the brain to think more efficiently and inevitably change our behavioral patterns by doing so, yet if you really think about it, NLP hypnosis makes perfect sense.
We have all had times where we are cognizant that our depressive or angry thoughts are detrimental to our mood and our health, but it seems like we just cannot stop ourselves. The goal of neuro linguistics is to help individuals regain that control and learn how to stop themselves from thinking and acting against their own best interests.
Developed in the late 1970’s at the University of California at Santa Cruz, NLP was the brainchild of scientists John Grinder and Richard Bandler who were hoping to answer the provocative question of “What makes folks effective and successful”. One part of the study focused on language and how happy, successful folks communicated. By analyzing how communication affected behavior, researchers were able to discover some patterns.
They found that certain words connected directly with folk’s senses, emotions and memories. Often in NLP hypnosis, a patient will be put into a state of trance and told a story in which vivid imagery such as a clear flowing stream, white puffy clouds or a beautiful blue lake, will be used. It is believed that these images will aid in their relaxation, imagination and transformation.
If you do not think this works, then try thinking of a rushing waterfall or dripping faucet the next time you want to urinate and you will find that that it works every time. In that instance, your thoughts are having a direct effect on your bodily functions and behavior. Joe Dispenza, chiropractor, researcher and author of "What the Bleep Do We Know," studied the idea of mind over matter for years before he was given the ultimate test; a debilitating injury from a serious accident. He opted to pass up medical treatment and focus on the healing power of the mind and NLP hypnosis techniques. Needless to say, he returned to his normal activities within weeks and his is certainly not an isolated case. Although medical science has not proven the underlying cause of these miracles, Dr. Dispenza believes it is only a matter of time before neuro linguistic programming becomes a serious science.
Neuro linguistic programming is most commonly found on a deep sleep hypnosis CD or in a power of positive thinking audio book. Unlike traditional hypnosis, this is a more subliminal hypnosis that relaxes the subject into a state of trance. Even though modern science disputes that language can alter someone's state of mind, the fact that folks can slip into a more suggestible state simply by listening to the therapist's vague language offers some credence to this pseudo-science. The only way to truly know is to try it.
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Why Learn Self Hypnosis
Perhaps you are wondering if you should try hypnotizing yourself. According to Bruce Goldberg, author of Self Hypnosis: Easy Ways to Hypnotize Your Phobias Away, this procedure can eliminate unwanted habits, get rid of phobias, slow the aging process, enable you to be more creative, improve concentration and memory, eliminate chronic pain and improve your love life. While it may sound unlikely that folks can simply learn self hypnosis, there are a number of books written on the subject and an even larger inventory of self-help audio tapes, downloads and videos aimed at teaching you just that.
A lot of self hypnosis is all in the wording. NLP hypnosis posits the theory that flowery, artful language is better than authoritative commanding. For instance, you might say to yourself,
Start by counting backwards while breathing deeply, as this is a classic trick to deepen relaxation. With each count, you are going deeper and deeper, and before you know it, you will be in a state of trance!
Now that you are in a suggestible, emotional state, you can begin using "I" phrases to affirm what you wish to learn.
Some folks prefer to spend this time imagining themselves achieving their goals instead. Others still might want to play a tape with someone else's voice guiding their positive thinking here. To awaken from your trance, tell yourself you will feel refreshed and fully awake at the count of three.
Another commonly practiced form of self hypnosis is done with the help of trance music. This fast-tempo genre inspires folks to dance as a means of letting their inhibitions go, which gets the heart rate pumping so the dancer experiences a dissociative sort of exercise high. At the same time, the progressive trance music inspires the mind to be more imaginative, much as classical music and the dancer will feel a marked spiritual shift toward an overwhelming feeling of connectedness in the presence of others. Practiced at clubs, raves or workshops, trance dance hypnosis has its roots back in ancient shaman rituals and African dance. There is no right way to dance, so it is easy for anyone to do. The important thing is that you close your eyes, focus on the beat of the music and let your mind wander freely.
A lot of self hypnosis is all in the wording. NLP hypnosis posits the theory that flowery, artful language is better than authoritative commanding. For instance, you might say to yourself,
"I really look forward to learning how to sky dive," rather than the more authoritative "I'm going to learn to sky dive."Secondly, you will want to use visual imagery. Often successful self-hypnotists will use phrases like,
"I see," "I hear," or "It feels like."Images from nature work particularly good, such as waterfalls, fields full of flowers, streams, clouds, trees, beaches and auras. You should also try to choose attainable goals. So instead of telling yourself,
"I am never going to eat chocolate chip cookies again," you should instead phrase it, "As I begin to make healthier choices and choose more nutritious foods, I will begin to feel lighter and more at peace with myself."There are several common mistakes folks make when they first learn self hypnosis and try to hypnotize themselves. You might find that you are trying to force yourself to imagine something that does not come naturally or are over-analyzing the process. Instead, you will want to be sure that you are completely relaxed first, before you allow your mind to wander.
Start by counting backwards while breathing deeply, as this is a classic trick to deepen relaxation. With each count, you are going deeper and deeper, and before you know it, you will be in a state of trance!
Now that you are in a suggestible, emotional state, you can begin using "I" phrases to affirm what you wish to learn.
Some folks prefer to spend this time imagining themselves achieving their goals instead. Others still might want to play a tape with someone else's voice guiding their positive thinking here. To awaken from your trance, tell yourself you will feel refreshed and fully awake at the count of three.
Another commonly practiced form of self hypnosis is done with the help of trance music. This fast-tempo genre inspires folks to dance as a means of letting their inhibitions go, which gets the heart rate pumping so the dancer experiences a dissociative sort of exercise high. At the same time, the progressive trance music inspires the mind to be more imaginative, much as classical music and the dancer will feel a marked spiritual shift toward an overwhelming feeling of connectedness in the presence of others. Practiced at clubs, raves or workshops, trance dance hypnosis has its roots back in ancient shaman rituals and African dance. There is no right way to dance, so it is easy for anyone to do. The important thing is that you close your eyes, focus on the beat of the music and let your mind wander freely.