WHAT IS SELF HYPNOSIS - VITAL HARMONY

18 Dec

18Dec

Hypnosis is a focused, relaxed mental state with heightened suggestibility, used to manage pain, anxiety, stress, and habits like smoking, by guiding attention away from distractions and accessing deeper mental processes for therapeutic change, acting like a focused trance where the mind becomes more open to positive suggestions for behavior or sensation alteration, guided by a therapist or self-initiated. It's generally safe but requires trust and isn't for everyone, helping individuals gain new perspectives and control over thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. What it is

An altered state of consciousness similar to daydreaming or light sleep, not unconsciousness.
Involves deep relaxation, focused attention, and reduced awareness of surroundings.
- The mind becomes more receptive to suggestions, allowing temporary shifts in perception, emotion, or behavior.

What it's used for (Benefits)

Pain Management: Burns, childbirth, cancer pain, fibromyalgia, headaches.
Behavior Change: Quitting smoking, overeating, sleep issues, bed-wetting.
Mental Health: Reducing anxiety, fears, phobias, and stress related to medical procedures.
Cancer Support: Easing chemotherapy/radiation side effects.

How it works (Mechanism)

Decreases activity in the brain's default mode network, allowing temporary suspension of self-judgment and identity.
Turns down the salience network, reducing distractions and increasing focus on internal thoughts.
It's a cooperative process; you can interrupt it, and it relies on your imagination and willingness.

Types & Methods

Therapeutic (Hypnotherapy): A trained professional guides sessions.
Self-Hypnosis: Using techniques like progressive muscle relaxation, visualization (e.g., a candle flame), or mantras to induce it yourself.

Safety & Considerations

Generally safe with a trained practitioner.
Not recommended for severe depression or psychosis.
Rare side effects: dizziness, headache, drowsiness, anxiety, or false memories.

Hypnosis | Johns Hopkins MedicineWhat is hypnosis? Hypnosis is similar to sleep where the mind is in an altered, relaxed state. When under hypnosis, the mind can s...Johns Hopkins Medicine
What is hypnosis and how might it work? - PMC - PubMed CentralTo enter hypnosis, one needs to focus attention (this is done during a hypnotic induction), and there are many ways to achieve thi...National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov)
Hypnosis - WikipediaHypnosis typically involves an introduction to the procedure during which the subject is told that suggestions for imaginative exp...Wikipedia

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