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What is HYPNOSIS?
Hypnosis is a perfectly natural state of mind. It is simply a
slower brain wave state characterized by extraordinary
mental and physical relaxation in which the doorway to the
subconscious mind opens.
Why does HYPNOSIS work?
The conscious mind, that part that allows us to reason,
solve problems and make decisions, accounts for only "will
power" so often fails us when we depend on it to help us
make changes in ourselves.
The subconscious mind is the feeling part of us which
contains all our emotions, memories, habits, belief systems
and controls all of our internal organs. It accounts for
90% of our mental power.
Our subconscious mind is unable to reason or rationalize.
It does not know the difference between right or wrong,
but does what we instruct or "program" it to do. If we tell
it we are competent people, we will be. If we tell it we are
inferior people, that is what we will become.
Most of our programming takes place during our childhood
before we develop our ability to reason. This explains why
some of our earlier belief systems no longer serve us as
they once did.
If during childhood we are praised, encouraged and are
put down and criticized we will develop a poor self-esteem.
Fortunately, most of the programming we received as
children serves us well as adults, but we also received
negative programming, usually put there unknowingly by
parents, teachers and peers.
The negative programming is what holds us back as adults.
It determines our self-esteem, our confidence level,
whether we succeed in reaching our goals and how we
react to situations and stresses of life.
Hypnosis allows us to go back and replace any negative
programming with positive systems of our choosing. The
process of hypnosis gives us the power to utilize 100% of
our mental resources to make the changes in ourselves
that we desire.
What does HYPNOSIS feel like?
Hypnosis is always accompanied by an extraordinary sense
of physical relaxation. Every muscle in your body becomes
pleasantly relaxed and all tension disappears. However,
your mind is quite aware of what is taking place. In fact,
your mind is in an expanded state of awareness. Most
people find the experience extremely pleasant.
Who can be hypnotized?
Hypnosis is simply a relaxation process. In fact, every
healthy individual goes into and out of the same brain
wave you are in while hypnotized each and every day. If
willing, anyone can be hypnotized.
Can I be made to do something against my will?
You maintain the ability to reject any suggestion given to
you while in hypnosis. No one can make you do anything
against your will. You are always in control of your own
mind and body. The hypnotherapist is simply a facilitator.
Can I get stuck in HYPNOSIS?
No! Absolutely not! Remember, hypnosis is a perfectly
natural state of mind. It is part of our brain wave cycle, as
are sleep and fully conscious states. You maintain control.
Will I be unconscious?
No, you are simply in a dual state of mind where the
subconscious and conscious minds overlap. You are
actually in an expanded state of awareness.
Is the school registered with the appropriate
government bodies?
The Pacific Institute is registered with The International
Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association and the
Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British
Columbia.
Will my certification be recognized across Canada?
There is no legislation in Canada relating to hypnotherapy
at this time. This is something we are concerned about and
working on. Graduates can practice anywhere in Canada
and in most states in the U.S.
Does the school offer support after graduation?
We offer continued support to all graduates to ensure
professional development. Advanced workshops, online
chats, mentoring and one-on-one consultation are
encouraged.
Hypnosis is a perfectly natural state of mind. It is simply a
slower brain wave state characterized by extraordinary
mental and physical relaxation in which the doorway to the
subconscious mind opens.
Why does HYPNOSIS work?
The conscious mind, that part that allows us to reason,
solve problems and make decisions, accounts for only "will
power" so often fails us when we depend on it to help us
make changes in ourselves.
The subconscious mind is the feeling part of us which
contains all our emotions, memories, habits, belief systems
and controls all of our internal organs. It accounts for
90% of our mental power.
Our subconscious mind is unable to reason or rationalize.
It does not know the difference between right or wrong,
but does what we instruct or "program" it to do. If we tell
it we are competent people, we will be. If we tell it we are
inferior people, that is what we will become.
Most of our programming takes place during our childhood
before we develop our ability to reason. This explains why
some of our earlier belief systems no longer serve us as
they once did.
If during childhood we are praised, encouraged and are
put down and criticized we will develop a poor self-esteem.
Fortunately, most of the programming we received as
children serves us well as adults, but we also received
negative programming, usually put there unknowingly by
parents, teachers and peers.
The negative programming is what holds us back as adults.
It determines our self-esteem, our confidence level,
whether we succeed in reaching our goals and how we
react to situations and stresses of life.
Hypnosis allows us to go back and replace any negative
programming with positive systems of our choosing. The
process of hypnosis gives us the power to utilize 100% of
our mental resources to make the changes in ourselves
that we desire.
What does HYPNOSIS feel like?
Hypnosis is always accompanied by an extraordinary sense
of physical relaxation. Every muscle in your body becomes
pleasantly relaxed and all tension disappears. However,
your mind is quite aware of what is taking place. In fact,
your mind is in an expanded state of awareness. Most
people find the experience extremely pleasant.
Who can be hypnotized?
Hypnosis is simply a relaxation process. In fact, every
healthy individual goes into and out of the same brain
wave you are in while hypnotized each and every day. If
willing, anyone can be hypnotized.
Can I be made to do something against my will?
You maintain the ability to reject any suggestion given to
you while in hypnosis. No one can make you do anything
against your will. You are always in control of your own
mind and body. The hypnotherapist is simply a facilitator.
Can I get stuck in HYPNOSIS?
No! Absolutely not! Remember, hypnosis is a perfectly
natural state of mind. It is part of our brain wave cycle, as
are sleep and fully conscious states. You maintain control.
Will I be unconscious?
No, you are simply in a dual state of mind where the
subconscious and conscious minds overlap. You are
actually in an expanded state of awareness.
Is the school registered with the appropriate
government bodies?
The Pacific Institute is registered with The International
Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association and the
Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British
Columbia.
Will my certification be recognized across Canada?
There is no legislation in Canada relating to hypnotherapy
at this time. This is something we are concerned about and
working on. Graduates can practice anywhere in Canada
and in most states in the U.S.
Does the school offer support after graduation?
We offer continued support to all graduates to ensure
professional development. Advanced workshops, online
chats, mentoring and one-on-one consultation are
encouraged.
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