Hypnosis is a natural state of selective, focused attention with reduced peripheral awareness (blocking out sources of distraction) and an enhanced capacity to respond to suggestions, often accompanied by deep relaxation. In this state, a person is more open to suggestions, which can influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Hypnosis can occur naturally (like daydreaming) or be induced by a trained professional, often called a hypnotist or hypnotherapist. It is commonly used for therapeutic purposes, such as managing pain, reducing stress, overcoming habits (like smoking), or improving focus. Despite popular misconceptions, hypnosis does not involve mind control, and individuals remain aware and in control during the process.
Even though hypnosis is 100% natural and normal, it remains one of the most fascinating phenomena of the human mind. Our ability to enter this unique state of consciousness opens the door to countless possibilities for healing, self-exploration and change.
Hypnosis, called by different names in different cultures and times, has been recognized for thousands of years and used for many purposes.
Hypnotherapy is the process of using hypnosis, as a therapeutic technique, to interact with the subconscious mind in an open-reflective process to create positive change in your life in the form of new responses, thoughts, attitudes, behaviors or feelings.
A person who is hypnotized displays most notably heightened suggestibility and responsiveness.
There are many techniques, many styles and many applications of hypnotherapy. They all have several things in common – a strong desire to change, a state of deeply relaxed focus, and use of language and visualization in relationship to emotions.
I always evaluate individual needs before I chose a tool or combination of techniques to help you achieve your desired goals.
The scope of concerns that can be solved is unlimited
I understand that hypnosis can be perceived as a complicated subject.
To shed more light on this concept, allow me to answer some questions or concerns you may have before we work together.
Hypnosis is a very natural process of entering a state of deep relaxed focus. This helps your subconscious mind become more attentive and receptive to suggestions, and thus, be more open to positive change. With Hypnosis, we can create desired changes in behavior and encourage mental and physical well-being.
The benefits of hypnosis are limitless. Here are just few of the many areas that hypnosis can help you transform your life with – boost of confidence, motivation and self-esteem, end procrastination or self-sabotage, reduction of stress, anxiety and depression, pain control, pre and post-surgery, strengthening of immune system, optimum healing of acute and chronic illnesses, sound and restful sleep, weight loss, elimination of fears and phobias, elimination of undesired behaviours and habits (smoking, alcohol…), life issues, relationship and broken heart issues, enhancement of professional and sports performance, pass life experiences and more.
Hypnosis is a natural, though altered, state of mind. You enter some form of hypnotic state at least twice a day, while waking up and while falling asleep, and probably much more often than that, while driving a car, being deeply engrossed in a book or a movie or daydreaming. Through these activities, you temporarily block out other thoughts and the outside world. Therefore, most people with at least average intelligence and ability to concentrate can enter hypnotic relaxation easily, provided they want to.
No. Hypnosis is not sleep or unconsciousness. It is a comfortable and natural state of highly focused concentration. You can expect to remain fully aware of everything that occurs during your session. This means that you are completely awake, but your conscious mind is extremely relaxed and at the same time highly alert.
Since you are completely in charge of letting yourself be hypnotized, your own mind determines how much or how little you wish to contribute to a hypnosis session. You can just as freely answer or not answer questions in a hypnotic state, as you do when you are wide-awake.
Absolutely not. Despite what you may have seen on TV, hypnosis does not make you the slave of the person hypnotizing you. You will never do anything while you are hypnotized that you wouldn’t do under normal circumstances. You are in full possession of all your faculties, and you are more aware and more focused while being in a hypnotic state. You are free to reject or receive any suggestion at any time. All hypnosis is actually “self-hypnosis”, and no hypnotist can make you do anything that is against your values or ethics, or make you say, experience or reveal anything you don’t want to.
You must want the change, agree with the change, and then hypnosis becomes an instrument to help you make that change better, faster, and permanent.
It is impossible to become stuck in hypnosis. Since you are always in control and you are not unconscious, you are able to emerge from the hypnotic state anytime you desire. The number one job of your subconscious mind is to protect you, and therefore it is always alert.
You can also come out of this state when given a verbal cue by the hypnotherapist. Sometimes when you are prompted to come out of your hypnosis you may not feel like it, because what you are experiencing feels so good. When that happens, it may take you a few minutes to return to your normal awareness, but that is only because you want to stay to continue enjoying the experience, not because you are being forced to stay in it or because you can’t come out of it on your own. You are always in control, even when you are in a deep hypnotic state.
Yes, you can absolutely hypnotize yourself. You will need to learn the proper way to do it but once you’ve had some instructions, it is very possible and easy to hypnotize yourself. If you are trained, you can also use self-hypnosis between sessions with a hypnotherapist. This state of consciousness is similar to meditation, which allows for little extra relaxation, however with the right intention it may also help you speed up and strengthen the process of undergoing therapy.
It is however important to understand that self-hypnosis is not a substitution for clinical hypnotherapy. With use of self-hypnosis, you won’t get the expertise and therapeutic help that you would be getting from a trained hypnotherapist. Therefore, if you decide to use hypnosis to help you deal with anxiety, depression, or deep psychological issues, you should see a professional therapist instead of relying only on self-hypnosis.
Many issues can be addressed in just 1 or 2 sessions with noticeable results. For permanent resolution of most deep imbedded issues, it is however realistic to allow commitment to more than one session with a hypnotherapist.
For smoking cessation or for weight control and eating issues, an initial commitment of 3 to 6 sessions is strongly encouraged.
In most cases you reprogram yourself to release habitual patterns, which have been part of you for a very long time. Success is achieved through repetition and reinforcement of the positive suggestions until the new, improved behavioural patterns are integrated into your life and routine.
Self-hypnosis Classes
Self-hypnosis can be best described as a self-induced, intentional trance. It is an altered state of consciousness similar to meditation, which allows your mind to achieve a deep state of relaxation and results in a better you. Self-hypnosis is also an empowering way to improve control of your thoughts and emotions. While in this hypnotic state, you can either make suggestions or set intentions for yourself.
When people are focused and motivated to accomplish a goal and most effectively use their abilities, they are at the peak of their personal power. Self-hypnosis is a means of learning to focus and motivate yourself. It helps you be more self-aware and make the best use of your innate skills. Self-hypnosis is all about developing and using your focus in a goal-directed fashion.
Using group hypnosis or individual guidance, I will teach you how to enter this state and work on achieving desired results on your own any time you choose to. With daily practice, this is an excellent tool to change your thinking, get rid of bad habits, achieve your goals and take control of the person you are, along with relaxation and de-stressing from everyday life.
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Karuna Reiki® is an advanced form of energy healing that builds upon the foundations of traditional Usui Reiki, offering a deeper and more compassionate approach to healing.
The word “Karuna” means “compassion” in Sanskrit, reflecting the practice’s focus on healing with unconditional love and empathy. Karuna Reiki® incorporates unique symbols and techniques that amplify the flow of healing energy, targeting deep-seated emotional wounds, trauma, and energetic imbalances. It works on a cellular and spiritual levels, promoting profound healing, self-awareness, and spiritual awakening. This modality also encourages practitioners and recipients to connect with their higher self and the universal source of love and light, enabling greater personal growth and transformation. Karuna Reiki® is ideal for those seeking to heal on a deeper level and align with their true purpose in life.
When individuals experience enlightenment, they report that all beings are known as one. Therefore, it is natural to extend compassionate act or Karuna to everyone without distinction because we are all one. Karuna is the motivating quality of all enlightened beings who are working to end suffering on Earth.
Tibetan Reiki is a profound healing system that blends traditional Reiki techniques with ancient Tibetan spiritual practices, offering a holistic approach to well-being.
It incorporates unique sacred symbols and techniques designed to enhance the flow of universal energy, clear deep emotional and spiritual blockages, and restore energies into perfect balance and harmony within the body. Tibetan Reiki places significant emphasis on the energy channels (nadis) and chakras, working to remove blockages and promote the harmonious flow of energy throughout the body. This modality also focuses on connecting with higher levels of consciousness, fostering spiritual growth and a deeper sense of inner peace. Known for its powerful yet gentle approach, Tibetan Reiki is ideal for those seeking not only physical and emotional healing but also a profound spiritual transformation.
Tibetan Reiki has been passed from Reiki Master/Teacher to student for many decades as a complementary addition to Usui Reiki styles. The Tibetan Reiki practice adds a unique dimension to the benefits of Usui Reiki.
“Reiki” is Japanese for “Universal Life Energy”, and it is also a word used to describe a system of natural healing. This tradition was re-discovered by Dr. Mikao Usui in the early 20th century and evolved as a result of his research, experience and dedication.
Usui Reiki offers numerous benefits for those seeking holistic healing. It promotes deep relaxation and effectively reduces stress, allowing individuals to feel calm and centered. Reiki helps release emotional blocks, fostering a sense of inner peace and emotional balance. By restoring the body’s natural energy flow, it enhances overall well-being and vitality. Additionally, Reiki may alleviate physical discomfort and tension, providing gentle relief and support for the body’s natural healing processes. Suitable for people of all ages, it’s a nurturing and non-invasive way to improve physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Usui Reiki is a transformative healing practice designed to improve physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Incorporating Usui Reiki into your wellness routine can lead to lasting physical and emotional improvements, making it a valuable addition to any self-care practice.
One of the primary benefits of Kambo on the energetic level is its ability to clear blockages and stagnation in the body’s energy system, allowing for greater flow or life force energy and alignment with one’s true self. It has an ability to cleanse and strengthen one’s aura, by removing negative influences, attachments, and energetic debris. This leads to a profound sense of rejuvenation, protection, and vitality, as the energy field becomes more resilient and empowered.
Kambo assists in restoring balance between the mind, body, and spirit. When these aspects of self are out of alignment, it can lead to dissonance and disharmony in one’s life. Kambo helps to bring these elements back into harmony, allowing for a more balanced and peaceful energetic state and spiritual health.
The tribesmen of the Amazon traditionally use this medicine with the intention to gain sexual attraction or “hunter” abilities, and to clear themselves from bad luck or negative energy called „paneme”. Kambo is a perfect cleansing agent for such vibrations because the medicine helps to effectively release these toxic energies and bring back success in life.
The Matses tribe uses Kambo for luck prior to hunting to catch a big animal. In the Western culture, we don’t hunt for game in the forest, but we often “hunt” for career, success, money, health, or partners. This could correspond to archaic desires of being the best hunter. It is said that everything flows easier in life after taking Kambo, because the internal transformation changes what we attract externally.
Kambo helps to purge toxins from the body by stimulating the lymphatic system and liver. This deep cleansing process aids in improving overall organ function, strengthens the immune system, and activates self-healing response within the body. It is a natural antibiotic, antiviral and antifungal and therefor kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi, cleanses the blood, and can improve general well-being. Certain bioactive peptides in Kambo act as natural painkillers, providing relief from chronic pain. The secretion also contains compounds with strong anti-inflammatory properties, which may help alleviate conditions like arthritis or muscle soreness.
Studies show that some peptides in the Kambo can be very effective in dealing with Alzheimer, Parkinsons Disease, infertility, hepatitis, cancer, AIDS, and other serious conditions. Although there is no doubt of the wide range of uses of Kambo, it is necessary to find the right treatment specific to each person and condition. The regularity of treatments and correct dosage are also vital to have the most continuous beneficial effects.
There has been no modern clinical research done on humans to illustrate its curative nature. This is why we need to be patient before officially calling Kambo a medicine, however there are many people that have experienced the potency of the Kambo which is good thing to acknowledge. I have witnessed Kambo help many people with a variety of conditions including allergies, skin diseases, asthma, rheumatism and joint disorders, chronic pain and infections, malaria, diabetes, hepatitis, epilepsy, and depression. It helped with post chemotherapy renewal, served as disease prevention and much more.
As a profoundly transformational tool, Kambo medicine is also known to foster emotional stability. The purgative experience can lead to release of pent-up emotions, helping individuals to confront and process unresolved traumas or feelings they may have been avoiding, and transform unwanted emotional energy into new behavioral patterns.
Many users experience a cathartic release during or after Kambo ceremony, which can bring a profound sense of relief. People report enhanced emotional resilience, sense of calm, balance, and increased clarity of thought. Some users find that Kambo increases a sense of compassion, courage, and personal empowerment.
By detoxifying the body and resetting the nervous system, Kambo can often lead to significant reductions in symptoms of anxiety and depression. The peptides in Kambo interact with brain chemistry, promoting the release of hormones like serotonin and dopamine, which regulate mood and emotional well-being.
Addictions, frustration, anger, and fears also tend to ease or dissipate entirely, contributing to overall mental and emotional stability. Kambo acts as an energetic reset, helping to clear emotional blockages, traumas or negative thought patterns that may manifest as confusion, overwhelm, or instability. In addition, the experience is often described as grounding, helping one feel more connected to their body and stay present in the moment.