Hypnosis sometimes gets a bit of a bad reputation when you bring it up in everyday conversation. For some people, hypnosis is not taken too seriously, mostly because all of the misrepresentation that you commonly see in the media.

When you watch hypnosis in the Inland Empire being portrayed in the media, you might expect a well-dressed person who may be sporting a top hat, swinging a watch in front of their subject’s eyes. Their eyes would then turn into swirls of black and white, and the hypnotist would then have complete control over the subject’s behavior and thoughts.

The type of hypnosis described above that you commonly see being performed is fittingly called stage hypnosis. As far as stage hypnosis goes, it doesn’t do a whole lot in terms of benefits for the subject, because it’s used for entertainment value. A good stage hypnotist, though, will do what he or she can to make positive changes in the lives of the participants. Professionally done hypnosis, can make a lot of difference in how the subject can perceive themselves, others, and the environment around them.

There is a world of difference between stage hypnosis and hypnosis used in hypnotherapy, and it’s best that you learn about these in order to understand how hypnosis can benefit you.

Types of Hypnosis in the Inland Empire and Their Uses

Traditional hypnosis

Traditional hypnosis is one of the most common forms of hypnosis you’ll find today. This is the type of hypnosis that you would probably have the first contact with if you ever decide to look up more information about hypnosis.

It has been known to be one of the easiest types of hypnosis because it relies on simple direction and commands. It’s a fairly straightforward method of hypnosis, and it’s commonly known as a directive form of hypnosis.

The subject is guided by the hypnotist, who then proceeds to direct the subject’s thoughts towards a single goal. It can be anything, from the very popular, “You are very sleepy”, all the way to, “You will lose the urge to smoke”.

The primary goal of traditional hypnosis is to direct the subject’s subconscious mind to perform the intended action that the subject desires. Traditional hypnosis is the type of hypnosis that is typically used in hypnosis tapes and other forms of audio media. People often use this type of hypnosis to get rid of a bad habit on their own.

Clinical Hypnosis
Clinical Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis is actually comprised of so many different theories and methods that can be used in the application of hypnosis for clinical or therapeutic purposes. Hypnotherapy is a very successful form of therapy that is often used in a variety of applications, from helping people overcome traumatic events, to helping people get rid of bad habits.

Plenty of people are surprised to learn about hypnosis in a medical and psychological setting, but when done right and with a certified professional, hypnotherapy can have a lot of use as a way to help people. However, if you’re looking into hypnotherapy as a way to improve your life and help you overcome certain issues in your life, make sure that you work with a certified professional hypnotherapist. In California, Hypnosis is not licensed. It is a legal complementary therapy.

Stage Hypnosis
Stage Hypnosis

Stage hypnosis is the kind of hypnosis that you would typically see in media as a form of entertainment. 

It is closely linked to traditional hypnosis where simple commands guide the subject into the hypnotic state, with the aid of  something for the subject to direct their attention to. It is not used for the same purposes as clinical hypnosis, and one cannot deny its entertainment value.

Self-Hypnosis

Self-hypnosis is a type of hypnosis that a person uses for on him- or her-self. This type of hypnosis is performed by the person seeking to be hypnotized themselves, without the aid of a professional to guide them through the hypnotism process.

Self-hypnosis is more focused on the improvement of the self . The great thing about self-hypnosis is the fact that it can be done anywhere and anytime you have a few minutes to relax.

Most people who take up self-hypnosis do so because they want to make a positive change in themselves or improve themselves. The biggest benefit to self-hypnosis is that fact that you can do it by yourself and take the steps to make a positive change in your life.

Here at Hypnosis Care Solutions, we offer extensive self-hypnosis classes for those who are looking to make that positive change in their lives.

What you should know before trying hypnosis

While there are numerous benefits to using hypnosis to better your life, there are a few things that you should know before trying to use it. There are a lot of misconceptions about hypnosis, and it would help to get rid of these misconceptions beforehand as this might interfere with the hypnotism process.

Actual hypnosis is not stage hypnosis
Actual hypnosis is not staged hypnosis

One of the most common reasons why people are apprehensive about hypnosis is because of the type of hypnosis that they typically see represented on the media. If you decide to give hypnosis a try for yourself, you should know that actual hypnosis sessions are very different from what you usually see with stage hypnosis. You are actually in full control when you’re in a hypnotic state, and all those outrageous behaviors you typically see in stage hypnosis don’t happen in a proper hypnosis session.

Depending on your goal, You might not see results overnight

While hypnosis can help improve your life, you have to be aware of the fact that the progress that you see can be gradual, and not an overnight success like you see portrayed in the media. Immediate change is possible with hypnosis, but in most cases change that you make in your life will usually be a series of steps. You can learn to believe in yourself and the process of self-improvement, and you will eventually reach your goals.

Hypnosis is a tool, not a solution
Hypnosis is a tool, not a solution

A lot of people see hypnosis and other forms of therapy as a cure-all for all of their life’s problems. You should know that while hypnosis can play a role in the achievement of your goals, it is not the key or the solution to your problems. It is simply a tool that you can use to take the steps necessary to improve your life. You have to make the conscious choice to make a positive change in your life in order for those changes to really happen.

There is a lot more to hypnosis than meets the eye. For any and all your hypnosis needs, Hypnosis Care is the answer! Our Business is Hypnosis Care. Our website is Hypnosis Care Solutions! We offer all kinds of hypnosis classes, from self-hypnosis to certification classes for aspiring hypnosis practitioners.

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