Hypnobirthing - myths and popular beliefs.
Lets remove some myths.
“I’ll get stuck in hypnosis.”
Actually, you can’t get stuck in hypnosis anymore than you can get stuck in sleep. This is because WE maintain ALL cognitive control.
“My mind is being controlled!”
Actually, ALL hypnosis is SELF hypnosis. This means that YOU are the only one in control.
“What if I give away my deepest, darkest secrets in a trance-like state?”
Actually, your mind is fully aware during hypnosis and you can pull yourself out of a trance at any point. This is the definition of free will.
“It’s all a bit mystical - do you have some sort of strange magical power?”
Actually, the real power lies in YOUR subconscious mind. You hold the magical power to self-discovery and personal transformation; I am merely your guide.
“Only very susceptible people can be hypnotised.”
Actually, every time we daydream, use our imagination, or take on a task with intense concentration, we enter a form of hypnotic trance.
“How is it relevant to me then? How can I normalise hypnosis and deep relaxation?”
Well, think of it this way; we can enter an altered state of awareness every time we:
Daydream - our mind becomes submersed in another world of creative visualisation.
Have sex - we experience moments of deep focus on connection and sensation.
Colour in - our mind becomes mindful within a moment of repetitive action.
Go running - our ability to focus the mind intentionally to reach a deliberate goal.
Watch a film or listen to a story - our mind is captivated by a melodic rhythm and story line.
Drive a well driven route - our mind can experience the notions of unconscious auto-pilot.