Hypnosis for Public Speaking

"can hypnosis help me conquer my fear of public speaking?"

The answer to that is a resounding "yes," hypnosis is a proven method for overcoming stage fright.

Then the same people ask,

"Can anyone be hypnotized?"

Well, that's a little tougher to answer. Can anyone be hypnotized? Yes, as a matter of fact, most people who think they can't be hypnotized are hypnotized every day.

You see, hypnosis is really just a deep state of concentration. And, know it or not, many people get lightly hypnotized when they get deeply involved in a book or other activity. Their concentration is such that they lose track of time and lose awareness of their surroundings.

Many people also "lose themselves" while daydreaming, again going into a light trance state.

So, getting back to the question, "can anyone be hypnotized," the answer is yes, but that doesn't mean that all hypnotists will be equally effective. You may not click with a certain hypnotist, or that hypnotist may not use the language that is the most powerful for you. And, some hypnotist's method of induction may be a better fit than some other hypnotist's methods.

So, when seeking out hypnosis for your fear of public speaking, it's good to find the person who's the best fit for you.

How does hypnosis work?

Hypnosis works by helping to quiet your mind, so that suggestions are more easily accepted. It all has to do with brain waves, and when you go into a hypnotic trance you shift from a beta state, where your brain waves operate at 14 - 30 cycles per second (cps) to an alpha state at 8-13 cps, then perhaps deeper into theta state at 4-7 cps.

It's at the alpha-theta and theta states where your subconscious mind reigns supreme. And, your subconscious mind isn't critical or logical like your conscious mind; it also doesn't distinguish between reality and fantasy.

So, when you're in a trance and the hypnotist helps you visualize yourself onstage and having a very successful presentation, your subconscious takes that in as reality, helping you gain a positive experience. And, having a positive speaking experience is what you need to help you overcome your fears.

Is It Really That Simple?

Yes, as simple as it sounds, hypnosis is a powerful tool to help you overcome your fear of public speaking. It's what many top athletes use to help them become better athletes. It's what some patients use to help lower their blood pressure or cope with the symptoms of such illnesses as IBS. It's what many highly suggestible people use instead of anesthesia for dental work.

What about Hypnosis CDs?

Hypnosis CDs are a cost-effective way to get hypnotized. The problem is they're not personalized. They tend to be generic.
Now, that may not be a big problem, and many people are aided by hypnosis tapes and CDs. But, if you have access to a qualified hypnotherapist, it is better to go in person. That way the hypnotherapist can listen to your words and use those words in suggestions while you're in trance. Using a person's words back to them can be a very powerful way to give suggestions. But, in the absence of a qualified hypnotherapist in your area, you might try a hypnosis CD.

How Do I Find a Qualified Hypnotherapist?

This can be a little tricky. Depending on where you live, hypnotherapists may not be regulated, meaning any person can take a weekend seminar and be certified as a hypnotherapist.

Be sure to ask the hypnotherapist what training he or she has undertaken. The hypnotherapist may also be a licensed psychotherapist, but do ask the extent of their hypnosis training. Some training programs last a weekend, while some last for months. The Hypnosis Motivation Institute in Tarzana, California has a year-long training program.

Some Places to Look for a Hypnotherapist:

HMI Hypnotherapist Search
National Guild of Hypnotist Referral

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