Hypnotherapy has a long history of being presented in the media as a means of mind control and this view isn’t helped by stage hypnotists who carry on this tradition even today. And as much as I love the Maynards moose with his ‘chew chew chew‘ song it doesn’t help change the overall perception of hypnotherapy and hypnotherapists.

Cognitive Hypnotherapy is a very modern approach with a wide range of techniques sitting behind the name. If you have ever day dreamed your way through a journey or meeting then you have experienced the type of ‘trance’ that we use most often in our sessions. So if the thought of being ‘put under’ is the only thing putting you off then come and experience hypnotherapy with a difference.

We are always happy to talk through any of your concerns so please do get in touch.

It is a useful reminder that holidays – or an activity that takes us away from our everyday routine should be something that we try to factor into our lives.

So whether you are planning two weeks in the Sun or a day trip to the beach, pack your bag but don’t forget to leave your stress behind.

Although genes can predetermine the likelihood of certain behaviour we are not captives of our genetic makeup. The report also suggests that these mutations may also increase the susceptibility to lung cancer by up to 10% so don’t blame your genes but take action if you want to stop smoking.

Hypnotherapy is generally recognised as one of the most effective ways of helping so if you want to give up or find out more give us a call.

Spring cleaning doesn’t just apply to the places we occupy though. Many people turn their attention to Spring cleaning themselves with exercise, de-toxing and generally healthier lifestyle choices. More and more joggers, cyclists and walkers appear as the weather improves and the days get longer.

How many of us consider spring cleaning our minds though? What thoughts, feelings or behaviours have been created in long forgotten winters that could be spring cleared away to leave you with a healthier, more positive you?

Our mental well-being is often over looked or silenced with negative self-talk such as ‘I can’t give up’, ‘I won’t be able to do it’ or ‘I’m just being silly’, but beliefs can be changed. Recognising negative or unkind thoughts about yourself and spring cleaning them into a positive alternative can help keep those negative thoughts from becoming a hard to break pattern.

So as you look forward into Spring don’t forget to keep aside some time to spring clean your mind and be a little kinder to yourself.

Thinking that the new year will bring a new you without the associated commitment and determination will only provide another ‘if only’ moment in 2011. So when you decide on a New Year resolution make it a good one that you can commit to and focus on.

The following article by the Wall Street Journal explains why it should be a resolution that you would love to achieve rather than five or ten that you would like to achieve.