FAQs

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Once you have ordered an MP3, you will receive an email with a link, where you can download the hypnosis recording as an MP3 file and listen to it whenever you wish.  Our audio recordings are 100% compatible with all modern-day devices including mobile phones, computers and tablets.

Normally once you have downloaded the audio recording, after approximately 10 minutes it will appear in the “downloads” or “files” section.  You can search these folders and check if it is there, including creating your own folders or files to save the audio recordings, and any PDFs and worksheets, into.

 If you are continuing to have issues, please feel free to email us at info@hhchypnotherapy.co.uk and we will be more than happy to assist you.

If you imagine a staircase with wide awake being at the top and fast asleep being at the bottom, hypnosis is the bit in between.  Hypnosis is a very natural and relaxed state and we are all naturally in the state of hypnosis on a daily basis, including just before we go to sleep and just after we have woken up. This is the time when your mind is in its most focused and resourceful state, when any positive suggestions that you give to your mind will have maximum effect.

Hypnotherapy is a talking therapy involving hypnosis which focuses your imagination and subconscious to help bring about positive changes to your thoughts, feelings and behaviour.  All of your skills, memories and habits are stored in your subconscious mind, therefore in order to change thinking or behavioural habits in the longer-term, it can be necessary to address them at a subconscious level.  Hypnotherapy also bypasses the conscious mind and speaks directly to the subconscious where the ‘normal’ barriers no longer exist.

In traditional treatments that include therapy, the conscious or “critical” mind will often question, doubt or even deny the suggestions made by the therapist.  In hypnotherapy, all that is bypassed so that the suggestions go directly into your mind, without analysis or filtering, and as long as the suggestions made are to your benefit, your mind will accept them.  The language of the subconscious is imagination, so we work with your imagination to help you achieve your goals.

In short, yes, hypnotherapy works.  However, levels of success will be influenced by your susceptibility to it and by your completion of recommended actions.  You can increase your susceptibility through practice by listening to audio recordings on a regular basis.

Hypnotherapy does not work if you do not want to be hypnotised, you are not open to it, or you do not want the intended outcomes of the session.

The “trance state” is a natural state of mind that many of us encounter in everyday life on a regular basis.  Have you ever driven your vehicle somewhere and when you got to your destination, you cannot consciously remember parts of your journey?  Have you ever been so engrossed in a movie, tv programme or book that when someone enters the same room or speaks to you, it takes a while for you to realise that they are there?  You have entered into hypnosis!

During hypnotherapy, the hypnotherapist induces the trance state.  Some people go into hypnosis very quickly and are able to enter into a very deep level of relaxation.  If you are very susceptible to hypnosis, it may be the case that you cannot remember parts of, or most of, the session afterwards.  The majority of people remain aware of their surroundings including background noises, although you may find that your mind wanders away from Bobby-Jo’s voice at times.  If this is the case do not worry.  Her voice will go with the subconscious part of your mind.

You may also find that your conscious mind ‘kicks in’ at times and tries to analyse, question the process, or thinks about what you are going to have for dinner!  If this is the case, do not fight the thoughts; just allow them to drift in and drift out again in their own time, knowing that it is perfectly normal.  Most people find that the more frequently you practice self-hypnosis, the better you become at it and the more susceptible you are.

There are various signs of hypnosis and you may experience one of them or several.  Signs of hypnosis can be disconcerting if you are not aware that they can happen, which is why we have listed them below.  They are all very normal and include:

• The rate of your breathing slowing down
• A drop in your body temperature
• Parts of your body, particularly your hands and / or feet going hot or cold
• Tingling, numbness or pins and needles in the hands and / or feet
• An increase in swallowing
• Feeling very heavy and that you cannot move (you can move but it can feel like you can’t)
• Movement in your digestive system as your stomach and bowel muscles relax
• Feeling as though you are floating
• Your body going very still or alternatively, you may experience twitching and sudden movements

Hypnosis is a perfectly natural occurring state that we all go into on a daily basis and it is generally very safe.  You may have heard myths, for example, about people not being able to wake up.  Even if you do not awaken when you are counted up out of hypnosis, your body will naturally awaken you and bring you out of hypnosis.  Furthermore, your subconscious mind is your best friend.  It works tirelessly on your behalf for your survival and it will not accept any suggestions that it does not consider to be positive and in your best interests.

 Do not use hypnotherapy if you have psychosis or certain types of personality disorder, as it could make your condition worse.  If this is the case, check with your GP first and it is also advisable to consult your GP if you have epilepsy (although it is generally considered to be safe for people with epilepsy).

The main side effects are the beneficial ones of feeling more relaxed afterwards and more positive about whatever it was that you sought hypnotherapy for.  Some sessions can leave you feeling a bit emotional afterwards but this will settle in time and you will receive the benefits of that session.  You may experience a slightly groggy, dazed state immediately after awakening but this should pass after approximately 10 minutes.  With this in mind, we recommend that you give yourself plenty of time to fully awaken before driving or doing anything that requires your focus and concentration. 

In the various self-hypnosis recordings, we provide you with positive suggestions and some of the recordings include a tool for you to use and practice between sessions.  We will also ask you to use your wonderful imagination and facilitate some powerful techniques, which will always be to your benefit and focused on the positive intentions and desired outcomes of the session or package.

Research indicates that it takes a minimum of 21 days to create a new habit.  We therefore recommend, if possible, that you listen to a recording every day for a minimum of 21 days, or if this is not possible, undertake an activity on a daily basis that reinforces the intended outcomes.  If you have purchased one of our 30 Day Packages, this comes with instructions for use.

We suggest a maximum of two per day, with a break of an hour or more between recordings.  Any more than that may cause confusion and dilute the content and effectiveness of the sessions.

You may find that you drift into difference levels of awareness, including drifting into sleep.  If this is the case, it is likely that you will wake up when Bobby-Jo counts you up and out of hypnosis and if you do not, you will naturally awaken when your mind and body is ready for you to.  However, in the event that you have commitments afterwards, we recommend that you set an alarm to awaken you.

If you are feeling thirsty in hypnosis, it is perfectly safe to open your eyes, raise yourself into an upright position, have and swallow some water, lower yourself into a reclined position again and close your eyes.  You will naturally and gently re-enter hypnosis.  We recommend that you do this as opposed to continuing to feel thirsty as this will distract you from the session.

We recommend that you go to the toilet before you start your hypnosis session.  If you do need the toilet during the session, it is ok to open your eyes and make your way slowly and gently to your bathroom.  Just be careful and do not rush the process.

Yes, regular deep relaxation will be of benefit to both you and your baby during pregnancy.