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Experience deep relaxation and change with self-hypnosis Everyday life is stressful – many people complain of tension, which manifests not only in a full head but also physically. Shoulder pain, neck problems, or back pain can indicate too much stress. Of course, other symptoms, such as a weak immune system, can also be due to a person not having enough relaxing moments in their life, and the body's physical symptoms are inviting them to relax. If you read this article, you will see that it is worthwhile to explore various relaxation techniques. These include self-hypnosis, with which you can invite relaxation and change into your life. What does this mean? We believe that we are always in control of our own lives and that we consciously direct everything. However, this isn't the case; our subconscious mind plays a large role in our decisions, behaviors, and reactions. Therefore, it's very important that you engage with your subconscious. This is precisely where self-hypnosis comes in. Experts define this as a technique that can be used to change and influence the subconscious. This is especially necessary if we want to change old beliefs and attract new experiences into our lives. Within a short period of time, various behaviors and beliefs can change, allowing us to feel more inner peace, relaxation, ease, and joy. What happens during the hypnotic state? The advantage of this technique is that it's easy to learn. You enter a very relaxed state during it, where your thoughts change and you feel a great sense of calm. Furthermore, you can focus on your inner self during these moments, thus creating a foundation for new beliefs and convictions. Self-hypnosis is great for reversing negative thoughts and behavioral habits and bringing change and relaxation into your life. This ensures that your mind calms, your body unwinds, and your nervous system relaxes. You find true access to yourself. If you'd like to do this with someone, that's possible. There are plenty of people who offer hypnosis. However, with self-hypnosis, it's you who guides yourself into this state and formulates the new thoughts and patterns. How can you start with self-hypnosis? Now that you understand what self-hypnosis is and how it can help you on your journey, you can get started right away. First, a few tips to start with: You know that to practice self-hypnosis, you first need to enter a trance-like state. To do this, you need to give yourself enough time to practice and learn. Many people find that certain Yin Yoga postures on the mat help them to reach deep levels, release physical tension, and thus become more relaxed. If you find that guided Yin Yoga sessions aren't working for you, try more dynamic flows or other forms of exercise. Even a brisk workout can help you release excess energy from your system and focus on your inner self. In addition, a walk in nature or walking barefoot can be a beneficial way to relax and find a trance state more easily. Before the session, be sure to prepare and write down any affirmations you want to incorporate. These could be, for example, "I am enough," "I am valuable," "I am beautiful," "I am completely relaxed," "My nervous system is completely calm," etc. For practice, it's recommended to find a quiet place where you feel comfortable and safe. Incense sticks, gentle meditation sounds, or binaural beats can help you sink even deeper. Pay attention to theta waves. When you feel a little calmer, you can sit on a meditation cushion and breathe deeply. Either use a guided meditation or concentrate on a point on the wall, the floor, or look at candlelight. Breathe deeply and return to your breath whenever you are distracted. Do this for several minutes until you feel very calm and peaceful. Many people also feel the trance in their bodies: tension decreases or they notice a pleasant tingling sensation. Now count from 10 to 0 to finally enter your trance. Important: When you experience a trance state, this can also be referred to as flow. You're probably familiar with this from your everyday life, for example, when you're engrossed in creative work or while jogging. Here, you lose all sense of space and time, and this is precisely the state we aim to achieve during self-hypnosis. We also want to use these moments to improve our well-being and reduce stress. What should you do during self-hypnosis? Once you feel the flow, have counted to 0 and feel completely relaxed, you can begin your project. You have the opportunity to visualize your goals. How do you want to live? What do you want to achieve? Really feel it and imagine it. By imagining and feeling the emotions, it can manifest. Enjoy the relaxation and feel what it feels like when your mind and body are completely still. In addition, the moment of deep relaxation is the right time to recite affirmations. These are positive phrases that empower you in everyday life, improve your self-image, and make you feel more secure and supported. They help you become calmer within yourself, allowing you to feel grounded and secure even in stressful everyday situations. Decide for yourself which phrases you want to use. It's important that you always feel inside and not just recite the phrase, but also notice the feeling behind it. How does it feel when you feel beautiful or relaxed? Then you end the session and thank the others. After the meditation, count from 0 to 10 again to become more and more alert. Move your body, stretch, and return to the here and now. Take your time. Why should affirmations be recited while hypnotized? This is primarily because brainwaves are altered in a state of hypnosis, making them much more permeable and receptive. This allows the desired results to occur much more quickly—whether you're seeking physical changes or mental transformations. Important: Remember this during your self-hypnosis sessions Hypnosis is very effective and can make many things in life easier and change them. However, it's important to understand that it's not a miracle cure, but rather a technique that, when used correctly and regularly, can bring about significant changes in your life (more relaxation, more self-love, more fulfillment, greater physical well-being, etc.). At the same time, it may be advisable to seek professional support for poor mental health conditions (such as anxiety), as well as for physical conditions (chronic pain, etc.). At the same time, it is recommended to accompany and support these with positive affirmations. What other benefits are associated with self-hypnosis? You engage with yourself and gain a wealth of insight. Your entire system can relax and integrate calm. Many also report increased concentration and a better sense of self. Have you ever tried self-hypnosis? If so, how did it work for you?