How to perform Self hypnosis

Actually every hypnosis or hypnotic process is one kind of self hypnosis. How? Well, we all know that hypnosis is a process that needs the cooperation of the subject himself. So, in that sense every hypnotic trance is one kind of self hypnotic trance that is allowed by the subject. But, the term "self hypnosis" stands for another meaning. When, a subject himself makes a hypnotic trance instead of the hypnotist and hypnotize himself that is known as self hypnosis.

Self hypnosis

 As we know, in a regular hypnotic session the hypnotherapist performs as a guide. He leads the subject to the hypnotic trance and make him focus on certain something. The therapist or hypnotist carefully suggests his subject to attain the certain goal. But, self hypnosis is a little bit different in this case. The subject goes under the same hypnotic process though. However, he has to act as his own guide.   Many of the people get confused between self hypnosis and meditation. In meditation we let our mind get relaxed and direct it without a purpose. But, in hypnosis we aim for a certain and clear purpose. So, it is very important for us to make our own purpose in mind before we get started. The self hypnosis process requires a certain place where you can take a rest sitting or lying. You should choose a place that is quiet and make sure that you would not get disturbed. And don't get panic. There is no strict line of experience is there for self hypnosis. Just enjoy the hypnotic trance and know that, whatever you feel is the right way to feel it for you.   Actually there are a bunch of different ways you can hypnotize yourself. We'd prefer to use the Betty Erickson Method. Procedure:

1) Relax:

Self hypnosis requires a relaxing environment, like any other hypnosis process. Find a quiet place where you can sit or lay down. Make sure, no one will disturb you. Then, calm yourself. No hurry, no rush. Just relax your body muscles. try to remember a pleasant memory you had. Don't let any worrisome thought come close to you. Otherwise, you will get distracted.

2) Focus your vision:

  Focusing your vision is very important for any kind of hypnosis. Try to focus your vision on certain something that you can comfortably continue focusing. It can be anything, any object. But, do make sure, it is something eye-soothing and pleasant. You don't wanna stare at something that is quiet harsh for eye vision.  

3) Make statement about what you see:

  Try to observe the room you're in while focusing and state what you see. Don't get panicked. You're allowed to repeat the same thing twice. Just focus on the both part of the task. Make statement about four different things that you can see.  

4) Make statement about what you hear:

  Try to observe the room you're in while focusing and state what you hear in the room or outside the room. The same way, You're allowed to repeat the same thing twice. Just maintain the visual focus and the auditory observation. Make statement about four different things that you can hear. Like as- bird singing or the clock ticking.

5) Make statement about what you feel:

  Try to continue your visual focus and observe about the things you can feel (kinesthetic). Then, make statement about four different things that you feel. Don't get overdo it. Just easy and then try to focus on what things are you feeling right now. You can, repeat the same thing if you don't find different object that you're feeling.  

6)

 i) repeat the 2nd step. But, make statement about 3 visual things
 ii) repeat the 3rd step. But, make statement about 3 auditory things
 iii) repeat the 4th step But, make statement about 3 kinesthetic object  

7)

i) repeat the 2nd step. But, make statement about 2 visual things
ii) repeat the 3rd step. But, make statement about 2 auditory things
iii) repeat the 4th step But, make statement about 2 kinesthetic object

8)

 i) repeat the 2nd step. But, make statement about 1 visual things
 ii) repeat the 3rd step. But, make statement about 1 auditory things
 iii) repeat the 4th step But, make statement about 1 kinesthetic object  

9) Auto-suggestions:

Once you're in the trance. State the suggestions you wanna make.     Repeat the procedure as many time as you like. Don’t get panicked if you can't make it in one set. just relax and enjoy the trance.