How to End Self Hypnosis

Thousands of people use self hypnosis to alleviate stress, emotional or physical pain and to break bad habits. You can use self hypnosis as a way to promote a healthier lifestyle through relaxation and stress relief. The technique is useful in a myriad of ways, but how do you end it?

Instructions

1. Enter into a hypnotic state using whatever means you find helpful. Some people listen to audio CDs, while others choose to pre-record a script with themselves as narrator. Those who are well versed in self hypnosis can enter a state of relaxation without any auditory assistance. Whichever method you use is fine, as long as you enter into a relaxing hypnotic state. Enjoy your relaxed state of mind until you're ready to end the session.

2. Draw your hypnotherapy to a close by making a mental note that the session is ending. This mentally prepares your body for the change from the altered state back to a normal state of being.

3. Envision a change of scenery that involves upward motion. For example, picture yourself rising into the sky slowly in the basket of a hot air balloon. Picture the sky and sun becoming crisp and clear while the ground fades away beneath your feet.

4. Count yourself out of the session from 3 to 1 while picturing yourself rising in the balloon. Think to yourself, "On number 3 I'm relaxed and calm. It's time to finish this session." Allow the thought to sink in for a few seconds and then, "Number 2, it's time to come more alert. I'm feeling more wakeful now." Breathe deeply once or twice and then think, "I'm coming fully awake, refreshed and alive on 1." You are now out of your hypnotic state.

Tips & Warnings

• Competent professionals are the best instructors for self hypnosis techniques. Incorrectly entering or exiting an altered state of consciousness can be detrimental to your emotional and mental health. Have a professional guide your first forays into self hypnosis to ensure you're using proper methodology.