It’s perfectly natural to experience anxiety from time to time when navigating this frenetic, fast-paced world. However, if feelings of fear, dread, uneasiness, and overwhelm are your constant bedfellows, it’s in your best interest to take action to protect yourself. Continuous stress is a burden to every system of the body, in addition to being a miserable way to live.Unhealthy patterns can sneak up on us, so it’s helpful to be aware of signs that you’re getting off course. The following five warning signs will hone that awareness and perhaps help you to pump the brakes before your anxiety is thoroughly out of control:<ol><li data-list="ordered">Pervasive feelings of panic, doom, or danger</li><li data-list="ordered">Ruminating on problems to the exclusion of other thoughts</li><li data-list="ordered">Irregular/erratic breathing patterns</li><li data-list="ordered">Muscle tension and soreness</li><li data-list="ordered">Disruptions in sleep&nbsp;</li></ol> <h2>Pervasive Feelings Of Panic, Doom, Or Danger</h2>Being frightened occasionally is bound to happen, but when feeling threatened becomes a regular part of life, the constant dump of cortisol into your system can take a toll on your health.&nbsp;When you’re constantly anxious, your body is in sympathetic (fight/flight) mode, which prevents you from doing important things like resting and digesting. So, if the frequency of episodes of feeling panicky, doom-laden, or endangered begins to increase, beware! It may be time to stage an intervention before anxiety gets the upper hand.<h2>Ruminating On Problems To The Exclusion Of Other Thoughts</h2>We all find ourselves mulling over problems, wishing we hadn’t said something or said it the way we did, worrying about an upcoming deadline, fretting over an event we have to attend, etc.&nbsp;It’s a different story if your thoughts feel like a runaway train that is simultaneously an endless loop of worry. That’s when you know your anxiety is getting the better of you.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Irregular/Erratic Breathing Patterns</h2>It’s normal for your heart rate to increase and your breath to come in short gasps when you’re being chased by a lion.&nbsp;However, if these physiological changes occur when you get stuck in traffic, someone gives you a dirty look, you’re thinking about a meeting you have to attend, or you see your boss heading towards you, you may be getting off course. If the shortness of breath and rapid heart rate persists, you know your stress response is overactive, and a panic attack could be next.&nbsp;A crystal clear sign that your anxiety is getting out of control.<h2>Muscle Tension and Soreness</h2>If you just went to the gym, it’s acceptable to feel some muscle tension and soreness. On the other hand, if you haven’t done anything particularly challenging physically and you’re experiencing those things, look out!&nbsp;Our bodies record what we’re thinking and feeling, and tension and soreness are indicators that all is not well on the mental/emotional front.<h2>Disruptions In Sleep</h2>The occasional rough night’s sleep or late-night event isn’t a cause for concern, but if you often find yourself waking in the middle of the night, stewing on the previous day, or mentally projecting into the next one, you’re in trouble.While you sleep, the glymphatic system takes out the trash the brain accumulated over the day (toxins, metabolic waste, etc.).&nbsp;If you don’t sleep well or deeply, this process is impaired, and you suffer for it. If your restless mind prevents you from sleeping, you know your anxiety has gone too far.<h2>Tuning In</h2>Just as awareness can serve as a warning system that anxiety is becoming a problem for you, it can also be a tool for preventing it.&nbsp;As you begin to tune into the nature of your thoughts, reflect on the quality of your breath, feel the sensations in your body, and ponder the pattern of your sleep, you become more connected to yourself.This connection helps transform the mind and body from feeling like enemy territory into a space of greater coherence and harmony. Which is a step toward the liberation of a unified self.&nbsp;You should know that the process feels so good you’ll be hooked. Fortunately, there is much you can do on your own, and if you want a helping hand, there are many tools available for you, including some great ones that we offer here at Coral Gables Hypnosis.There are healing modalities such as breathwork, meditation, hypnosis, and neuro linguistic programming that can help release anxiety and stress stored in the body and rewire the brain for peace and calm.

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Five Signs Your Anxiety Is Out Of Control

Trust is essential to emotional well-being. But, trust in yourself is above all else. Without the ability to rely on yourself and your intuition, your decisions can falter or turmoil may build up inside you. However, you can rebuild certainty with some practice! But first, you need to reflect and pinpoint the signs telling you to rebuild trust in yourself. <h2>Decision Making is Difficult for You</h2>“This or that? That or this?” Thoughts all-too-similar to the previous statements run through your mind constantly. You just can’t seem to make a choice! This keys you into the fact that you don’t trust your own decision-making skills.&nbsp;Tip: Practice decision making at any turn you can. For example, when you’re at a restaurant, pick something and go with it. This may seem mundane but it rebuilds faith in your decision making.<h2>You Rely On Others for Your Happiness</h2>It is common to turn to others for love, guidance, and fun. But, it can get extreme when you start only being happy around others. This indicates that you do not trust yourself when alone, you don’t think you can create happiness or positive energy for yourself.&nbsp;Tip: Do things you love, alone. Learn to be content in your own company.&nbsp;<h2>You Think Negative Things About Yourself&nbsp;</h2>Negative narratives surround us all through childhood and into our adult lives. “You can’t do that”, may rattle around in your brain and influence your ability to trust in your own abilities. If you find that the majority of your self-thoughts are negative, then you may not trust in your own dreams, thoughts, and talents.&nbsp;Tip: Find something you were told you “couldn’t do” as a child, and do it! This practice will not only heal your inner child, but it will rebuild your trust in yourself.&nbsp;<h2>You Minimize or Deny Your Needs&nbsp;</h2>Putting others before yourself is admirable, but it can go beyond that when it starts to wear you down. If you find yourself minimizing your needs beyond what is ultimately comfortable, you may be relying on others' decision making and trust in themselves.&nbsp;Tip: Try your hardest to voice your opinion on matters. For example, if you are with friends debating what coffee shop to go to, give you input! If they take it or they don’t at least you practiced giving your opinion and trusting that your needs are valued.&nbsp;<h2>You Try to Control Your Surroundings</h2>Controlling your surroundings to feel safe is a trauma response, but it is also an indicator that you don’t have trust in yourself or your decision making skills. If you feel the need to control everything and everyone around you, then you aren’t trusting that you can handle any situation that comes your way. You are thinking about worst case scenarios, and not allowing things to happen as they should.&nbsp;Tip: To rebuild trust in yourself, try to let go of attachment to outcome. This is easier said than done, but by releasing control needs you can begin to trust in your impromptu skills.&nbsp;<h2>You are Unable to Find or Value Your Voice</h2>Unable to speak up, withholding your needs and opinions, and not knowing your true self all encompass an inability to find your voice. Your voice is important, it is valued, and it is the root of trusting yourself. If you have issues knowing who you are, it may be time to rebuild trust in yourself.&nbsp;Tip: Practice self-love affirmations to allow your subconscious mind to trust you.If you found yourself relating to any of these signs then practicing and rebuilding trust in yourself is must! By trusting yourself you will flow through life with more confidence and ease.&nbsp;

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Six Signs You Need to Rebuild Trust in Yourself

It can feel unjust, but mental disorders often occur together, leading to the dreaded comorbid diagnosis. In the case of anxiety and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), this relationship is particularly pronounced, with the two occurring in tandem roughly fifty percent of the time. As the Covid-19 pandemic has made abundantly clear, comorbidities are not something to be desired.Fortunately, knowledge is power, and recognizing the relationship between disorders can provide the information needed to combat and potentially even overcome them. The following five links between anxiety and depression help to underscore some of their common roots and serve as a roadmap on the path to a better life:<ol><li data-list="ordered">Uncertainty</li><li data-list="ordered">Inconsistency</li><li data-list="ordered">Issues with Implementation</li><li data-list="ordered">Catastrophizing</li><li data-list="ordered">Emotional Regulation&nbsp;</li></ol> <h2>Uncertainty</h2>For a person with ADHD, uncertainty is a hallmark of daily life. The difficulty of retaining focus and follow-through can lead to many disruptions, from being late to an appointment to failing to meet a deadline to forgetting an important birthday. These disruptions lead to uncertain interactions, and feelings of uncertainty are a fundamental component of anxiety; since not knowing what’s going to happen often makes people feel out of control.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Inconsistency</h2>Lack of predictability is yet another keystone of anxiety and a trademark attribute of those with ADHD.&nbsp;When your behavior is erratic, it can lead to problems at work and in relationships. This discord heightens feelings of not being safe, which promotes anxiety. So begins a vicious cycle wherein people become frustrated with you because you fail to perform in reliable ways, and then you feel attacked or unaccepted and become fearful and increasingly inconsistent.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Issues With Implementation</h2>Knowing what needs doing but doubting your ability to follow through is frequently a component of ADHD.&nbsp;This experience often leaves the sufferer mistrustful of themselves, uncertain, and hence more likely to succumb to inattention, lack of clarity, and feelings of overwhelm. Anxiety is a result of these behaviors. Again, this single issue is a driver of both disorders.<h2>Catastrophizing&nbsp;</h2>Catastrophizing, or assuming the worst will happen, is a common component of anxiety.In addition, attention issues are exacerbated when you’re in a state of upheaval that is out of proportion to the situation. When your heart rate increases and you feel like the sky is falling, it’s exceedingly difficult to remember things, stay focused, and remain functional.<h2>Emotional Regulation</h2>Both anxiety and ADHD share the trait of difficulty with emotional regulation. By nature, anxiety stimulates the sympathetic nervous system (fight/flight), compelling the sufferer to try and protect themselves. In this state, it’s difficult for the person to accurately assess risk, and find their way back to equilibrium.Similarly, those with ADHD tend to have heightened emotional reactions to situations which contributes to avoidance, procrastination, and other behaviors that also increase anxiety.&nbsp;Naturally, this makes regulating emotions difficult and perpetuates both conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>The Path Forward</h2>Anxiety and ADHD are often treated with medication and/or therapy. In addition to these options, there are many other methods for improving both conditions. These naturally include the lifestyle solutions of eating whole, unprocessed food, having healthy sleep hygiene, drinking adequate water, and getting regular exercise but go a step further.Common to each of the links we’ve discussed are issues around control: feeling out of control of your behavior, struggling to control emotions, lack of control over how you perceive the world (seeing the world through dark lenses), etc. However, the truth is, that control is something we can never actually possess, given that the world is continually in flux. For example, we can’t control the weather, the economy, the behaviors of others, or the emergence of a highly contagious virus. What we can control is our responses to those things.&nbsp;Some of the most tried and true ways to seize control of your internal landscape are through mind/body modalities such as meditation and breathwork. Other tools that assist in reframing a situation such as hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming unearth patterns that no longer serve and offer better solutions. Common to each of these approaches is that they place the locus of control in the hands of the individual, helping them to gain mastery over their mind and body.The point is, that there are methods for creating a more functional operating system that can help you overcome anxiety and ADHD.&nbsp;It takes commitment, and perhaps a guide, but the improvement in quality of life is worth every effort.&nbsp;Remember you’re not alone and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

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Five Links Between Anxiety And ADHD

Conceptualizing your “higher self” can feel like an impossible task, but can be accessed quite simply. Those who claim connection to their higher-self boast positive life transformation. By connecting to your higher self, there is the possibility you will move through life with more ease and joy than ever before. But how do you connect with your higher self? Your higher self is an extension of you and your consciousness. It is connected to the highest power and links you to everything and everyone. The universal energy that is the basis of your higher self is the key to accessing wisdom and living with ease.&nbsp;Exercises to connect with your higher self are all different and work in varying ways. There is no set path for reaching this state of being, so forge your own way!<h2>Meditation</h2>With a busy mind it can be hard to turn your attention to the thoughts that bring you closer to your higher self. But, meditation is the perfect way to quiet the mind and find the space to connect with your inner wisdom.&nbsp;<h2>Breathwork&nbsp;</h2>Breathwork is the act of controlling your breath to create peace within your physical body. It can also be used to open your heart and mind. Similar to meditation, it creates space for you to bring in higher self connection.&nbsp;<h2>Ground Yourself in Nature</h2>Spending time outside seems like a simple concept, but it is pivotal in connecting with universal wisdom. Nature is a teacher and a reflection of everyone's higher self. By spending time with your feet on the earth or the sun on your skin, you are simply becoming one with source.<h2>Trust Your Intuition</h2>The society we live in can prove difficult for intuition trust. We are constantly told what to do and how to think. This dilutes our own sense of direction and decision making. When furthered from your gut instincts, you are furthered from your higher self. Don’t repress your intuition, listen to it, guide you and strengthen your relationship with yourself.&nbsp;<h2>Nurture Your Mind</h2>Be mindful of the information your brain takes in. Read books that nourish your growth and spiritual connection. Learn affirmations that give you self-confidence. Center your thoughts around positivity. This may take some practice, but it will be worth it! Your higher self’s natural state is overwhelmingly positive. Work towards this, and you will find connecting to your higher self comes easily.&nbsp;<h2>The Power of Hypnosis</h2>Hypnosis is a quick and effective way to bring you into a deep meditative state and connect you with your higher self where you can receive answers and guidance in your life. It is one technique that we use a lot in our practice to help clients gain clarity and make decisions from their own inner wisdom.To have universal connection is a tool unlike any other, and once you unlock this you will feel aligned with your life's purpose.

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How to Connect with Your Higher Self

It’s no secret that some behaviors are better for us than others. However, it’s not always so clear just how far-reaching the negative impacts of bad habits can be. In the Western world, the emphasis on rational reductionism can obscure cause and effect. This occurs through compartmentalization and viewing issues in isolation.To understand how our actions impact how we think and feel, we have to take a step back, reunify the parts and look at things as a whole. We want to remember that the mind, body, energy, and emotions each play a role in how we experience the world. This impacts any system that affects others, for better and worse.The following habits deserve attention because they are known drivers of anxiety. By recognizing the part each plays in exacerbating the disorder, we can take steps to minimize or even eliminate their impacts.&nbsp;<ol><li data-list="bullet">Poor diet/nutrition</li><li data-list="bullet">Sedentary lifestyle</li><li data-list="bullet">Isolation/Loneliness</li><li data-list="bullet">Excess social media/news</li></ol> <h2>Poor Diet/Nutrition</h2>One consequence of reducing ideas to their simplest form is that many people believe that calories are all created equal. If you consume the right amount for your height, weight, and gender, you’ll be fine. Even medical doctors scarcely receive education on nutrition (less than 25 hours in four years and less than 20% of schools require a dedicated nutrition course). Instead, most instruction focuses on pharmaceutical and surgical interventions.The result is that nutrition has been undervalued, with costs to the healthcare system that are through the roof. In the case of anxiety, studies show that dysbiosis (an unhealthy balance of bacteria in the gut) has a direct causal link with the disorder.The use of specific strains of probiotics is currently being explored to reduce symptoms of both anxiety and depression.This is good news, but what about suggesting that people prevent disease by eating foods (whole foods in a rainbow of color) that support the healthy life forms in their digestive tract rather than feeding the bad ones?&nbsp;Perhaps you’d think twice about consuming highly processed food, heavy laden with trans fats, sugar, and salt, if you knew how directly you were feeding your anxiety.<h2>Sedentary Lifestyle</h2>It’s possible that feeling anxious is your physical body telling you it wants to move. We evolved over millennia to be active beings, and our bodies still need/crave activity. The modern world has led more and more people to sit for extended periods and exercise less. A situation that doesn’t bode well for physical or mental health.Fortunately, studies have shown an inverse relationship between exercise and anxiety. This means that resisting the urge to be still for long periods, incorporating walk breaks into the day, taking a dance class, hitting the gym, or going for a hike can actually reduce your anxiety.<h2>Isolation/Loneliness</h2>The longest-lived people worldwide maintain close relationships with others across their lifespans. Contrarily, isolation and loneliness are linked to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and suicide rates, as well as heart disease and reduced cognitive function.Our society emphasizes individuality, but we might better serve our overall health by fostering more collective activity and building a sense of community. Also, It matters if it’s personal and direct, which leads us to our final anxiety-inducing habit to avoid.<h2>Excess Social Media/News</h2>There is a sweet spot to both social media and news consumption which falls far below what most people consume. Both have been shown to increase anxiety and have addictive elements revealing how they could be driving a toxic cycle that keeps people held in the grip of dis-ease.The attention economy perpetuates this already vicious cycle by inundating people with advertisements, alerts, and reminders while simultaneously fanning the flames of FOMO.&nbsp;Succumbing to these snares on your time and attention could be a notable player in your anxiety.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Rewire Your Anxious Brain for Healthy Habits</h2>Just as bad habits potentially exacerbate or cause anxiety, healthy habits can do the opposite.&nbsp;It pays to be a careful consumer of food and information. It also yields favorable results to move regularly with joy and perhaps in the company of loved ones. And, for those who genuinely want to optimize mental function, there are healing modalities such as breathwork, meditation, and trauma recovery (through therapy, hypnosis, neuro linguistic programming, etc.) that can help elevate you to the next level, both releasing anxiety and stress stored in the body, and rewiring the brain for healthier habits.

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Four Habits That Make Anxiety Worse

<img src="https://images.sitesails.com/1/original/a2642062-0a27-4d77-816f-67bc4a7e8167-DC7A7190.jpg">Breathwork is a powerful healing tool that we use at Coral Gables Hypnosis to not only calm and invite the mind into a trance-like state, but to break through deeply rooted trauma and blockages in our bodies. It is a way to actively and consciously bypass the mind and enter a different state of awareness, which is what most people seek when meditating.&nbsp;Breathwork can take you to that place very quickly, and depending on the type of breathwork you are doing, it can drop you into a deep state of consciousness where your natural healing abilities are activated. Who would have thought that just through the power of the breath, you could connect closer with your Higher Self and Source, God, Spirit…whatever it is that you like to call it. Breathwork reminds us of our innate power; that we do not need anything outside of ourselves to heal. That we are actually all we need to heal.After my first experience with holotropic breathwork, I was blown away by the emotional release I had experienced. It felt like years of pain and sorrow being lifted off of me. Maybe it was the permission I felt just to be able to let go and feel (that’s the wonderful part about finding a safe space and community), but breathwork was the first time I ever fully surrendered to my body. And although the experience was intense, I would do it again in a heartbeat.If you’ve never experienced breathwork before, your first experience may be intense but it’s nothing you can’t handle. Your body intuitively knows and will surrender to what you need as long as you can get your head out of the way.<h4>So what is breathwork and where did it originate?&nbsp;</h4>Breathwork is rooted in Eastern practices such as Buddhist meditation and Tai Chi. It has been found in multiple contexts and societies dating back thousands of years. For example, “breath prayer” practices in Christianity can be dated back to 600 AD. Globally, many indigenous cultures have used breathwork along with chanting, music, and dancing as a right of spiritual practice.Aside from the spiritual aspect of the breath, different manipulation techniques of breathwork have been shown to help individuals achieve trance states of consciousness to facilitate physical and psychological healing. Research has even shown that guided breathing practices are capable of producing similar effects to psychedelic substances. We’re not just talking about the actual experience itself but studies have also shown that the after-effects of breathwork, much like guided psychedelic experiences, have helped free people of deep trauma.<h4>The Science Behind the Breath</h4>Today breathwork is becoming more and more incorporated into Western psychotherapy by blending various breathing techniques with components of talk therapy. In fact, it has become a catalyst for mindfulness and mental health treatment, and there are many studies to back up its effectiveness. For example, studies have shown that simply making your exhale longer than your inhale lowers blood pressure and cortisol levels, and brings the body into a parasympathetic state.&nbsp;A 2017 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that participants who completed 20 breathwork training sessions over eight weeks had significantly lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol compared to those that didn’t. A 2018 study published in the journal Consciousness and Condition found that breath-focused yoga boosted the attention span in participants. Multiple studies have found that slow, deep breathing could reduce the perception of chronic pain or help patients better cope with physical discomfort.<h4>What is holotropic breathwork and how is it different?</h4>Holotropic is a more intense meditative breathing practice that uses short intense breaths followed by long, deep breaths to bring you into a higher state of consciousness. The method was developed as a way to help people deal with trauma, especially helping those with avoidance behaviors.&nbsp;Many practitioners have shown a decrease in anxiety, heightened feeling of creativity and calm, and greater self-discovery with this method. This practice is led by a facilitator in a group or one-on-one session. Evocative music is played to support the session by intensifying and calming breathing.There’s no doubt that breathwork practices have surged in popularity due to the array of health benefits. So whether you are looking to learn how to incorporate effective breathing techniques like the 4-7-8 technique in your everyday life, or are wanting to dive deeper into guided breathwork at one of our retreats, breathwork can help you tune into your body and activate its natural healing abilities.&nbsp;If you’re ready to heal unresolved trauma, Coral Gables Hypnosis can help. Call us at (786) 913-6205 or email us at info@coralgableshypnosis.com to find out about our next retreat.

What happens during breathwork?

As little kids in science class we learned that darkness is the absence of light, a seemingly simple and now obvious definition. Over the years, we move along collecting definitions for all things big and small, rarely giving them a second thought. It is not until life grows a little more complicated and we grow a little older that we begin finding comfort in such simple, yet thoughtful explanations. As we are stretched and as we evolve, we recycle this information, rarely re-exploring their meaning or their application.So what of darkness then? Darkness is in fact the absence of light. Simple enough. Equally as simple is the reality that darkness cannot cast out darkness. It’s impossible. Just like there cannot be darkness without light. One sustains the other. Everyone of us has endured periods of heaviness and negativity. When we realize that focusing on the pain only multiplies the darkness, true transformation (and liberation) begins.&nbsp;If we choose to cling to our anger and our grudges, we begin to attract circumstances and people that are equally as resentful and cynical. We attract what we are, after all.So how do we get from darkness to light? A powerful way to emancipate yourself is by choosing to forgive. Forgiveness shifts you from victim to volunteer. You begin to realize that everything is happening for you, it is not happening to you. And all is in service of your greatest good. By forgiving, you open up a world of insights and lessons within your experiences that were previously unavailable to you. Just like we cannot see in darkness, it is difficult to see how life is conspiring in our favor when we focus only on the negatives.Many times, when we are withholding forgiveness from a person or a situation it is because we have not owned our responsibility in the matter. We have yet to forgive ourselves. A task that we know is easier said than done, for sure. But think about it. By focusing on things that feel good, we create more of that. When we focus on what feels heavy, we get more of that, too.Take charge of your life, own your inner power, and let go. Let go of the resentment you feel towards your ex-lover, friend, and/or family member for hurting you. Don’t do it for them, do it for you.&nbsp;Take three deep breaths and remind yourself that your life is what you make of it and the best way to a successful life begins by forgiving yourself. You always did the best you could with the knowledge you had available to you at the time. Give yourself permission to do something that feels good, something you enjoy. Remind yourself of what it’s like to enjoy your life. Then, slowly, begin to make changes in your life. Eliminate what doesn’t serve you and do more of what does.Remember that you do not have to fight your battle alone, there are tools such as hypnosis, meditation, and reiki that help you heal and recover. Take it day by day. Know that we’re here to support you. Call us at <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=coral+gables+hypnosis&amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS756US756&amp;oq=cora&amp;aqs=chrome.0.69i59j46i433i512l2j46i175i199i512j69i57j46i433i512j69i61j69i60.1080j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(26, 13, 171);">(786) 913-6205</a> or email us at info@coralgableshypnosis.com. You deserve peace today.

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How to Practice Forgiveness

A hypnotherapist and hypnotist are skilled and trained professionals who, by inducing a trance-like state, help people use their subconscious mind to change behavioral patterns or ways of thinking. This may help people overcome fear and phobias, severe stress, grief, anger management, self-esteem issues, weight loss, and weight management, relationship problems, and more.If you are already in the field of mental health or are interested in changing people’s lives, hypnosis may be a great tool to add to your career.Great hypnotists and hypnotherapists tend to be empathic and creative individuals who are intuitive, sensitive, articulate, and expressive. If this sounds like you, hypnotherapy may just be your calling.<h4>What is the difference between a hypnotist and a hypnotherapist?</h4>Although hypnosis and hypnotherapy are often used interchangeably, they are not the same. Hypnosis is a state of mind, also known as the “trance-like state”, while hypnotherapy is the name of the therapeutic approach in which hypnosis is used. As for the difference between a hypnotist and a hypnotherapist, the answer is that it all depends. A hypnotist who is not a licensed therapist can not diagnose or treat any disorder. Differing laws in each US state govern the titles that can or cannot be used by professionals. Over time, laws have become stricter, which is why the National Guild of Hypnotists encourages its non-licensed members to use the title “hypnotist.”You don’t need qualifications or experience to become a hypnotherapist or hypnotist. Everything you need to get fully certified is gained upon completion of your chosen hypnosis course. Many wellness practitioners, coaches, and medical professionals use hypnosis as an effective change method in their existing practice. Some combine hypnosis with other modalities while others solely focus on the practice itself. A lot can be done through hypnosis as a standalone modality.<h4>What can hypnosis do for my clients?</h4>Hypnosis is the epitome of mind-body medicine. It can enable the mind to tell the body how to react and modify the messages that the body sends to the mind. Hypnosis can also encourage the body to activate its natural relaxation response through the use of a phrase or nonverbal cue, slowing breathing, lowering blood pressure, and instilling an overall sense of well-being. This can help patients who experience excessive worry or fears.Hypnosis can also help with:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Reducing pain associated with surgery</li><li data-list="bullet">Reducing chronic pain</li><li data-list="bullet">Helping identify underlying causes to fears and phobias</li><li data-list="bullet">Helping individuals overcome insomnia or sleepwalking</li><li data-list="bullet">Improving symptoms of IBS and other digestive maladies</li><li data-list="bullet">Replacing the habit of drinking or smoking with one that is beneficial</li></ol> <h4>How can hypnosis be used as a therapeutic tool in my existing practice?</h4>Hypnosis can be integrated into traditional therapies in many ways. It can be used to build positive expectations, amplify and work with emotion-laden memories, instill better-coping skills and a positive-response-set to stressful situations, and increase self-efficacy and confidence. Many therapists use hypnosis to help clients move through difficult topics like trauma and addictions.Hypnosis also pairs extremely well with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.A 1995 study in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology published a groundbreaking meta-analysis, comparing CBT treatment without hypnosis to identical treatment with hypnosis…The evidence was compiled from 18 case studies covering therapy issues ranging from obesity and hypertension to insomnia and public speaking anxiety.It showed that “the average client receiving cognitive behavioral hypnotherapy benefited more than at least 70% of clients receiving the same treatment without hypnosis.<h4><img src="https://images.sitesails.com/1/original/f62ea0ee-1531-4517-9da5-a286756a53f9-fullsizeoutput_489.jpeg"></h4> <h4>The Language of the Subconscious Mind</h4>The subconscious mind is your brain’s hard wiring or your “master program.” It is where all of your emotions, instinctual thoughts, beliefs, memories, and trauma points are stored. The subconscious mind is subjective. It does not think or reason independently, yet it is always listening and responding to the conscious mind in a way that fits its programming. To change behavioral responses and unfavorable beliefs, we must learn to speak the language of the subconscious mind. Hypnosis is, after all, the use of language to reprogram thoughts and behaviors.<h4>Make Long-Lasting, Permanent Changes for Your Clients</h4>Well-executed and well-structured hypnosis sessions bring about a change that can last for a lifetime. Depending on how open the client is to get in a hypnotic state, it takes on average four to eight sessions of hypnosis to experience the benefits.It’s important to remember that hypnosis is a process of unlearning and re-learning. It encourages people to learn and accept things that they are normally not able to. Strong suggestions can stick with the client forever, allowing for deep healing and helping the client to move forward with a new, positive and optimistic outlook on life.<h4>Running a Professional Practice</h4>Building rapport and trust are extremely important in hypnosis. As a therapist or coach, you may have an advantage as you have already built trusting relationships with your patients and clients. If you are just starting out, finding a course that teaches you everything you need to know from the first client meeting to setting proper expectations, record keeping, basic business tools, and more is important to ensure that your practice is successful as quickly as possible<h4>Learn More About My Class</h4>My next Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis Certification class will take place in Miami, FL from February 16, 2022, to February 22, 2022, 9 AM-6 PM. I will be teaching you direct and indirect hypnosis techniques, kinesthetic anchors, basic Neuro-Linguistic tools, In-life and past life regression methods, and so much more.

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Is a Career in Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis right for me?

DNA is the most recognized biological molecule and is present in all forms of life on Earth. It is what makes you you, and it contains the markers of why you have brown eyes rather than blue or why you may be susceptible to certain dis-eases. You can think of this genetic code as the instruction for building the proteins that are essential for the development, growth, and functioning of all life.Everything about DNA is fascinating. Just think - all of the DNA in all of your cells linked together would be twice the diameter of our Solar System, yet the DNA inside each of your cells packs down into a space smaller than you can see.&nbsp;Each length of DNA that codes for a specific protein is called a gene. Humans have around 20,000 - 30,000 genes. Each gene has a copy, one inherited by each parent. Our genes only account for about 3% of our DNA, with the remaining 97% widely considered to be “junk DNA”.What is junk DNA?In the past, “junk DNA” or non-coding DNA was written off as invaluable or useless because they don’t contain proteins. Now, Scientists are telling a different story of “junk DNA” as they perform research on what has simply not yet been understood. Research has begun to show that although these noncoding sequences don’t carry protein information, they are sometimes shaped by evolution to different ends.&nbsp;In other words, they are discovering that our genes and DNA do not control our biology but that our DNA is greatly influenced by environmental signals from outside the cell (epigenetics). Noncoding DNA is now being appreciated as a genetic resource for cells and a sort of nursery where new genes can evolve.&nbsp;More specifically, noncoding DNA contains sequences that act as regulatory elements, either activating or repressing the process by which the information by genes is turned into proteins. Thus, proving the tremendous influence of junk DNA on the functions of our genes, playing a role in how we look, act, and the diseases that afflict us. And slowly but surely, the term&nbsp;“junk DNA” has begun to die.&nbsp;If this much is true and there is still so much yet to be discovered, we must wonder about the potential of noncoding DNA lying dormant within, and if we can intentionally activate them, could we live up to our full potential?What power do we have over our DNA?In 2011, Sara Lazar and her team at Harvard found that mindfulness meditation can actually change the structure of the brain. Neuroscience has proven that we can change our brains just by thinking differently. Dr. Joe Dispenza, a leading researcher, author, and educator on this subject, has conducted research to prove how reprogramming memorized emotions into elevated emotions can change our internal chemistry and thus, change our external realities.&nbsp;In the same way, research is beginning to show the profound power we have over our DNA. Through techniques, we can override the carbon framework at the level of the nucleic acid bases in DNA, and activate this “junk DNA” to recover our Divine quantum biology. That is where Quantum DNA Activation steps in.What is Quantum DNA activation? How do you activate dormant DNA?DNA activation suggests the idea that there are up to 12 additional strands of DNA that can be activated. This can be done in various ways, including through the shifting of our perceptions and the energetic messages emanating from positive thought patterns. DNA Activation proponents also emphasize the importance of meditation and the connection to Spirit when activating DNA.&nbsp;Certain sound frequencies have also been discovered to activate DNA while having profound effects on brain function.One scientific study tested the effects of sound vibrations on the synthesis of nucleic acids in chrysanthemums, finding the synthesis of RNA was accelerated under certain frequencies.&nbsp;In another study, a music professor at Skidmore College uncovered that certain combinations of sound frequencies can destroy cancer cells. More specifically, the 528Hz frequency is considered to have an incredibly positive influence on DNA Activation, forming new bonds in the DNA chains and crystal structure, increasing light absorption.&nbsp;What are the benefits of DNA activation?&nbsp;Activating your DNA can feel like an expansion of energy, clearing out blockages, and skyrocketing your body’s innate wisdom and infinite potential. Those who practice Quantum DNA Activation have been able to strengthen their immune system, eliminate pain, improve sleep better, increase creativity, heal negative emotional patterns, and tap into spiritual gifts such as clairvoyance or claircognizance.&nbsp;Recent research has also found that practices like quantum DNA activation that include sound and meditation increases the life of the telomeres by stimulating the production of telomerase enzyme in the body, having anti-aging benefits.&nbsp;At Coral Gables Hypnosis, we work with Quantum DNA through 1:1 sessions and group retreats. Through hypnosis and activation meditations, we are able to improve the function of the brain and our DNA. The objective isn’t that you depend on someone to do this for you as you would a professional but that you learn it and integrate it as part of your self care routine. There is more to staying healthy than working out and eating right. When we incorporate the energetic and mind bodies into our health goals, the entire picture comes into focus.

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Why Junk DNA May be the Key to Unlocking your Greatest Potential

Sound healing has become increasingly popular in New Age Wellness, but it is hardly a new form of therapy. The ancient Greeks used music to treat digestion and mental disorders, and Tibetans have used sound bowls for over 2,000 years for meditation purposes. In fact, the use of sound as a healing technique is as old as recorded history and is mentioned in the oldest spiritual texts. Ancient rituals often involved chanting and drumming to bring about emotionally charged states. It is now that modern science is beginning to uncover what ancient civilizations knew all along.While there is scientific evidence to prove the influence of sound on our emotional states, we intuitively know the power of sound in the way that we feel. The calm we feel while listening to rainfall as we drift into sleep, the euphoria we get while blasting our favorite song in the car with our friends, and the comfort of our mother’s voice as she reads us a bedtime story.&nbsp;As humans, we have always turned to music, whether we unconsciously seek it to match our current state or to elevate our vibration so that we feel a rush of dopamine. Thanks to modern science, we now understand sound better and the effect different frequencies have on our mental and physical bodies. We can now physically see how the brain lights up when listening to different sounds while undergoing an MRI. We have even decoded the musical expression of our DNA further proving that we are, indeed, made up of vibrations and, therefore, influenced by sound.&nbsp;&nbsp;I’m sure by now you’ve noticed how sound baths have hit the mainstream. And like most trends that come and go, I’m sure you’re probably wondering, what are sound baths? Do they actually have healing effects and how exactly do they work?The great thing about most of these emerging wellness “trends” is that there is some truth to them, especially if we take the time to understand them and to present them as they are intended. There is a lot of research on the benefits of sound baths. More specifically, the effects they have on our brainwaves and our bodies.What are sound baths and how do they work?A sound bath is a deeply immersive listening experience where you are surrounded by different sound waves aimed at inducing a relaxed, meditative state and providing healing to different areas of the body. In a traditional sound bath experience, a variety of Tibetan singing bowls are used to emit different tones and frequencies. A sound healing experience can also use other instruments like gongs, crystal quartz bowls, chimes, tuning forks, drums, rain sticks, shakers, meditation bells, and the human voice.&nbsp;What are the effects of singing bowls on the body?Studies have shown that people have reported significantly less tension, anger, fatigue, and depression as well as increased feelings of spiritual well-being after doing a sound meditation with a singing bowl. The effects were most notable amongst first timers who had never tried sound therapy before. There is also evidence that shows singing bowls can lower blood pressure and heart rate due to the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system - the part of the body that allows the body to relax and rest. These soothing sounds also activate sensory pathways that compete with pain pathways, further relaxing the body and reducing stress &amp; discomfort. While a sound bath isn’t going to cure you of dis-ease, it can ease symptoms for many conditions exacerbated by stress, whether it be chronic pain, anxiety, depression, or irritable bowel syndrome.What are the effects of sound baths on the brain?The sound vibrations of singing bowls allow your brain waves to slow, shifting from a more active state to a more relaxed state, or even a dreamlike state. As we unplug from external stimuli and are fully immersed in sound, we are able to enter a deeper state of consciousness, where healing occurs. Most of us spend most of our waking moments in beta brain waves, involved in conscious thought, logical thinking, and problem-solving. Too much thinking and worrying can have a stimulating effect that can activate the body’s stress response. Sound healing allows for us to shift out of beta brain waves into Alpha or Theta brain waves. Alpha brain waves happen when our minds are relaxed and quiet, and theta brain waves occur when we are in a deep meditative state.&nbsp;For those who struggle with finding stillness in meditation, sound therapies can help you move into a deep state of relaxation and meditation much more quickly and effortlessly.How do these sound vibrations affect the energetic body?&nbsp;These healing instruments align our vibration back into balance. You see, we are mostly infinitesimal particles of vibrating energy. When our energy is out of balance for so long, we begin to become unhealthy both physically and mentally. Physics tells us that vibrations affect each other, which is why we are affected by the vibration of sound. When we allow our vibrating energy to match the frequencies of these high vibrational sounds, then shifts in our health can happen naturally and we can feel better.If you’ve ever heard of Chakras before, they are like an energy network throughout your body. There are seven major energetic centers including the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown. When the Chakras are in balance, you are in harmony, your health is good, and your life, in general, flows better. When your Chakras are out of balance because too much energy flows through them or not enough energy does, then you may experience emotional distress or disease. The energetic chakra system works much like your biological organ system, they must be in balance so that the entire organism can flow more effortlessly. Fortunately, you can bring each chakra back into balance with the help of sound.Each Chakra vibrates at its own unique frequency. When you give that same frequency to your body through the use of sound therapy, your chakra realigns to it, and you will get the energy you need to be vibrant and healthy.&nbsp;So if you’ve been thinking about following just one more trend, take a dive into a sound bath meditation, buy yourself a soundowl or simply download one of thousands of sound frequency meditations online. If you want us to walk the journey with you, join us whenever you like. At Coral Gables Hypnosis, we utilize sound therapy to assist in our guided meditations, breathwork, soundbowls, chanting and reiki to help slow your brain waves and get you in a relaxed state, and to assist any energy that needs to be released or supported.

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Is sound healing real or just a trendy new-age technique?

As little kids in science class we learned that darkness is the absence of light, a&nbsp;seemingly simple and obvious definition. Over the years, we go on collecting more and more definitions, rarely giving them a second thought. It is not until life grows a little more complicated and we grow a little older that we begin finding comfort in such simple, yet thoughtful, explanations. As we are stretched and as we evolve, we recycle this information, rarely re-exploring their meaning or their application.&nbsp;&nbsp;So what of our personal darkness then? Everyone of us has endured periods of heaviness and negativity at some point in our lives. Truly overcoming these moments comes through the realization that when we focus our attention on the pain we can only multiply the darkness. When we unconsciously (or deliberately) cling to our anger and our grudges, we being to attract circumstances and people that are equally as resentful and cynical. We attract what we are, after all.&nbsp;So how do we move from darkness to a place of light?&nbsp;Shift Your FocusFirst, shift what you are focusing your attention on. It’s true that in moments of overwhelming pain and sadness we often find it difficult to find the silver lining. Find just one small thing that is good and light. Spend at least part of your focused energy on that. For example, find a flower (any flower) and see it, smell it, and touch it. Close your eyes and for just a few minutes, focus all your attention here. This simple task on the surface may seem pointless and childish. At the core, when you are pausing for just a moment to focus on something other than your pain and sadness, you are sending a deep message to your body that you are safe. You’re telling yourself that for this moment, you are OK and that there is something good still left in your experience. Do this every day and watch as the darkness slowly lifts.&nbsp;&nbsp;Choose to ForgiveA second way to move forward is by choosing to forgive. Forgiveness shifts you from victim to volunteer. Through forgiveness you give yourself permission to accept the possibility that things are happening for you, not to you. When we forgive, we open ourselves up to a world of “what’s next”. Many times, when we are withholding&nbsp;forgiveness from a person or a situation, it is because we have not owned our responsibility in the matter. Often, the person that needs and craves our forgiveness the most is ourselves. Cut yourself a break and stay open to the insights and lessons that your experiences and relationships can bring you.&nbsp;&nbsp;Make the ChangeLastly, make the change. Is there a situation or a person in your life that you are constantly feeling down or stressed out around. Why are you choosing this? Sometimes we stay in jobs that drain us because we don't see a way out. Sometimes we hold on to relationships because we feel that we have to. Take some time to identify what small changes in your life would create the biggest impact on your happiness and start implementing them. Update your resume, have that difficult conversation and set some boundaries. You’ll see that with time and consistency the situations were in your control after all.&nbsp;By focusing on things that feel good, we create more good in our lives. When we focus on what feels heavy, we get more of that, too.&nbsp;Remember -The power is within you.Take charge of your life, own your inner power, and let go. Stay present and in charge of your attention; Let go of the resentment you feel towards your ex-lover, friend, and/or family member for hurting you. Don’t do it for them, do it for you. Your life is what you make of it and the best way to a successful life begins by focusing on you. Give yourself permission to do something that feels good, something you enjoy.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more tools to help you live your best life, reach out to us. Call us at 305.567.1973 or email us at <a href="mailto:info@coralgableshypnosis.com" target="_blank">info@coralgableshypnosis.com</a>.

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Three Ways to Transmute Darkness into Light

When was the last time you cleansed your space?&nbsp;Nope, I’m not talking about dusting and vacuuming. I'm talking about cleansing your space. Getting all that negative and heavy vibe off of our bodies, our homes, and even our cars. Whether you are choosing to cleanse on the new moon, the full moon, or on a Tuesday when you dont even know how the moon is doing,&nbsp;cleansing can be a critical component of our spiritual routine.There are many reasons to start an energy protection and cleansing practice. Maybe you’ve been feeling like there’s a dark cloud over you, or maybe you feel like you’re in a perpetual episode of Murphy’s Law. Maybe you just feel that it’s time for a little despojo.&nbsp;The reasons are plentiful and as varied as the moon phases. The question is how? Where can you start your energy reset and protection rituals?&nbsp;Read on for some tips and easy ways that you can get started.&nbsp;&nbsp;Call in Your GuidesFirst, get comfortable with the fact that you do not have to do it all yourself. You get to ask for help. So get your asking muscles pumping and ask the universe, God, Reiki light, the saints, or the angels for help. Invite whomever or whatever higher force you connect with to assist you in first cleansing and then protecting you and your environment. Ask and be open to receiving.&nbsp;&nbsp;Smudge Your SpaceNext, grab that sage stick or that palo santo that you bought months ago and keep moving from one place to another, and light it up! The key with smudging is to first set your intention and to repeat it like a mantra over and over in your mind or out loud. Cover all of your physical body with sage while staying connected to your intention. Walk around your space remaining mindful that you cover all the corners of every room, especially the rooms that have felt a little yucky or stuck.&nbsp;Connect with GratitudeLastly, make your way to your sacred space. You know the one. The place where you feel most at peace and most at home. Take a moment to connect with gratitude. Declare your gratitude for always being protected by the universe, God, Reiki light, the saints, or your angels. The vibration of gratitude truly is the highest and easiest to access. You are already divinely protected. Take a moment to acknowledge and to sit in gratitude.&nbsp;&nbsp;What’s next? Why not start developing some of that amazing power you were born with?&nbsp;Coming in April, we are hosting a class on Unitarian Reiki. If you are already a Usui Reiki practitioner, think of this as leveling up. We will step into the power of combining Usui reiki with sound, color, Karuna &amp; Shamballa Reiki and Sacred geometry.

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Three Ways to Energetically Cleanse Your Space

There was a time in my not so long ago life where I experienced many bouts with deep anger. When I found myself firmly planted in that space full of rage I felt completely outside of my own body. It was as if I was watching a slow motion film of my appalling behavior and found myself unable to stop it. When I would yell I could see the veins coming out of my neck and my blood would feel hot, my head light and foggy. I would throw fists and random objects at anything in my way and watch as hideous words escaped my lips.&nbsp;The episodes where short but numerous, each one more draining than the last. I was left feeling empty and numb, in mental and physical pain and discomfort. Eventually, I would break down mid-shower or while running an errand and experience guilt and shame and most of all, overwhelming disappointment. It was in one of these moments of numbness and shame that I decided to understand and overcome what it was that had a hold on me and my emotions.Why did I feel so angry and out of control?When your head is rattling around in those dark, anger-filled places, finding your way out can seem almost impossible. But it is in this moment where we have the most power. When we connect with the harshest parts of ourselves we only have one great new place to go to, up and Out.Releasing our anger brings us an inner peace that allows us to create a more wholesome, joyful life. It is with one single, committed decision that we can prevail over this now tired habit. The moment you decide to live as your authentically happy self (I know you are in there) is the moment you set yourself free.So, I know this sounds simple and you’re probably wondering how in the world you can move from wanting to lunge for the throat of those you love the most one minute to peacefully smiling and flowing. Well, like with everything else, there's a process.<h4>	1. Let yourself off the hook</h4>So you have memories of experiences that you aren't necessarily proud of. So your family and friends have stories to tell about how insane you’ve behaved when angry in the past. The key to all this is accepting that all of those experiences and emotions and behaviors are in the past. Your power is in the here and now, not in the way- back-when. Bring your attention to the new, in the present, you. It definitely makes a big difference when you can forgive and feel compassion for yourself. This will not be a one time deal. You will become a master at self-forgiveness. Practice, practice, practice.&nbsp;<h4>	2. Assessment</h4>You want to get knee-deep and comfortable in what triggers your anger. Treat yourself to a notebook (for those of you who are paper-averse, the notes app on your phone works too). There is no need for a long winded, wordy, emotional journal entry. In fact, keep it short and sweet. You want to log three simple things:1. What triggered the anger?2. At the moment you identified that you were angry, where in your body did you feel it?3. On a scale from 1-10, how intense was it?You are keeping this as a way to understand where you are-not as a way to log how bad you are at not being angry (see above: let yourself off the hook). Seeing the patterns written out in front of you makes it easier to know where you are and where you are going. Now that you have clarity of what’s triggering you, what do you do?&nbsp;<h4>	3. Meditate</h4>Adopt a meditation routine that you are excited to implement on a daily basis. I know I just lost some of you but please come back. When many of us with few (or zero) meditation hours under our belt hear the word meditation, we picture someone in a robe or at the very least, yoga pants, sitting cross legged under a tree, calmly breathing and floating three inches from the earth. I got two words for you: baby steps.&nbsp;Start with five minutes a day. Spend this time breathing into the parts of the body where you felt your anger that day, imagine letting it go-literally visualize anger leaving your body. Keep a 1-10 scale on the side of your mind and practice bringing that number all the way to one as you release the anger.Start with a present moment meditation, with a mantra.<h4>	4. Remember you are not alone</h4>Ask for help from people in your life. If you don't have helpful and compassionate people in your life yet, go meet some. They are everywhere, many are online. Find a YouTube channel with meditation videos you like or look for an intro to meditation class. They are out there, many resources are free.We are always here to help, just a phone call or comment away. Book your complimentary consultation or visit us at our free workshops. You can uncover the roots of the matter and recover a happy, successful you.

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Overcome Anger with these Three Steps

The idea that we are our own worst critics is so commonly accepted that it’s almost a cliche.There are plenty of reasons/excuses/stories as to why we are so speak so harshly towards ourselves. Maybe the negative voice in your head sounds a lot like your mother. Perhaps when you let yourself dream, the old you that failed once at something interrupts to bring you evidence of just how badly you suck at something.&nbsp;For all you know, negative talk is something that has been there for so long now that you’ve forgotten that it’s not the natural order of things. I can write you a million words about how wonderful you are. But really, what’s the point? Probably best to give you some tried and true, easy-to-apply-in-real-life tips on how to start combating (and beating) the Negative Nancy in your head.<h4>	1. Start with getting real (and compassionate) with yourself</h4>We all have negative thoughts. Some of us are plagued by them every single day for what seems like all hours of the day. Some others get them loud and clear when we are about to embark on something outside their comfort zone. You know that person you admire? The one that seems to have it all together? That person has negative thoughts as well. So cut yourself a break.<h4>	2. Take some accounts of what you are really saying when no one is listening</h4>I’m not talking about just noticing the thoughts. You’re a badass. If we are exorcising these old, useless thought patterns from your head, you, Sir/Madam Badass, are going to write those things down. But have fun with it, go get yourself a small journal, use your notes app on your phone, download an app that makes it easier to track.I know what you're thinking. Great! Now I have the thought in my head AND in my purse/phone/laptop. Twice as many! Nope. You’re getting ahead of me. Come back to the written thought. What can writing a negative thought do for you? Remember when you were a kid and you had a nightmare? Someone may have suggested that the way to get rid of the nightmare was to stop, look whatever was scaring you in the eye and say “I’m not afraid of you!” Apply the same logic here. We get to first acknowledge what’s in our minds so we can replace them with thoughts that work.<h4>	3. Replace those thoughts with the complete opposite.</h4>Now is the fun part that for some of us may feel odd and silly but go with it for a minute (or a year). Replace the thought with it’s complete opposite. First in writing, then out loud. So for for example, you are at a networking meeting and it’s your turn to introduce yourself. Identify the thought “I’m so bad at speaking in front of people. This is nerve-wracking”. Write it down and ask yourself what is the complete opposite of this thought? Perhaps it can be “I’m great at introducing myself. This is fun”.<h4>	4. Interrupt the pattern</h4>Now, I get that this can feel phony and far fetched, specially if you believe the original thought to be true to the core. This isn't so much about positive affirmations as it is about INTERRUPTING the pattern. Humans are creatures of habit. Our minds are wired from an early age to look for patterns and create shortcuts.&nbsp;By interrupting the pattern you are giving yourself an opportunity to choose a different thought. Do this long enough and the pattern is permanently broken. So maybe the next time you stand up and introduce yourself the thought isn't “I’m so bad at this” OR “I’m so good at this” but something neutral (or even positive) like “These croissants smell delicious!” When you disrupt the pattern, you create space in your head for something that feels Better.I’ll leave you with this. There is an old quote attributed to the Buddha that reads “Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense”. I challenge you to take the next few months to question everything you’ve known to be true. Stop believing the negative thoughts you’ve been telling yourself and all these years. As a thought experiment, tell yourself the opposite. It could change your life.A great way to do life-altering things is to do them along-side people who are up to the same challenge. Coral Gables Hypnosis is always a phone call away. We are here to help so why not start with your complimentary initial consultation. Let’s change your world. Let’s start today!

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Four Ways to Combat Negative Thoughts

There it is! That small glimpse into the person you used to be. Perhaps it was a word, or a&nbsp;look, or even a scent that ignited that memory to pop into your mind of being head over heels in love. You can feel butterfly wings dancing inside your belly and you can hear their heartbeat against your own. It feels like heaven and you are certain that this is it. This is your person.Many of us in long term relationships have moved past the giddy honeymoon stage and are knee-deep in familiarity. Summoning those belly butterflies of the time we fell in love can be an act of deliberate effort. Our personal and work environments are constantly moving and changing, not to mention the ever changing but never ending pandemic. There are times that we move so quickly just to keep up that we forget what connecting with all our senses feels like. It is through our senses that we may find the love potion that helps us continuously fall in love. If this sounds overly simplistic, it’s probably because it is. The tricky part comes through consistency. So why not implement these three simple steps and take yourself to&nbsp;that place where love and excitement waits for you:&nbsp;<h4>	1. Revisit a Moment in Time</h4>Sit in silence and let your mind wander over to a memory of feeling deeply in love. Remember this memory with each of your senses. What did that moment look, smell, taste, sound, and feel like? Take one sense at a time and truly savor it. Notice how your body feels and what emotions come up.&nbsp;Kick it up a notch and do this exercise with your partner. Studies show that couples who often remember and talk about positive past experiences together enjoy higher levels of relationship satisfaction.<h4>	2. Reconnect Through Quality Time</h4>Schedule some time with your partner doing something together (even if for just a few minutes) and experience your senses together. Make it deliberate and familiar. It could be making love or even walking for five minutes holding hands. It doesn't really matter what you’re doing as long as you’re together practicing the same intention-to reconnect.&nbsp;Yes, at the beginning scheduling time together may feel like the most unromantic thing you can do as a couple but the data shows that when couples schedule time together they feel closer and more in love.<h4>		3. Be Present</h4>We fall in love in the moments in which we are most present. Be present with your loved one so your mind relearns to scan every moment for all that is wonderful. Quickly you will start to remember why you chose this person to fall in love with.&nbsp;&nbsp;It can take some effort to step out of the familiar and expected and into the choice to be present and in love every day. So just for one day, retrain your mind to fall in love with everything: with yourself, your partner,&nbsp;your job and your environment.&nbsp;The decision to recommit to being in love is a testament of your strength and your commitment to happiness. Remember that you’re not alone and it’s absolutely okay to ask for help, be it in the form of a book, a class, a couples therapist or a great coach.&nbsp;

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