- July 27, 2022
- transformationhaven
The struggle is real when it comes to achieving and maintaining a flatter stomach that you would be proud to show off to the world. If you would have scoffed at the idea of hypnotherapy for weight loss being an effective treatment, then you're not alone!
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Did you know approximately 12.5 million adults in Australia are either overweight or obese? From fad diets to drastic exercise routines, more than 60% of people in Australia continue to battle weight issues daily. These people are willing to do whatever it takes to shed those unwanted kilos that have been weighing them down. For some people in these desperate times, hypnotherapy for weight loss has been nothing short of a miracle.
So, what is Weight Loss Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is a technique used by many therapists today – like us here at Transformation Haven!
It involves practitioners engaging both the conscious and subconscious minds so the attention can be focused on the verbal repetition and imagery shared during the session.
As a result, when an individual is in a state of hypnosis, their mind becomes open to suggestions regarding weight loss. At the same time, their behaviour and emotion follow the cue, thus becoming more open to changing their eating and exercising habits.
Many studies now indicate that hypnosis for weight loss can be a great tool for people looking to lose weight. The idea is that the mind can be influenced to change habits like binge or stress eating, or to live a sedentary lifestyle while bringing considerable changes in leptin levels in people with obesity.
Benefits of hypnotherapy for weight loss
Compared with alternative means of losing weight, using hypnotherapy for weight loss certainly holds many advantages. For instance:
- As stated previously, it allows potential weight loss seekers to enter a relaxed state of mind where they may be more open to suggestions to help change certain habits. As a result, this may lead to faster weight loss.
- Hypnosis for weight loss is considered safe for most people if practiced under the guidance of a trained therapist. As a result, it comes with no threats or side effects that usually result from fad diets and diet pills.
- Many studies also indicate that people with certain personality traits such as selflessness and openness are more responsive to the effectiveness of weight loss hypnotherapy than others.
- Hypnotherapy has a higher success rate in men and women over 40. Hence, those within this age group are more likely to benefit from using hypnotherapy to achieve weight loss.
Risks of hypnotherapy for weight loss
One of the most common risks of hypnotherapy for weight loss is that it is not a one size fits all therapy. Although using hypnotherapy for weight loss is generally considered a safe option, there can seldom be adverse reactions, especially when practiced alongside the consumption of alcohol. Some of these include:
- headaches
- feeling dizzy or drowsy
- experiencing anxiety and/or distress
- false memory creation
- hallucinations and delusions
How many sessions are needed for weight loss hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is essentially a solution-based treatment. Thus the course of hypnotherapy for weight loss is relatively short. Many people experience noticeable results after merely one or two sessions, while other programs for weight loss last around 4-6 sessions.
Can self-hypnosis for weight loss work?
Self-hypnosis and mindfulness are both great tools for promoting weight loss at home. These help to increase awareness about the choice of food one consumes. It also limits you’re eating in response to emotional cues and promotes greater acceptance of body image.
From books to audio and videos available online, it can all be learned to bring oneself into a state of trance. Some self therapies may even practice affirmations where you repeat positive suggestions to yourself either silently or out loud.
Final thoughts?
Remember! Using our subconscious mind to modify our lifestyle while ditching old behaviour, unhealthy emotions and negative eating habits is the key.
Hypnotherapy for weight loss helps one make healthier choices without any undue stress or distress. However, before embarking on this journey, it is best to get in touch with your physician or general practitioner to help decide the best path for you.
Call us now to find out more about our Gold Coast Hynotherapy & other specialty services on 0423 248 397 or contact us online!
