At work, at home, in our social interactions, and even during vacations… Stress permeates our daily lives and reaches the level of chronic illnesses. In our hectic pace of life, the weight of responsibilities has increased, becoming heavy and, above all, a source of stress. Too many things to manage, too much pressure, and too many expectations… The balance of our mental and emotional state is very fragile, and the mind will soon be overwhelmed by stress and counterproductive thoughts. Because it induces a state of deep relaxation and allows you to more actively reprogram your subconscious, stress hypnosis is an effective and powerful method.
Stress: Experiencing hypnosis can help you fight it
A BVA survey of 1,030 people revealed that nearly one-fifth of French people feel stressed most of the time.
When a person anticipates the negative consequences of a situation, stress arises.
The symptoms of stress can quickly become unbearable: anxiety, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction, back problems… They can be relieved by medication, psychological or psychotherapeutic follow-up, and/or by auxiliary medications such as Spiritual Hypnosis.
Is hypnosis effective against stress?
For hypnosis sessions to be effective, a relationship of trust between the patient and their therapist must be established as a priority.
First and foremost, hypnotherapy induces physiological changes in the brain. Because it relies on a state of relaxation, it has a calming effect on certain hormones. Thus, during hypnosis, and even longer, the secretion of cortisol, a powerful stress hormone, decreases. Conversely, serotonin and endorphins (hormones that make people feel good) increase. Finally, blood pressure and heart rate drop, muscle tension disappears, and sleep improves. Furthermore, hypnosis helps the patient adjust their perspective and beliefs under pressure and helps them let go of past “automatic syndromes.” It also helps them gain the necessary perspective to make the right decision.
Finally, most people who have successfully undergone hypnosis experience greater happiness and better ways of solving the problems they face.
However, hypnotic methods for treating stress and getting rid of it completely are not always sufficient. Many sessions may be required, and the results may be short-lived.
Hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy to overcome stress
Cognitive behavioral therapy is based on learning theory and the use of relaxation or meditation exercises that can beneficially modify behavior. It operates on the basis of unreasonable assumptions and cognitive models, which can increase stress and generate negative emotions.
There are real similarities between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnosis, particularly Ericksonian hypnosis, as both forms of treatment aim to manage emotions and beliefs. In fact, the two can mutually enhance each other to better manage stress and anxiety holistically. Many scientists have confirmed a close link between hypnosis and CBT, especially in the area of ​​behavioral disorders. Dr. Albert Bandura, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Stanford University, is a leading figure in this field.
