Reach Your Ultimate Goals with Hypnosis By Hugh Sadlier, M.Ed., BCCH


very individual supposedly has an ultimate goal, one that is the same for all people, regardless of race, creed, nationality or physical condition. The goal may be held in the subconscious mind, but it is the eventual and fi nal goal. That goal is self-actual- ization. Regardless of background, education, fi nancial standing or numerous other factors, individuals are subconsciously encouraged to move onward and upward, to become the best they possibly can within their beliefs and values systems.


E Progress toward the ultimate goal, and necessary intermedi-


ate objectives, is affected by experiential factors – especially the atmosphere of early years, opportunity and life in general. There are three factors essential to positive progress: self-esteem, confi dence and motivation. During the course of a lifetime, virtually everyone experiences problems involving one or more of these elements. Resolving such problems is one of the most important and valuable capabilities of hypnosis.


Self-Esteem High self-esteem is a basic component of success and usually


develops as a result of positive reinforcement. Low self-esteem, however, does not suddenly appear, like the symptoms of an illness. It develops like a cancer, usually unnoticed in early stages, but spreading slowly throughout the mind until, when recognized, it may be full-blown, demoralizingly destructive, and possibly even terminal. It must be dealt with before progress can be achieved in building self-confi dence and creating motivation. It is diffi cult for a person to show confi dence when he views himself as low man on his own totem pole.


While poor self-esteem can emanate from events which might be considered personal setbacks (in business, relationships, health etc.); the primary cause is negative programming from the past. It might be a product of judgmental or abusive parents, teach- ers, authority fi gures, relatives or friends. Many times derogatory comments, ridicule, relentless criticism, bullying and other similar factors override commendable achievement and reinforce the nega- tive. Frequently these experiences, hurts or negative infl uences are absorbed and buried in subconscious memory. The victim may be completely unaware of the sources of troubled feelings, fears, self- doubt and damaging attitudes.


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But remember that the subconscious mind records everything that has happened in a person’s life. Through hypnosis it is possible to by-pass the conscious mind and retrieve from the subconscious storehouse the detrimental memories that had been affecting the personality. By bringing the problems to light, releasing their infl u- ence from then on, and replacing them with positive perceptions, a person can be freed from past infl uences and open doors to future progress and achievement.


Confi dence The establishment of self-confi dence must identify the impact of


past, negative programming and eliminate from self-perception all labels such as: bad, wrong, stupid, clumsy, dumb, inept, untalented, or ignorant. Hypnosis can become the source of self-discovery – revealing unrecognized capabilities that lead to an acceptance of valid self-worth.


The process for developing self-confi dence may vary con-


siderably, depending on the depth and origins of the problem. In milder cases, resolving problems of self-esteem may be followed by programming which utilizes imagination or visualization to create success, confi dence and appropriate abilities in the mind. The client can then absorb and accept enhancing, hypnotic suggestions that can lead to attitude modifi cation and positive demonstrations of newly-acquired self-assurance.


In more complex cases, where depression may be a factor, the


hypnotist may elect to use parts therapy or the removal of fears to free up behaviors and reduce negative internal judgments so posi- tive self-feelings and confi dence can develop in a natural way. Long term results can be signifi cant. Mood and energy levels increase, compulsive and psychosomatic symptoms fade, emotions become understood, and clients move toward self-direction and greater interpersonal involvement. Self-degradation is reduced and positive feelings about life’s possibilities develop.


Motivation With self-esteem and confi dence enhanced, improved motiva-


tion moves to the fore. Psychologist Abraham Maslow suggests fi ve levels at which people are motivated: Psychological – food, drink, sleep, sex; Safety – protection, freedom from fear, order; Belonging-


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