Higher Self Hypnotherapy FAQs

 

WHAT TIME ZONE AND DAYS DO YOU DO YOUR HIGHER SELF HYPNOTHERAPY SESSIONS?  

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All one-on-one sessions are in Seattle PST time.  You can click on this time zone converter link to see what the time difference is in your part of the world.  I currently offer sessions Mon - Wed starting at 10am PST - 6pm PST.​

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WHAT IS A HIGHER SELF HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION?

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A Higher Self Hypnotherapy session is approximately a 90 minute private one-on-one session in which you are safely induced into a relaxed trance using creative visualization so you may communicate directly with your wise Higher Self.  Your wise Higher Self is that all knowing part of you that holds wisdom.  It knows you best, and wants the best for you.  During this session you may ask your Higher Self any question you'd like more clarity on, and also ask for Divine Healing.​

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WHERE DOES THE HIGHER SELF HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION TAKE PLACE?

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A Higher Self Hypnotherapy session takes place on a teleconference call that allows me to record our session together.  This allows you to do the session in the comfort of your own home.  You won't have to drive, and you can even do your session in your pajamas if you wish.

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WHAT DOES A TYPICAL HIGHER SELF HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION LOOK LIKE?

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Before the session:

1.  Prior to your 1:1 session, a PDF will be sent to you with instructions and helpful hints on how to have the best Higher Self Hypnotherapy experience.

2.  At least 48 hours before your session, you will send a list of questions you would like to ask your wise Higher Self while you are in a relaxed trance state.  I suggest no more than 12 questions. This will allow the me to be fully prepared for a great healing session.

3.  You can let me know ahead of the session whether you prefer to dial into a phone number or connect using Skype. This will enable me to record your session, and know what links to send you.

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During the session:

4.  I will guide you through a pre-talk to help you get prepared. This includes guiding you to adjust your energy prior to putting you into trance and answering any questions your body may have at the time to help you feel safe and grounded.

5.  I will then guide you into a trance using creative visualization, allowing you to relax even deeper.

6.  While you are in your deep relaxed state I will invite your wise Higher Self to communicate and ask the list of questions you provided before the session. If any healing work needs to be done, I will invite your Higher Self to provide the energy healing.

7.  The session can take approximately 90 minutes, depending on how long it takes your Higher Self to answer questions and do the energy healing.

8.  The last 10 minutes of the session will be used to go over how the session went, answer any questions you may have, and share any recommendations.

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Overall, the process for a Higher Self Hypnotherapy session involves sending questions ahead of time, preparing for the session with a pre-talk, communicating with your wise Higher Self, and wrapping up the session with a debrief.

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YOU SAY THAT YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE ME COMMUNICATE TO MY WISE HIGHER SELF.  WHO IS THAT?

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Your "Higher Self" is your consciousness that is considered to be wiser and more loving than your everyday self.  Your wise Higher Self exists beyond your physical body and mind, and has access to your deepest thoughts, desires, and beliefs. It's like a wise and loving part of yourself that can guide you towards your highest good and help you fulfill your true potential.  It has also been called True Self, Divine Self, Inner Self, Authentic Self, Soul, Inner Being, Core Essence, Inner Wisdom, Essential Nature, Inner Light, Inner Voice, Inner Guru, Higher Consciousness, Spirit, and Higher Mind.  Please note that different belief systems and spiritual traditions may use distinct terminology to describe this concept.  For the sake of this session, know that I will address it as your Higher Self.

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OKAY, YOU SAY THAT I CAN GIVE YOU A LIST OF QUESTIONS TO ASK MY HIGHER SELF.  WHAT KIND OF QUESTIONS CAN I ASK?

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You can ask your wise Higher Self any question you would like more clarity and guidance on, especially detailed with your current transformation.  You can even ask your wise Higher Self for energy healing during the session on a specific issue.  Before your session, I will send you a PDF that will help you come up with your questions for the session.  There really are no limits on what kind of topics you can cover.  

 

OKAY I'M SUPER EXCITED FOR MY SESSION, BUT I DON'T KNOW IF I CAN BE HYPNOTIZED.

 

It's common to wonder if you can be hypnotized, but the truth is that everyone naturally experiences different stages of consciousness throughout the day. When you're fully awake and aware, your brain is operating with Beta waves. When you're in a light, relaxed state, you're in Alpha state. When you're daydreaming or in active dream mode, you're in Theta state. When you're in deep sleep, you're in Delta state.

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Hypnosis is a state of consciousness where your mind is more receptive to suggestion. Contrary to popular belief, hypnosis is not a mysterious or magical state of mind. In fact, it's a natural state that you go into several times a day without even realizing it. Your brain operates at different frequencies depending on your state of consciousness. When you are fully awake and aware, your brain is operating with Beta waves. When you are in a light relaxed state, you are in Alpha state. When you are daydreaming or in active dream mode, you are in Theta state. When you are deep asleep, you are in Delta state.

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For hypnosis to be successful, you simply need to be in a light relaxed state, which is known as the Alpha state. This Alpha state will feel very familiar to you, as you go into this state several times a day naturally. It's that state you experience right when you first wake up, or right before you go to bed. Other examples include when you are reading a good book, working on the computer for a longer period, playing video games, or even driving your car for a longer distance. It's a completely safe state in which if you wanted or needed to respond to something outside, you can. For example, if you are driving your car a long distance, and someone pulls out in front of you, you'll be able to adjust to the situation.

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It's also important to note that you can be fully aware of what is going on during your hypnosis session, and still be in hypnosis. Hypnosis is not about losing control or being put to sleep; it's about being in a relaxed state where your subconscious mind is more open to suggestion. So, if you can relax and daydream, you can be hypnotized!

 

I'M BOTH NERVOUS AND EXCITED TO DO A SESSION, BUT I'M WORRIED ABOUT GIVING OVER CONTROL OF MY MIND DURING A HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION.

 

Some people are nervous about being hypnotized and worry about losing control. This is a common concern, but it's important to understand that you are always in control during a hypnosis session. Hollywood movies have created a misconception that hypnosis involves being put into a trance-like state where the hypnotist can make you do things against your will. However, this is far from the truth.

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During hypnosis, you are actually in a heightened state of awareness, and your subconscious mind only allows you to make changes that you truly desire. You can't be forced to do anything that you wouldn't do in your normal, waking state. If at any point during the session you feel uncomfortable or want to stop, you can simply say "one-two-three" in your mind, and you will instantly exit the trance. You are completely safe and in control throughout the entire hypnosis session.

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I'VE HEARD ONLY WEAK-WILLED PEOPLE CAN BE HYPNOTIZED.  IS THIS TRUE?

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Hypnosis doesn’t deal with will.  Instead, it depends on imagination, which is much stronger than will.  Therefore, bright, intelligent, and imaginative individuals make for the best clients.

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WILL I BE AWARE OF WHAT IS GOING ON DURING THE HIGHER SELF HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION?

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It’s important to note that while you are under hypnosis you may experience varying levels of consciousness.  During this time you may or may not be fully aware of each word being said.  I've had some clients say they felt like an observer watching the words and images come forward as they spoke word by word, and other say that they caught bits and pieces. Personally, I’ve experienced both situations during a session.

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WILL THIS BE RECORDED SO I MAY LISTEN BACK?

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Yes, if you dial in to a teleconference number or use Skype, I will be able to hit record.  This will allow you to listen back to your session.  

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WHAT HAPPENS IF I BOOK A SESSION AND CAN'T MAKE THE SCHEDULED TIME?

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Communication is key.  If you contact me at least 24 hours in advance via email at shannon@thehigherselflife.com to let me know that you need to reschedule, we can look at another date at no additional fees.  However, if you fail to show up for your session without prior communication, you will count as a “no show” and will not be able to reschedule or receive your money back for that particular part of your personalized program.​

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I WOULD LIKE TO BOOK A SESSION WITH YOU, HOW DO I DO THIS?

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Please contact me via email at shannon@thehigherselflife.com to let me know you're interested in a Higher Self Hypnotherapy session.  I will then be able to answer any specific questions regarding fees, packages, and more.

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