(This blog was
originally posted on May 2, 2016)
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| Photo by Rick Hustead |
If a client has a limited subconscious
mental script, it is important to use hypnotic suggestions to help create a
new mental self-image. This individual would also benefit from learning about
the Mental
Bank Concept and using the Mental Bank ledger to reinforce those
suggestions, advised John Kappas, Ph.D.,
founder of the Hypnosis Motivation Institute.
To start this process, explain the Theory
of Mind and emphasize that any previous negative scripts or self-image
(behaviors) can be re-learned, Dr. Kappas suggested. Remind the client that
somewhere in the person’s background, the individual picked up or learned the
unwanted behavior. Since all behavior (except reaction to fear of falling and
reaction to fear of loud noises) is learned, the person can unlearn this unwanted behavior as well.
It is also important to reassure the individual that he or she will match the
potential positive changes or outcomes with the person’s capability to effect
the desired change. “From this day forward, you are more valuable. You are
successful, happy doing what you want to do,” the hypnotherapist said.
It is important for the client to be able to incorporate the self-image
of success, happiness and prosperity as the basic foundation for his or her
mental-bank goals. Therefore, while the individual is in hypnosis, the
hypnotherapist should emphasize that the person’s confidence, self-confidence
and self-esteem continue to steadily increase. “A new script will take you to
new places. You’ll feel better about yourself, and your confidence will begin
to grow,” Dr. Kappas said.
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Sara
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California. She graduated with honors from the Hypnosis Motivation
Institute in
2005. In July 2019 she was voted the Best Hypnotherapist in Santa Clarita,
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