AD / PR – please note – the sessions have been gifted in exchange for my honest thoughts about the process
At this point in my hypnotherapy course, I feel like I will always work on myself. The fact that our stress buckets constantly fill up with life’s challenges, means it’s ingrained in me that I have to empty it regularly. I simply cannot forget the techniques I am learning.
I will be honest and say that finding meditation time, as a busy mum, is difficult. It’s lovely to take part in the planned hypnotherapy sessions. This is time just for me. And I look forward to it.
So what’s changed since I last updated you?
The only way I can explain the confidence changes I am experiencing is by explaining the feeling that something is happening in the background. I know I’m different. A better version of me. I’ve progressed. But because I haven’t actively taken part in the change process, I sometimes wonder what is happening behind the scenes. This is the curious, controlling part of me. And I also need to work on that!
Processes working behind the scenes
Subconsciously certain things are happening. At work, we got the opportunity to apply for additional responsibilities for a role I would love to do. Without really thinking, I just sat and typed my application. I was present and open throughout the whole process and viewed it as a learning experience.
My previous reaction to stressful situations
I mean nobody likes job interviews, do they?
If you follow my blog, you will know that in the past I have completely crumbled in situations like this. Even having my interview for this current job, I took Kalms just beforehand and I was nervous. This time it’s different.
Broadening my horizons… finally
Because we are on a fixed-term contract at work, I am also taking the same attitude about other opportunities. And instead of not believing in myself, I am thinking about whether the company and the terms are right for me. I have literally never thought like that before in my life. All I can remember is suffering from low self-confidence. And believing I should attend all interviews, and take any opportunity offered because there wouldn’t be another one.
The work must continue
Because these recent changes are so positive, I know I must continue setting aside time for myself. And during these periods of time, I must look after myself. Whether that be something I love doing, or meditation to achieve these great results. I am happier for working on myself.
Final thoughts
I have another session coming up tomorrow and after a break of three weeks, I am so looking forward to it.
May the personal development continue, long after these wonderful sessions with Kevin have ended.
I do EMDR weekly and it’s very helpful for my cptsd but very tiring. I’d love to try hypnotherapy as well!
I’ve heard a lot of great things about this therapy. Glad it helps.
Im glad to hear the positive progress of your sessions! Keep it up. And hopefully you achieve your desired goals in this.
Glad to hear you experiencing positive changes, Sam. I think this is something I need to look into for my mental health too. Thanks for sharing. Jade MumLifeAndMe
Thank you. It is great for mental health and I am on my way to mastering self hypnosis.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us and for being so honest and open about it all. I bet it is strange to notices changes in your life and not quite knowing how they came about. But the results are there, as you can tell in your worklife. Great post, thank you.
It is a strange feeling, but also a great one. I have never felt this confident in my life!
Hi Sam,
Thanks for the update. I’m pleased that you are seeing the results that you deserve – keep at it!
And I’m glad to see that you are beginning to see job interviews in the same way that I do – it is a meeting of 2 parties each looking to satisfy their own requirements. If only 1 party is satisfied then the job, if offered, isn’t likely to last long, but if both parties are happy …. it could be a long, mutually beneficial relationship.
This is so true! It’s also a great way to look at it. Thanks for this – it will come in handy over the next few weeks.
Thanks for sharing this update with us! I enjoyed reading it! And there is always progress to be made for everyone, that’s for sure!
I am glad you enjoyed reading the update! And I totally agree. We are constantly changing and kind of updating ourselves.