Today, we are advised by doctors, medical practitioners and governments to eat healthily in order to combat flu, colds, and other infections. The rationale behind this is that the body can only use what it receives to enable it to do its job well. Quality “in” equals quality “out”. However if you ingest what is considered unhealthy fuel (foods and liquids) such as sweets, sugars and fats than the body can’t do such a great job. It’s a bit like putting two star petrol in an engine that needs four star. It might still move but it wont be as powerful as it could be.

Another area we are encouraged to participate in is some form of exercise. Whilst we are not expected to be able to run marathons, it is advised that we should all undertake some form of exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. That exercise might be long walks, jogging, a regular session at the local gym, dancing or a game of sport. The idea here is that the muscles need to be exercised to keep them in good shape. Getting the heart-beat above a normal standing pace is occasionally through exercise is also considered healthy. The endorphins, referred to as the feel-good hormones, are released into the bloodstream and helps lift our mood.

So in describing firstly the fuel we put into our bodies, and secondly the importance of some form of exercise, many people believe they are doing all that they need to do to remain fit and healthy. There is however an often forgotten and yet crucial part of our well-being that we do not always do enough for and really should do more for, and that is the mind. The mind plays such an important role in our lives and it is amazing that it almost becomes an afterthought in the role-call of what is required to live healthily and successfully.

If you accept that our mind can get in the way of what we know we can, or should do in life, it is certainly an area that we should all be aware of and most importantly what we can do to maintain its health and our overall harmony and balance.

Numerous wise people throughout history have utilised many mental disciplines to encourage and maintain mental harmony and fitness. Practices such as meditation and yoga are just two of the ways that can bring a real sense of relaxation and mental calmness. The mind works better when you are relaxed and focussed.

Self hypnosis is another powerful tool or process that is available to anyone who wants to enjoy a sense of tranquility and balance more of the time. In fact in this ever accelerating world in which we are expected to do tasks more quickly and always be efficient in what we do, a practice such as self hypnosis can bring a wonderful sense of taking things in your stride and a real sense of control.

The wonderful aspect about self hypnosis is that once learnt it can become a tool for life. Part of your armoury for learning how to cope with life’s ups and downs. In fact it can seem to make life a lot easier as often when you are in a state of peace and tranquility new ideas and different solutions can arrive as mental insights to knotty problems.

The great news is that self hypnosis is simple to learn and to incorporate into any busy schedule. Self hypnosis can be practised for 5 minutes or longer a day and just gets better and better. You can take advantage of online self hypnosis courses, use a cd or mp3, attend self hypnosis workshops or visit a hypnotherapist.

If you feel unable to cope with life as it is right now, it really is worth doing something about it now. Why waste any time in feeling better about yourself. Self hypnosis could just be the solution you seek.

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Author’s Details

Steven Harold BA(Hons) DCH DHP
Clinical Hypnotherapist – London and Essex

Website: www.hypno-therapist.com Email: mindfully@hypno-therapist.com
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