Has anyone ever tried self hypnosis for stress?

Many of you know that I've been using relaxation techniques for quite awhile now. Deep breathing, meditation and using mental imagery have helped me relax. Less stress = less pain. Lately, my limbs feel like blocks of cement and I have more fatigue...looking to step up my relaxation techniques.

Hypnosis is a form of deep relaxation where you go into a trance and the mind is receptive to positive thoughts and suggestions. Being in a hypnotic state for 15 minutes is supposed to provide as much relaxation as 8 hours of sleep. I don't know how this works for fibromites, but I'm going on youtube to research self- hypnosis and watch some tapes.

My fatigue level has been peaking lately and it would be great to feel as though I had recieved some extra sleep. I'm still keeping up with my supplements and exercise...just think some stress has caught up with me and has me in it's grips.

Has anyone tried self hypnosis ?

I just finished listening to a self hypnosis, deep relaxation video on youtube...Dghypno Daniel George. His voice was soothing and hypnotic and I was able to get into a deep relaxed state. As I listened with my eyes closed, tears began streaming down my face...it was an incredible release of tension for me. The video was 10 minutes and ends ubruptley, but I thought it was worth listening to again...it felt good :)

hugs, Robin

I'm one who is leery of hypnosis of any type. It's not anywhere on my agenda.

This is interesting:

http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Dangers-of-Self-Hypnosis-and-Why-You-Should-Avoid-It&id=1748257

 

I tried hypnosis twice...once to lose weight and once to quit smoking....and I couldn't be hypnotized! They said I had a very strong mind. I don't know how true that is but in a way I'm glad I couldn't be hypnotized. I have seen people hypnotized and do some really crazy things. I never thought about the fact that what if they weren't totally taken out of it at the end of the show. That's frightening to me.

How about thinking of the wonderful things in your life that were in the past, when you were raising your children and you were far healthier and "freer". (Don't know if that a word!). Do some pleasant reminiscing. That might be quite relaxing and bring smiles to your face. Just thinking of some of the things my son did as a little boy, like hosing out the INSIDE of my car, makes me laugh and that's a stress-buster. A walk down Memory Lane is relaxing, fun, and safe.

Sherrine

I've been researching it. I'd REALLY like try it. I have an music file on my kindle that's supposed to relax for sleep. It works but it has to work REALLY hard for me. I haven't been able to get out from under the ambien which is what I was/am trying to do. NEVER thought to look on youtube ! Thanks for the idea!!

I sometimes do an online search on 'relaxing music youtube' and get some great music.

Robin,

I'm glad you found a tape that helps you, but I am sorry that you're having bigger challenges. How are you feeling tonight?

I'm going to check that video out myself. It's the kind of thing I always think would really help me, but somehow, I don't get around to it. I wrote it down on a pink index card, so hopefully it won't get pushed back to the back burner of my mind!

My son says he'd like to try hypnotizing me (ideally, he'd like to do it for a living) but I'm not comfortable with that....he has no training! That doesn't stop him from thinking he knows how, though - which is typical. He means well, but his greatest liability is that he always thinks he knows more than he does.

Sorry for going off on a tangent.

Luvzminis, I noticed the guy in the link you posted, at the end of the article, is actually selling his own version of self-hypnosis...something to do with controlling your brain waves for success...so I'm not sure how much I'd credit his warning.

I don't think this kind of thing could be dangerous. After all, you're doing it yourself, concentrating on the positive.

Debbie

Good catch Debbie, on the link...

Hugs, Karen...

This weekend I found another relaxation video on youtube...
Self Relaxation Method by David Fairweather. It was 24 minutes of very deep relaxation. I plan on using this as part of my everyday relaxation therapy...it's great for my blood preasure, my muscles and joints.

Hugs, Robin

I tried hynosis for childbirth - hypnobirthing.  While I didn't acutally get to use it for the labor (of course the labor progressed too quickly and I couldn't tolerate the sound of the voice to even get a little relaxed) I was able to reach a very deep level of hypnosis in the class and practice leading up to labor.  However, I got to a point of too deep a hypnosis and became so relaxed that my breathing slowed too much and I experienced dizziness and spinning while practicing the exercises.  The teacher said it CAN happen and that I would have to consciously pull myself out of it.  I wasn't such a fan of that experience.  I prefer regular relaxation to hypnosis.

I am glad what you have found works for you though!

Self-hypnosis and certain types of meditation are very much the same. VERY powerful way for healing, but it takes a great deal of self-discipline to accomplish. It's not like a magic bullet that solves everything overnight, but it can be really effective over time, if you commit to it. I urge you to read Mystery Diseases and Me to learn more because it saved my life. I want to shout it from the mountaintops! blessings and peace to you on your journey.