I tested: self-hypnosis to boost self-esteem!

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Close your eyes and relax… self-hypnosis is a fascinating practice that allows you to boost self-esteem by reconnecting with your unconscious.

Self-esteem is how we perceive our own value. If it wavers, it can affect our self-image, as well as friendships and romantic relationships.

Passionate about well-being and mental health, I decided to regularly test self-hypnosis, and the results are impressive.

For several consecutive days, I listened to an audio session on an app before going to sleep. I’m sharing my experience with you.

Ready to journey into the whirlpool of the mind to boost your self-esteem?

What is self-hypnosis?

No more clichés! We’re going to break a myth right away… you do not lose control of your mind when you are hypnotized.

Self-hypnosis is a very relaxing technique that allows you to change certain behaviors, regain a better rhythm of life by entering a modified state of consciousness.

The goal of self-hypnosis is therapeutic. Its practice helps to better understand our behaviors, manage our emotions, and improve self-esteem.

Self-hypnosis facilitates change and the establishment of new habits.

You are safe when practicing self-hypnosis, and you can exit the “trance” state whenever you wish; you hear and understand everything that is happening around you.

Why use self-hypnosis to improve self-esteem?

Self-esteem reflects how we view ourselves. It is built in childhood and can be shaken by experiences.

We are all born with incredible self-confidence. Unfortunately, life experiences often lead to our self-esteem being well shaken. Look at children. They are ashamed of nothing, live in the moment, and fully experience their emotions!

Why is self-hypnosis a valuable tool for boosting self-esteem? Because it directly touches our unconscious and changes beliefs directly from our unconscious.

It is one of the fastest solutions to overcome your blockages and take back control of your life.

How to practice self-hypnosis?

For a successful self-hypnosis session, find a calm place and wear comfortable clothing.

Personally, I like to lie down in bed with a blanket to feel warm. I use a (paid) app, but there are free audios on YouTube.

Use headphones to be in your bubble and avoid being disturbed by small noises.

Count on spending between half an hour to an hour for your session.

The beginning of the session will serve to relax you and prepare your mind to positively receive suggestions. You will then breathe from your belly until you are completely relaxed. In a second phase, you will enter a state of introspection of your body, and finally, you will be ready to follow the instructions and suggestions.

What self-hypnosis does to your unconscious

A fundamental concept of Freudian psychology, the unconscious acts “on our behalf” on our behaviors, and let’s be clear, it is not always our friend! It is indeed our unconscious that creates these limiting beliefs and certain repetitive patterns.

Hypnosis acts on our unconscious in a state of absolute relaxation by replacing negative beliefs with positive ones.

With this practice, it is possible to return to the heart of a memory and change the emotions attached to a certain event. This way, it is possible to change a behavior that has been built on fear and create a healthier and more positive thought system.

What I took away from this experience

I loved this practice partly because it allows for deep relaxation, and on the other hand, I find that the results are immediately visible.

Without having major confidence issues, I, like everyone else, had moments of doubt and a fear of judgment from others.

I feel like I was able to free myself from this anxiety thanks to hypnosis and to be much, much calmer.

Physically, I feel more at ease and have gained confidence.

Will I do self-hypnosis again?

Definitely yes!

Self-hypnosis has many advantages. First: you can practice alone and at your own pace. Then, it is a quick therapy that addresses a specific issue.

Working on self-esteem is so important that I think I will repeat this practice from time to time.

Taking care of your mental health is essential. We will soon share more practices to live better and boost your confidence.

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