May is such a beautiful time of year...the weather is not too hot, not too cold...the trees are back in full bloom and everything just feels...lighter. So, in honour of celebrating this beautiful time of year, we'll be sharing a few top tips that should help you lead a more enriched life. Tip #1: Change somebody else's life This looks different for different people, but here's some ideas to get you started. Carry out a random act of kindness (R.A.O.K) such as: Pay for somebody else's shopping in the queue in front of you. Pay for the coffee order of the person in front of you. Give a care package to a homeless person. Donate time, money and/or goods to a charity that means a lot to you. Such as: Dementia UK Age UK MacMillan Dogs Trust Huddersfield … [Read more...] about Make May all about change
Being authentic when running a hypnotherapy practice
When you're looking at growing your practice, there's a temptation towards having an in-depth look at other hypnotherapists and how they market themselves. But we're here today to explain that it's more important to be authentic, rather than emulating others. Here's the #1 reason why I say this, you never know how successful somebody else is, really. Over the years, I've heard other hypnotherapists claim everything from being multi-millionaires and working 70 hour weeks, to making £100K a month and working regularly with movie stars. There may be some truth to these claims (and call me cynical if you like), but I'm willing to bet that there's a good bit of embellishment going on in these statements too. The other problem with comparing yourself is that it can really knock your … [Read more...] about Being authentic when running a hypnotherapy practice
11 signs that your mental health needs attention
Here are 11 signs that your mental health needs addressing: 1. Reduced energy. 2. Appetite changes - eating too much or too little. 3. No longer finding pleasure in things that you once enjoyed. 4. Small tasks which you used to find easy, start to feel overwhelming. 5. Your to-do list is expanding as you start to avoid things that need doing. 6. Experiencing higher levels of stress or snaxiety, which makes it significantly more difficult to function. 7. You have become withdrawn from family and friends because sociliasing seems to difficult or overwhelming. 8. You are having trouble getting off to sleep and/or staying asleep and wake on multiple occasions for no apparent reason. 9. You're arguing with those around you more than usual. 10. You're having … [Read more...] about 11 signs that your mental health needs attention
Stuck in a “tug of war”, anyone?
If you're struggling with an unwanted emotion, it's like being in a permanent tug of war, where there's a monster on the other end of the rope and a massive hole in the middle. That monster represents all of the thoughts and emptions that you don't want to have. You expect that, if you just keep fighting harder, the monester won't win and you want fall into the pit. And the more you fight, the harder it gets, because you start to get exhausted...yet the monster stands there a strongly as he did at the beginning. It feels like you just can't win! So, you edge closer and closer to the pit in the middle and the more you try to control the monster, the more the monster pulls back. But what if there was another way? What if you just let go of the rope and just allow the monster to … [Read more...] about Stuck in a “tug of war”, anyone?
Would you be happy to answer a question for me please?
If you have 30 seconds to spare, I'd really appreciate it if you could answer the following question for me. It'll help me make some changes to Hypnotic Universe. Feel free to leave a comment, or message us. Thanks! Question: what would it take for you to have hypnotherapy? Next steps We offer hypnotherapy both online and face to face, as well as in your own home, if you're a blue badge holder living within approx' 10 miles of WF14 9ED. To book, just send us your availability over the next 10 to 14 days and we'll set up an initial consultation, to see how we can help you move on with your life: Use our online contact form. Via text/SMS to 07808 931714 if you're inside the UK, or +44 7808 931714 if you're outside the UK. Email us at hello@hypnoticuniverse.org. Message … [Read more...] about Would you be happy to answer a question for me please?
Is habitual comparison affecting my mental health
With filters getting easier to use and more numerous by the day, it seems easier than ever to filter images which you post online. A blemish here...deleted..."I need a different eye colour"...changed...a curve there...reduced or enhanced...and "I want whiter teeth, but without the cost"...your wish is my command. You get the picture. It's time-consuming, but is it dangerous? Well...yes, yet it is. Because when you look in the mirror and see the real you staring back at you, you can be filled with disappointment that you don't look like the filtered you. The same goes for your significant other; comparing them to unrealistic beauty and personality standards, can cause much disatisfaction in your relationship, despite you previously being happy with them. When you compare your home … [Read more...] about Is habitual comparison affecting my mental health
Blossom: a social media branding pack
We are pleased to announce that we've added a new marketing and branding product to our store. Our 'Blossom' Instagram background pack was built specifically for Instagram, but can be used on Facebook and on your websites too, thus creating a cohesive look across all of your social media pages and website. To view and/or purchase the backgrounds, see below. View the item in store here. https://hypnoticuniverse.org/shop/blossom-instagram-canva-backgrounds/ Next steps We offer hypnotherapy both online and face to face, as well as in your own home, if you're a blue badge holder living within approx' 10 miles of WF14 9ED. To book, just send us your availability over the next 10 to 14 days and we'll set up an initial consultation, to see how we can help you move on with your … [Read more...] about Blossom: a social media branding pack
Make your business more resilient to Covid
It's been quite the slog hasn't it, this Covid thing? Quite. The. Slog. Thankfully we, at Hypnotic Universe, are in a much better position now- because we discovered something important, early on in the pandemic. This post asks some questions which you must consider, to make your business more resilient. So, this is what Covid taught us about running a business. 1. If I was suddenly unable to see clients in person, for an extended length of time, how could I adapt, to make an income? This situation arose early in the Covid-19 pandemic, so was a realistic issue for hypnotherapists all over the world. It is important to also ask yourself in what ways are you willing to adapt? This distinction is important because, it's likely that some of the changes you could make will not suit your … [Read more...] about Make your business more resilient to Covid
Where’s your special place?
We have just released a new piece of artwork into our store. This is a poster featuring some possible special places, to promote visualisation of a relaxing, therapeutic place. It prompts a person to have a think about where their most relaxing place may be. If you'd like to purchase this artwork, featuring a beach, forest, garden and mountain scenes, you can access it by clicking the link below. https://hypnoticuniverse.org/shop/where-is-your-special-place-poster-digital-file-for-self-printing/ Next steps We offer hypnotherapy both online and face to face, as well as in your own home, if you're a blue badge holder living within approx' 10 miles of WF14 9ED. To book, just send us your availability over the next 10 to 14 days and we'll set up an initial consultation, to … [Read more...] about Where’s your special place?
Weekly ‘drop in’ Q&A, anyone?
Because we know that people often have a lot of questions around hypnosis, hypnotherapy practitioner training and related areas, we're pleased to announce that we'll be starting some regular Q&A's! You can ask questions at any time, but we thought this would be a nice way of answering your questions a bit more in-depth, whilst also getting to know you better. The day and time will vary each week, so that those of you with regular commitments can find a time slot that suits you, at some point. The suggested audience for each session will also vary, with some aimed at members of the public and some at professional hypnotherapists and those thinking about undertaking a practitioner level hypnotherapy course. Our first Q&A is aimed at members of the public and will be on Tuesday … [Read more...] about Weekly ‘drop in’ Q&A, anyone?
