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Barrie St John's Articles in Hypnosis

  • The Hypnotic Voice – The Vocals Of Hypnosis
    It’s impossible to state with certainty whether a particular vocal level or tone has more success in hypnosis. There have been no scientific studies as far as I am aware. However, I think that naturally, people are more receptive to suggestions delivered in a neutral tone, and they’re less receptive to any information delivered as a command or in an authoritarian tone. It’s human nature. We don’t typically like to be told what to do. But this is not to say that either method ...
  • Get The Most Out Of Self Hypnosis
    There are many benefits to using self hypnosis. It can be used to overcome fears, fight addictions such as smoking, improve confidence and self esteem, and improve sports performance, to name just a few. In fact self hypnosis can be used to improve just about anything you want to in your life.

    For some people self hypnosis is extremely easy and requires very little effort. Some take to it like a duck to water, while other people may need to experiment a bit more to reap t...
  • Hypnosis Recordings Vs. The Real Thing
    I’m often asked the question “Are self hypnosis recordings really as effective as hypnotherapy with a real live person?” My answer is yes, absolutely.

    Certainly, there are significant differences to be found when comparing self hypnosis CDs or downloads to one on one therapy, but they are just that, differences. What one individual considers a benefit may be seen as a drawback to the next person. It really comes down to each person’s natural makeup, which determines what...