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A Dream of Undying Fame: How Freud Betrayed His Mentor and Invented Psychoanalysis

November 24, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

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Dr. Breger’s fine new book ‘A Dream of Undying Fame: Freud’s Betrayal of his Mentor and Discovery of Psychoanalysis’ is a wonderful compliment to his earlier definitive biography on Freud, ‘Darkness in the Midst of Vision’. Within a brief 100 plus pages, amazingly, and with a deliciously engaging and suspenseful style, Dr. Breger provides us with a step-by-step prelude to some of the most important discoveries in the history of Psychoanalysis.

Breuer and Freud were onto something: “Hysterical patients suffer mainly from reminiscences,” they wrote. Theories of the time emphasized that you could release the tension or energy left over from past pain, or that you could even wipe away the pain by altering memories through hypnosis. Does something still trouble you? Under hypnosis, we can change your memories!

The book is a stunning accomplishment, particularly given its short format. If you have never read about Freud before, this is the perfect work of introduction to him. If you know Freud and his works well, you will come away from this book with new insights into the nature and scope of both his genius and his limitations.

Overcome Fear of Intimacy

November 23, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

Whenever a person gets into a relationship various fear starts surfacing. Fear of losing the partner and going away from him keep hovering us all the time. But fear of intimacy is something which not everyone faces but is something about which every partner thinks about. Intimacy is something when a person does not hide anything from his partner and there is no word in the relation like ‘privacy’. It is quite obvious that every person wants his or her space even if they are into a relation but there are many things which a person must never hide so that their relation grows stronger and stronger.

In cases of an arrange marriage fear of intimacy surfaces faster because there is a large gap of communication between the two partners. Both of hem don not know everything about each other and this develops in fear of intimacy. For overcoming this fear of intimacy the other person must understand when and where his partner feels uncomfortable. For strengthening the newly formed bond it is essential that for the initial phase a person understands the basis requirements and space the other person require. If you can understand at what places your partner needs you and at what places he must be left alone then this in a way develops intimacy and also allows the person to enjoy his personal space.

For trouncing the fear of intimacy it is necessary that you share your feelings, your thoughts, and beliefs with your partner. This makes your new bond much stronger and you both will also feel close to each other. Taking your partner along you and considering his opinion will make you feel a part of his world and vice versa. The sooner you defeat your fear of intimacy the faster you will find yourself involved with your partner.

The Brain Effect of Hypnosis

November 22, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

A recent study shows that specific zones of the brain react to hypnosis, showing decreased activity. The authors of this study point out that the observed changes are due to hypnosis and not simple relaxation. These results add to the increasing evidence that hypnosis is an objective tool we can use to improve health. Even with little understanding of how it works, hypnosis has been used in medicine since the 1950’s to treat pain and, more recently, as a treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, irritable bowel syndrome and eating disorders.

Hypnosis and Movies

November 17, 2009 by editor 1 Comment

Hypnotism has always managed to gain popularity. This art form is world famous and almost everyone on this planet is aware of its advantages and disadvantages. Giving due importance to its huge popularity a number of film directors has tried to use hypnotism as the niche of their movies. Most of the movies have showcased negative effects of hypnotism and this has led to the development of negative feelings in public’s mind. People only understand and believe in what has been presented in front of them. A movie showcases a particular story on a very large platform. It has mass visibility and this is why it affects people more.

Hypnotism no doubt is a very well liked and accepted niche which people watch with curiosity. People actually are aware of the fact that on one side hypnotism can discover hidden secrets deep inside their mind which are related to their past and on the other hand it can transform the future by molding the subconscious mind. Hypnotism is all mind game. It takes a person into the unconscious state and then start correcting various things in his subconscious mind. Movies which were based on hypnotism are not few. The list can go on and on. But here we are mentioning a few of them.

Join us (2007)

Jesus Camp

Telefon

A few good dykes

Monarch

A splatter of faith

Ticket to heaven

All these movies were made after the year 2004 and were very well accepted by the audience. All of these movies showcased how hypnotism can and does affect our lives. Hypnotism is not a negative therapy. But it is extremely powerful. Power if used in a negative way can destroy world and similar is the case with hypnotism. If the ones who are knowledgeable with this art use it for the benefit then it can never be missing used. Movies have always been a medium to promote hypnotism on a large scale. Movies which depict it as an useful art can surely bring the desired change that is required in the mindset of most of the people.

Ericksonian Hypnosis

November 17, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

Milton Hyland Erickson was a famous psychiatrist. His approach to this world of hypnotism and unconscious mind made him earn laurels. His approach towards hypnotism is named as Ericksonian hypnotism. Ericksonian Hypnosis techniques are more informal and indirect. This form of hypnotism allows the patient have access to unlimited amount of resources that will help them in becoming unconscious for molding their subconscious mind. Ericksonian hypnosis is a very famous form of hypnotism that has changed meanings of this art. More or less this hypnotism practice is more favorable for patients because it is allows the person to reach a state of trance according to their comfortable seat.

This form of hypnotism became famous when a successful and intelligent psychiatrist tried it on his patients after his successful attempts on his own body. For the initial experimentation Erickson tried to self hypnotize and reach the trance state. He developed a few tricks and methodologies which later proved very beneficial for his patients and for all hose who tried this form of hypnotism. There are in total 6 ericksonian patterns for hypnosis. Understanding these methods will surely help you in understanding the base and mechanism of this form of hypnotism. These 6 patterns are mentioned as followed:

Non Directive suggestion: This pattern allows a person to naturally go into the trance. The traditional methods of hypnotism makes a person analyze and observe what is going around him while he is being hypnotized.

Implanted commands: embedded or hidden commands are made use of in this form of hypnotism because our unconscious mind can easily respond to such commands.

Embedded Descriptions: through such descriptions a person can be told what he should and how he should feel about a particular thing. This pattern very easily allows a person to understand what he aims out of such hypnotism techniques.

Sets of affirmations: In these techniques the hypnotherapist uses sets of affirmations which instill in the person some positive feelings.

Telling the truth: Telling what is true is another pattern of this hypnotism. The hypnotherapist tells his patient only the truth and expects the same from the patient.

True utilization of time: using the time properly and telling the correct approximation of the time that will be consumed is another pattern of this form of hypnotism.

Awesome Hypnotism Techniques

November 17, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

Hypnotism is a state in which is person can not be defined as conscious as he is in a trace of sleep but is partially awake. Hypnotism has various benefits and advantages in our lives. It can actually change the course of our life and can also change the way we think. A person who wants to literally transform himself must try hypnotism.

Hypnotism can also be defined as the therapies through which you can overcome your fears, overcome your inhibitions. It is one sure shot solution to most of our life’s problem. All these reasons along with hypnotism’s power can actually bring the desired change in your life. Hypnotism is a key to your tribulations. It has the power to actually mold your subconscious mind and allow it to work and think the way you want it to be.

There are various techniques which a hypnotherapist uses to take his patient in the trance state. The following awesome hypnosis techniques will surely enlighten your mind and will also help you when you will try to self hypnotize yourself. The list of these hypnotism techniques starts below:

The first technique is to affirm yourself (while self hypnotizing) or your patient. Affirmation help support the person.

The second when is to understand, analyze and differentiate the ambiguousness around and try finding out the different meanings it holds.

Giving confirmations to your patient that the hypnotism techniques are working on him reassures that his problems will be solved.

Various trials for suggestibility can be the fourth hypnotism technique.

Relaxation of arms, shoulders is defined as Linking which is the fifth hypnotic technique.

Noticing, pausing and progressive relaxation are few other techniques which can be regarded as awesome hypnotism techniques.

Allowing a person to visualize and wonder are two core techniques for hypnotism.

It is very important that a person moves on from a calm and relaxed state into a trance state where he can allow his subconscious take over.

Achieving Dating Confidence-How to Build your Dating Self-Confidence

November 17, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

There are various ways to gain confidence for your dates and love life. Some people are born with confidence but most of the people have to develop confidence for achieving dating success. Going on dates and expressing your love to the person you feel strongly about are two things that no one can live without, these are among the few things that everybody does but only a few get successful. You might have seen your friends not able to express to the person they love or not gathering enough confidence to approach the love of their life. Confidence not only for personal life but is important for each and every aspect of life.

How to achieve dating confidence is the question for which you are looking for an answer. For gaining confidence in dating related aspects you need to feel strongly for it. Confidence is something that develops with doing things you fears the most. If you find it very hard to approach or ask out a girl for a date then for the initial time take help from friends but take the next step with your courage. Confidence shows how much you trust yourself. Question yourself why can’t you gain confidence for approaching your love. When you will get your answer try to eradicate it and solve your problem. Analyzing the fault yourself will give you the courage to solve that problem.

Dates are meant for understanding the person so that you can decide he or she is compatible with you. Dates can be regarded as the first step towards a long lasting love. If you really like a girl or a boy then be courageous enough to ask him or her out before anyone else does. No one can wait for you for entire life. If you want to spend your life with that person or normally want to chit chat with him or her than you have to gather confidence.

How Hypnosis Affects Your Subconscious Mind

November 16, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

Following the reasoning that the subconscious mind can be affected, you can see that a problem could present itself even though the subject consciously wishes to be hypnotized. Unconsciously, there may be a poor interrelationship with the hypnotist which can create an unfavorable climate for hypnosis. When this is the case, the subject doesn’t respond until such time that he relates well to the hypnotist. Even the most calculated procedures will fail until a positive transference relationship is established. I am sure that you sometimes have said, “For some reason I don’t like that person.” If pressed for an answer, you’ll usually reply, “I can’t explain it, but I just have a feeling about him.” Actually, your subconscious reactions are influencing your thinking and you “feel” a certain way. The same thing takes place in business transactions.

You either like or dislike the proposition presented to you. You may say, “I have a certain feeling about this deal.” You may not be conscious of the reasons, but your subconscious has reacted automatically because of previous experience along similar lines.

In giving you some insight into the hypnotic procedure, I am trying to point out certain problems in regard to achieving self-hypnosis. For the most part, it is not a simple procedure that is accomplished immediately. You can’t just will it. It requires working toward a specific goal and following definite procedures which eventually lead to success.

Underground Hypnosis: The Origins

November 15, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

A popular opinion about hypnosis is that the subject surrenders his will to the hypnotist in the process of being hypnotized. Furthermore, many believe that once the subject is hypnotized, the hypnotist has complete control of the subject and the subject is powerless to resist suggestion. Both beliefs are erroneous. I believe the first misconception comes from seeing techniques where the hypnotist requests the subject to look into his eyes. The hypnotist suggests to the subject that as he continues to look into his eyes he will fall into a deep hypnotic state. This, then, becomes a matter of who can outstare whom.

The subject usually begins to blink his eyes and the hypnotist follows this up with rapid suggestions that the subject’s eyes are becoming watery and heavy and that the subject will fall into a deep hypnotic sleep just as soon as he (the subject) closes his eyes. This procedure gives the impression to the observer that the subject is “willed” to go under hypnosis. It appears that once the hypnotist concentrates or wills sufficiently, the subject succumbs. Actually, the hypnotist in this technique is not looking into the eyes of the subject. He fixes his attention on the bridge of the nose of the subject.

The concept that the subject is a helpless automaton stems from the weird movies where the “mad scientist” has hypnotized subjects into behaving like zombies. Naturally, there is usually a beautiful girl in the movie and she, too, has been hypnotized. Even though the audience is sophisticated enough to realize that this science-fiction drama is purely entertainment, the theme is repeated sufficiently in novels, comics, and television to make an indelible impression on the subconscious mind. It’s the technique of telling the “big lie” so many times that it becomes believable. We are all influenced by this procedure. There is an excellent book explaining this concept. It is called Battle For The Mind, by William Sargent. It describes in detail the technique by which evangelists, psychiatrists, politicians and advertising men can change your beliefs and behavior. This concept is closely related with the so-called underground hypnosis techniques.

Sales Mastery With Self Hypnosis

November 14, 2009 by editor Leave a Comment

A person who is into sales needs consistent motivation and confidence for performing their job well. All those who lack confidence or motivation, always ends up in doing a disastrous sales job. A sales job involves constant communication with customers and a sales man has to face the harsh and the soft side of the customer. Sales job is therefore counted among the most brainstorming and mentally hard job to do. All those who are dictated as god sales man or the best sales man might agree that it is easy to achieve this position if they have some brain molding power which adjusts them with time.

Hypnotism is one such brain molding power which can help any sales man to achieve the name tag of “best sakes man” in a short span of time. You can actually master sales with self hypnosis. Everyone does not know what exactly self hypnotism is. The kind of mechanism and functions of hypnotism that are showcased in various movies gives a wrong or a negative picture to the customers. This is why not everyone knows about how self hypnotism can help you master sales. People who are partially aware of hypnotism may relate it with magic and fooling people by controlling them.

Self hypnotism on a real note is a technique which can actually change your life. This life changing techniques works by molding your subconscious mind and then giving it a shape which enhances the quality of your life. In self hypnotism you are asked to hypnotize yourself and then concentrate on a particular aspect of life that you want to improve. The more positive things you will put in your subconscious mind, your life will move towards a better stage. We all know that most of our actions are generated in our subconscious mind. This is why self hypnotism helps a person in mastering sales if a person concentrates on sales related aspects while hypnotizing.