Hypno- Holiday Party

We had a meeting on November 19. We discussed Automatic writing. Please forgive any mistakes in this entry, as I am writing automatically. Really! No, not really.

We had a surprise guest, who has just completed a book about creativity and we discussed how many authors and writers use automatic writing without really calling it such.

Thank you, Janet. It was fascinating!

The next meeting is scheduled for December 17 and will be about Reducing Stress during the holidays, with a guided meditation led by Gail Sabo. Please bring a dessert or snack to share. I thought dinner items would be too stressful, and there are just so many eating frenzies going on this time of year!

Get Rich

Wallace Wattles wrote a book called The Science of Getting Rich. He said that getting rich was mathematically certain if you have faith in his “Science of getting rich,” which is in fact primarily metaphysical, despite his assertions that it is pragmatic and not philosophical, highlighting the difference between science and faith. Is belief scientific? Can it be measured objectively? Is metaphysical science an oxymoron?

He supports his ideas with indisputable logic. I like the way he thinks, but is it truly logic? Rather that expressing his thoughts in overly emphatic language, a few more examples that do not involve farming might be helpful. He gives the instructions with which to proceed to accomplish and attain all that you desire. He argues that desire is normal, natural and correct. That all life seeks abundance.

The thing I liked most about Wattles is this, that he advocates using hypnosis! Not in so many words, but he says repeated suggestions can assist the subconscious to accept beliefs that success is possible and inevitable. He believes the subconscious mind is the most significant power behind motivation.

Recent Impact

Books that have made an impact on me recently:

Leverage the Universe, Engage the Magic by Mike Dooley
The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles
Love, Passion, and the Soul from PBS with several authors: Marianne Williamson, Barbara D'angelis, Erica Jong, Deepak Chopra, John Grey, and more (inc. Moore).

The above list includes audio books or audio programs, not just the written word.

Another famous author and I read and listen to is Kevin Hogan.

He quit

I just found out that someone who attended my How to Stop Smoking seminar at the library last week has quit smoking! He had only one cigarette after the presentation and then kept forgetting to buy cigarettes!

Darn, I'm good!

Empowering Words

--------** Relationship Tip of the Day by Dr. Annette Colby, RD **-------
---- Be acutely aware of the words you use when you are feeling insecure. Observe how you speak to yourself and the words you use when you are feeling overwhelmed or discouraged. Do they empower you or leave you feeling powerless? Do you walk to the nearest mirror and give yourself supportive words, or do you kick yourself when you are already feeling down? Do you offer messages of encouragement or words that hurt? Is your tone rooted in fear or filled with love of self? Positive, self-affirming, resourceful, and loving language -- spoken or thought -- is what allows you to successfully navigate through your journey. Read the rest of the article, "How to Love and Support Yourself While Trying to Reach Your Goal," at http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/How_to_Love_and_Support_Yourself_While_Trying_to_Reach_Your_Goal.html

I thought I would share this article with you as it is about the power of words, also about self-talk.

Quit Smoking Information

There is some excellent information available on the web about quitting smoking.



You can find out about all the different products available. I just read that if you really want to make sure you quit for good this time, use a nicotine replacement therapy or herbal formula combined with hypnosis or group therapy. Now that sounds like a good idea, and I have had several clients who did that. Some people have tried unsuccessfully before, so just to make sure, they combine a chemical aid which helps to ease the physical symptoms of nicotine withdrawal, with hypnosis sessions to modify the behavior, addressing both the physical habit as well as the behavioral habit.



Although hypnosis alone may work with 66% of former smokers, this is really good news for the other smokers who have really stubborn habits. The 66% is the median of the numerous statistics cited for successful smoking cessation with hypnosis. The highest was 79% and the lowest 22%. Keep in mind 2 things:

1. Though they give you the statistic, they may not explain whether the "hypnotism" was one session or multiple sessions, or whether it was an individual session or group session,

2. And that when dealing with addictions, 20% is considered a great success.



I found some interesting articles on Ezine about smoking cessation:

http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Does-Smoking-Cigarettes-Reduce-Stress?&id=687385, and
http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hardest-Habit-to-Break&id=220345.

And if you want to use affirmations to help achieve your goals, you can find great books at the library or favorite bookstore. I spoke at the Library, and I had some books on the table in front, but forgot to mention them during the lecture.

After the presentation

Wow! It's so great! 20 people showed up for How to Stop Smoking Using Affirmations. At least 18 or 90% were smokers. Also, 100% were intelligent, open minded individuals, a great audience.

I think the library will welcome me back as they haven't had such an exceptional audience in quite a while.

Thank you for attending!

Remember to affirm every day as often as possible, I am a healthy, active, fresh-air breather!
I quickly and easily reach my goals! Every day in every respect I get better and better!

How to Stop Smoking

Tomorrow night I will be presenting:

How to Stop Smoking Using Affirmations

at the Tarpon Springs Library
(on E. Lemon St.)
at 7 pm.

I'm going to discuss different ways to quit smoking, and how to create affirmations to assist you to achieve your goals (not just smoking cessation, any goal you desire)!

Words

Words are like weapons, they hurt you somethimes. That's from a song by Cher.

But I assert,
Words are like diamonds,
sometimes they sparkle, sometimes they cut.
You may quote me.