Book Description
Renowned hypnosis and health experts Steven and Joy Gurgevichreveal the most powerful tool available for sustainable weight loss--oursubconscious minds. With The Self-Hypnosis Diet, readers can reach theirperfect weight with proven, successful techniques designed to utilize andunderstand the subconscious mind-body connection. In this instructive bookand companion CD of guided self-hypnosis trancework sessions, readers willdiscover:* How to determine, reach, and maintain your ideal weight based on your ownneeds * How to increase willpower, change unhealthy eating patterns, and createnew and lasting behaviors * How to still have an enjoyable, fulfilling love affair with food

As members of Dr. Andrew Weil's Integrative Medicine program, Steven andJoy Gurgevich have taught thousands how to use hypnosis to overcome theinnate challenges of dieting. With The Self-Hypnosis Diet, they providereaders with the "missing ingredient" to any plan for achieving a healthydiet and lifestyle--and change that lasts for a lifetime. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

It Simply Makes Dieting Easier
Before I was hypothyroid never had to worry about my weight, so becoming hypothyroid was a major rude awakening. Where before I could lose weight by cutting out a few sodas and chips each week, after my thyroid problem started, I not only couldn't lose weight, I actually gained weight following stringent diets. It was awful. I was so relieved when I finally was able to start losing weight again, by optimizing my thyroid function, changing what I ate, and adding in supplements and appropriate exercise (an approach I've outlined in detail in my book, The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss). But that doesn't mean that I don't work at this every single day. I always have more to lose it seems, because it's easy to gain, holidays and wintertime can be setback periods, and I'm by nature not an athletic or active person. So weight loss and management is a lifestyle for me, not just something I can do once and forget about!

So, with all this in mind, I have to say that s Steven and Joy Gurgevich's book/CD, The Self-Hypnosis Diet, is a resource that I consider pretty much indispensable, no matter what type of diet you are following -- helping make any diet successful -- whether you're following my Thyroid Diet, or you're doing Weight Watchers, or Ediets, or low-carbing it, South Beach, or making up your own diet as you go.

I've been using this book and companion CD for more than a year, and I consider it absolutely essential to my ongoing diet and weight loss efforts. Dr. Gurgevich is a member of the faculty at the University of Arizona's College of Medicine, where he is the Director of the Mind-Body Clinic and teaches mind/body medicine to physicians.Dr. Gurgevich is very much the real deal, and he has created an incredible, effective approach.

When it comes to diet and weight loss, I only recommend books or products
that I have personally tried and found helpful. I'm a diet product guinea pig for thyroid patients, and believe me, I've tried some pretty wacky things along the way. Most of the things I try I never even bother to write about. Why? Because they don't work, and they're just trying to rip us off!

But this is different. Quite simply, the Self-Hypnosis Diet does work. It helps make the connection between what you WANT to do, and what you DO! You know that feeling -- you're shoveling a cookie in your mouth and thinking, "Why am I eating this when I want to lose weight?" Your goals and desires are not translating into action. Somehow, after you read the Self-Hypnosis Diet, and listen to the accompanying CD, if you're like me, you'll find yourself acting the way you WANT to when it comes to diet and
exercise. Instead of sabotaging yourself, you end up supporting yourself, and making decisions that are good for you.It makes it easier to be on a diet.

I know something like self-hypnosis doesn't sound like it's for everyone. It sounds woo-woo or "holistic-ballistic!" But it's actually very straightforward...by learning to relax and make a true mind-body connection, you get your weight loss goals synched up with your behavior.

An interesting aside: When I first started with the Self-Hypnosis Diet, my best friend kept asking me what I was doing, as she thought I was looking great. I gave her a copy -- she didn't need to lose weight (she doesn't have a thyroid problem, lucky her!), but she wanted to try to stop eating chocolate and eat more veggies. After a few weeks, she had gotten rid of her raging chocolate cravings, and was craving salads. And she told me she had the weirdest side effect. She stopped smoking of all things, something she'd wanted to do for years and had given up hope on!

Mary Shomon, Thyroid Patient Advocate and Author

Mastering Body Weight through the Mind-Body Connection
One of the biggest secrets THE SELF-HYPNOSIS DIET book contains is that it's not really a diet book at all, even though it will likely be one of the best sources of information you will ever find to help you consistently maintain your ideal weight. While diet books help people maintain good body weights by paying close attention to what and how much they eat, the magic of this book is that no regimented self-control regarding food is required at all. Rather than measuring small portions and obsessing about food and weight, the authors present self-hypnosis techniques that provide the reader with a whole new way to address long-standing emotional issues. THE SELF-HYPNOSIS DIET demystifies hypnosis, with help from a companion hypnosis CD that comes with the book and makes it easy to use the powers of the mind-body connection to get amazing results.

What I love most about THE SELF-HYPNOSIS DIET is the way this book says, "If a person really believes that they can have their perfect weight, they will," and then includes real-life case studies about how various clients found unique ways to address their specific, individual issues. I loved reading the success stories about the woman who imagined she could eat whatever she wanted and really lose weight... and she did... and the story about the man who learned to eat imaginary, very filling mushrooms before each and every meal, therefore feeling full at the proper time. I also love how this book is packed with dozens of useful tips and helpful research which can help readers uncover and heal their own inner beliefs and issues pertaining to their weight.... and how easy it can be to use this self-hypnosis method to achieve all kinds of goals in life, in addition to reaching and maintaining optimal weight and health.

The companion hypnosis CD is easy to listen to and especially helpful for those who have never before experienced hypnosis, as Steven and Joy guide us through a process of allowing ourselves to become absorbed in our own thoughts and ideas... discovering how a hypnotic trance and a daydream are very similar. As mind and body share information more effectively through this focused state of immersion where we are immersed in our own ideas, we gain the advantage of becoming more comfortable and relaxed and positive... making the changes we desire happen by letting them happen. And it just doesn't get better than that!

Where your mind goes, your body follows!
Steven and Joy Gurgevich do a wonderful job of explaining the power of the mind and how hypnosis can be used to create lasting changes in behavior. I Recommend combining it with the approach in Body Esteem: Weight Loss Through Self-Discovery(includes 2 Audio CDs), the two books wonderfully compliment one another. Body Esteem gets deeper into the emotional reasons behind eating and is more of a workbook approach.

By accessing the subconscious, my weight loss struggle finally went beyond dieting, which was the key for me. Just consider what drives your eating habits, that's the place to start. Most people are so focused on working from the outside in, rather than the inside out, they are never able to build a real foundation for permanent lifestyle change. I'm over the "lose weight fast" diets and bogus pills, I'm getting thinner and healthier by changing the way I think about myself and food.

My Cravings Stopped!
The book is clear and easy to read with interesting information. I would listen to the CD at night and kept falling asleep so I didn't remember what he said. It didn't matter because my unconscious mind heard it. I noticed immediately that many cravings have stopped. At night I remembered that I had a fruit popsicle in the freezer and was going to get it when my mind said "but you are not hungry". I took a moment and noticed that I was full and satisfied and did not get the popsicle and more important did not feel deprived. It was there and I chose not to eat it. I also came home from work and instead of snacking, I excercised to a a Taebo video. During excercising I noticed that I actually enjoyed it. I felt energized and felt good about how well I had followed the exercising routine. It has been only 4 days and I have lost 2 pounds already. I am confident that I am on on the right path.

Buy this for the CD
I've bought hypnosis self-improvement tapes before and soon abandoned them. I was too impatient! This time I've discovered that persistence and repetion is the key.You really can change your subsconscious "tapes" but it is not a quick process.Just hang in there, and repeat, repeat..As to this book and CD set, I did not find the book very enlightening.If you are completely new to the subject, perhaps you will.However, the CD is GREAT!Mr. G. has one of the most soothing voices I have ever heard from a hypnotist.He does not do very lengthly inductions, which I like.He also has another set of three CDs on Self-Hypnosis for Weight Loss that doesn't come with a book.Those CDs are different from the one that comes with this book and are just as good. If you are really serious, I recommend buying them as well.Good Luck! ... Read more

Book Description
Hypnosis is a proven technique that allows people to reprogram their subconscious to change unwanted behaviors. Most books on self-hypnosis require the reader to memorize or record scripts, then put the book aside while they do their hypnosis work. But Instant Self-Hypnosis is the only self-hypnosis book that allows you to hypnotize yourself as you read, with your eyes wide open, without putting down the book.

The authors fail-proof method allows you to put yourself into a hypnotic state and then use that state to improve your life in myriad ways. And because the hypnotic state is induced while you read, you remain aware of your surroundings and can bring yourself back to normal consciousness slowly and gently, using the instructions provided.
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Customer Reviews (50)

AMAZING:D
My New Year's resoltion was to get FIT!So I went to a hynotist to get
reprogrammed to eat right.I paid $150 for the first session, and every two days, $100 for subsequent sessions.After a total of $350 in less than a week, I felt reprogrammed enough.Needless to say, in the meantime I went online to see if I could learn to help friends with a hypnosis book.

Saw this one, the excellent reviews, and took a chance.So when I felt I was 'slipping' and snacking, I opened the book and dived in!INSTANTLY, I was recharged and on my way to healthy eating again!(If only I had known about it $350 earlier:D)

I highly recommend Instant Self Hypnosis, and will probably order another one to keep in pristine condition on a shelf, should this copy get too beaten up:D

It Really Works
I have been a life long (I'm almost 57) chronic nail biter. My wife always complained about my nails catching her clothes and suggested many things to try, including hypnosis. I looked up hypnosis on the Web and was intrigued by "Instant Self Hypnosis", so I bought a copy. After reading the introductory pages, I went onto the induction followed by the "End Nail Biting" segment. Over the first three days I put my hands to my mouth a total of five times but NEVER bit. I think it was just habit that brought my hands to my mouth. I never had an urge, though, to bite them and then after that, it is now day 24 and I am actually growing nails back. They feel weird and I will occassionaly put them to my mouth to feel them but there is absolutely NO URGE to bite them. I'm going to continue til I reach one month to fully ingrain the new program in my subconcious before I move on to a different topic.
I don't feel as though I'm a big visual person and I don't feel like I'm in a trance. All I can go on is results. And I'm getting them. You can, too.

Great Hypnosis scripts
If you have ever tried hypnosis, then you know that the process makes one so relaxed that it is almost addictive.While one on one sessions with professional hypnotherapist are great, it is wonderful to learn that one can self-hypnotize by either reading scripts, or even writing scripts.Book is easy to read, with wonderful set of professional written scripts for various goals.There are even templetes provided for writing one's own script.Definitely a book a person should have in a library for using it as a quick refernece for relaxtion technique, de-stresser and re-inforcing one's desired goals.

The only self-help book that works
As a psychologist I have been through any number of self-help books."Instant Self- Hypnosis" is the only one which produces real, noticeable results, quickly and painlessly.I use it myself frequently , give it to all my friends, and recommend it to clients.It is truly a wonderful book.

Un-substantiated Claims
The book makes a claim on the cover that it provides a break through method for self-hypnosis. As I read multiple books on the subject, I really found nothing new just like all the other books on the topic. A chapter about history and the mind, then trying to explain why it happens then a compilation of the scripts that he uses at his office.

If you read other books about the subject in the past, you will gain nothing new. If this is your first book on the topic then buy it ... Read more

Book Description
Transform Any Diet from Impossible to Achievable with the Power of Your Mind-Body Connection

What's missing from the hundreds of diets on the market to help us achieve healthier bodies? "The most important element," teaches Dr. Steven Gurgevich, "is not in the body—but in your mind." As a key member of Dr. Andrew Weil's physician's training program, Dr. Gurgevich has brought hypnosis to the forefront of modern medicine. With The Self-Hypnosis Diet, he shows that anyone can use medical hypnosis to achieve long-term success in shifting our appetites to healthier foods and reaching our desired weight. With 3 CDs of instruction for using hypnosis to reduce your appetite, increase your metabolism, remove emotional barriers, and more—plus an "emergency" session to instantly deal with cravings. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (20)

Gurgevich
Gurvevich has a smooth, assuring voice; and he teaches you how you can control your own mind. No one but you can hypnotize you. He doesn't control your mind; but, he teaches you how to be in better control of your 'self.'

Change comes from within... Self-awareness awaits!
Dr. Gurgevich knows what he is doing when it comes to hypnosis for weight loss. While I didn't have the problem that a lot of the reviewers had with his voice, I agree that the CD quality and production values could have been improved. I prefer his other book The Self-Hypnosis Diet: Use The Power Of Your Mind to Reach Your Perfect Weight.

If you're a woman looking to lose weight, I'd also recommend looking into Body Esteem: Weight Loss Through Self-Discovery(includes 2 Audio CDs). For the same price you get two CD's and a workbook. Sherri Dawson's audio programs are wonderful, accompanied by sounds of nature and relaxing music.

It's all about what works for you. The bottom line is I needed to look inside of me for the answer to my weight struggle rather than quick fix diets and pills. Find a book/audio program that is relaxing to listen to and helps you develop the inner path to self-awareness and happiness.

Great Weight Lose Tool
This CD is a useful tool in anyone's diet.So easy to do.Just listen.

I am enjoying my Self-Hypnosis Diet CD!
I am so glad that I ordered my Self-Hypnosis Diet CD. It is helping me stick to my eating plan, and reminds me daily of what I need to do to stay within the diet guidelines I have set for myself. A side benefit is that when I listen to it at night it relaxes me and helps me go to sleep!

Very Difficult to Listen Too
I've given this CD the old college try and it just doensn't work for me.The voice is not calming or hypnotic in anyway and there is no background music to sooth you.Even if the voice was ok, he just talks to darn much for anyone to enter any form of hypnotic trance.I've also tried some online podcast and Glenn Harrold's stuff and greatly prefer both of those. ... Read more

Book Description
Conversational Hypnosis is a well-organized, concise handbook of effective language for all therapists, especially those who work with Hypnosis.The book teaches professionals how to formulate indirect suggestion and incorporate it naturally into their therapeutic conversations. It provides simplified formulas for creating the many varieties of indirect suggestion and bursts with examples of how and when to use them effectively.Conversational scripts, designed for specific outcomes, demonstrate ways of delivering therapeutic suggestions in a conversational tone.Complete induction scripts and pre-session talks illustrate how to incorporate therapeutic metaphor laced with indirect suggestion, thus delivering suggestions on several levels at once.It is a very powerful resource and a highly practical book that belongs in every therapist's library. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

One of the best explanations of the Milton Model
I've been taking a few courses on NLP and Hypnosis and read several descriptions of the Milton Erichsons speech but found this one to be the easiest for new students to digest. It's short and to the point. I would recommend any one studying the subject to pick it up or for course instructors to use it as a text.

Very Informative and Easy to Read
The writing is easy to understand and example driven. This is a great book for anyone but I found it very good for selling products and services.

Easy to use practical guide to using the language wisely.
A booklet more than a book (84 pp), yet very informational and valuable.
It is not intended to give an overview or introduction to Ericksonian hypnotic language, but rather to assist you in practicing the use of this language for your needs. Milton Erickson is a psychotherapist who was mainly known for its effective use of careful wording to help the messages get through the filters of the conscious mind to the unconscious mind.

Very well planned, highly recommended for those interested in practicing Ericksonian methods.

If you're new to Ericksonian hypnosis ...
Hypnotic language patterns are delightful to read and practice.If you're already familiar with Ericksonian hypnosis and hypnotic language patterns than you're not likely to find anything new in this book.However, if you're a practicing hypnotist or hypnotherapist and you've only learned direct language patterns, this spiral-bound book can serve as an easy-to-read introduction to hypnotic language patterns.Learning indirect / conversational hyponsis can help you to greatly improve the success rate of your hypnosis sessions.

Just good syntax!!
This presents a good overview of language structures to help and assist in
a great variety of coaching situations. Easy to use and understand. Everyone should have this in thier personal library or collection. ... Read more

Book Description
Hypnosis Weight Loss. Fast - Easy - Effective!
Imagine craving salad instead of chocolate or an apple instead of ice cream simply by listening to this Hypnosis Weight Loss CD as you drift to sleep each night!
Weight loss can be that easy!
Your impulse to eat carbohydrates and unhealthy food originates in your subconscious. This weight loss hypnosis CD stops these unwanted cravings at their source. When your subconscious mind supports your weight loss goals, you will naturally make healthier choices.
Permanent Weight Loss has never been easier!
Why is "Relax Your Way to Thin! Low Carb" so effective?
By creating direct access to the most powerful part of the mind, the subconscious, you can teach your subconscious mind to automatically act in the ways that best suit your goals, rather than relying on poor habits that you've built up over the years.
When you align what you consciously desire with your subconscious motivations...your possibilities are endless!
Can everyone be hypnotized?
Yes.Have you ever been driving a familiar route home and suddenly arrived at your destination without remembering the last few minutes of the drive?This is one example of our subconscious mind taking over the routine details of life. Our subconscious mind handles most of our day to day activities.That is the subconscious mind's job - to handle the details of life, while our conscious mind handles the more important needs. Most clients are amazed at how quickly they accomplish their desired results.Unlike traditional therapies, Hypnotherapy is able to help you reach your goals without going through years of self-exploration.
When You Are Ready!
Reach your goals faster than ever!You can and will make permanent, positive changes in your personal and professional life.Beverly Hills Hypnosis offers an effective, relaxing, drug-free choice for change. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

Very Soothing Voice and Music
I would have to disagree with Karen K who said the voice and music were irratating.I found the narrators' voice to be extremely soothing and the music to be beneficial and relaxing.In fact, for all the hypnosis tapes I've ever used, this is by far the most relaxing.I'm able to go into an extremely deep trance and always come out with the suggestion at the end (that's how I know I didn't just fall asleep).I only gave it 4 stars so far, but will update it in a couple of weeks when I see how well it works.I've been using it twice a day for two days, today is the third, and haven't seen any changes in my appetite or eating yet.It says to use it for 21 days.I don't know if that means you'll only see significant results after 21 days, or what, but I'll keep this review updated to let you know if I've lost any weight.If not, then at least I have had some incredibly relaxing sessions while I'm listening to the tape.

Day Five:I found when I went to the market I chose only healthy foods and stayed away from the junk food without even thinking about it.I checked the fat content on all food even if it said "light" or "low fat."When I saw chocolate and thought I'd like some it was immediately followed up with the thought that I didn't want to buy it.The hardest part is getting out of the store without the junk in the cart.At home, I've noticed I have not wanted to eat between meals.

Fantastic!
After having so much success with Trevor's cd "Your Power Within" I had to try "Relax Your Way to Thin."I've lost 17 pounds so far and it is fantastic!I've never wanted to say I'm on a "diet" and I didn't really want to change my eating habits.But, after listening to the cd, my whole attitude about food and healty eating habits started changing.It made me realize that I wasn't denying myself anything by eating healthier, I was actually giving myself more.The weight started coming off, I'm feeling great and I'm sleeping soundly.Awesome CD, I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to loose weight.

Didnt work
This didnt work for me. Maybe because everytime I turned it on I fell asleep. Good way to fall asleep if you are having trouble. Bad way to lose weight.

Very impressed!!
I had gone to a Hypnotherapist before to lose weight and did not have much luck. However, I decided to try Trevor's method...and it works!! My eating habits changed dramatically after only listening to the cd twice. It is the most relaxing experience I have ever had. This cd allows you to fall asleep, so I listen to it while I am going to bed. It says that even if you do fall asleep your sibconcious will receive the messages that Trevor sends, without a doubt, it does! I am really amazed by this cd! I am getting ready to order his cd's for exercise and to quit smoking.

Thank you Trevor!!!

Amazing Changes!
This is an amazing CD with incredible results!I have always had weight problems, tried all the fad diets and always gained the weight back.Trevor has a soothing, reassuring and relaxing voice that has helped me to really start losing the weight.I have never looked or felt better, and I'm keeping the pounds off.This program has truly changed my life and I owe it all to Trevor.Thank you! ... Read more

Book Description
Major medical journals are finally beginning to recognize hypnosis as a legitimate clinical tool, citing proof positive that it can help ease chronic pain, lessen the side effects of chemotherapy, counteract anxiety and sleep disorders, and more. On Heal Yourself with Medical Hypnosis, Dr. Andrew Weil joins Dr. Steven Gurgevich, a leading expert in mind-body medicine, to offer listeners a 2-CD session on how to use this amazing tool for personal healing. On Part One, Dr. Weil discusses the physiological mechanisms behind the mind-body connection, while Dr. Gurgevich demystifies the practice of hypnosis through a concise account of its history and important case studies. On Part Two, Dr. Gurgevich introduces listeners to four trance induction methods, including trance deepening and a full session of self-healing with hypnosis. "No condition is out of bounds when it comes to the effective use of hypnotherapy," says Dr. Weil. With Heal Yourself with Medical Hypnosis, now listeners can discover this highly effective way to use the power of the mind for optimum health and well-being. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (6)

A Great Intro To Medical Hypnosis
Leave it to Dr. Weil as a trusted source to open your mind and provide a great introduction to the concept of medical hypnosis.I was in a lot of pain last year and willing to try just about anything, so being a long-time fan of Dr. Weil's work on other aspects of healthy eating and living, I figured, why not give it a try?Boy am I ever glad I did, because from the reassuring and valid points that Dr. Weil's friend and colleague Dr. Steven Gurgevich made, it got me to actually try the sessions included in the audio.I surprised myself with how much I enjoyed them, and since then, searched out more of Dr. Gurgevich's work and now have 5 of his own audios which have helped me improve to 90% better in the last few months I have been using them.Check out my favorites Healing Mind: Healing Body, Pain Relief, and Stress Ease.

--Melanie R. Jordan, author of Have Your Cheeseburger And Keep Your Health Too! Have Your Cheeseburger And Keep Your Health Too!

Love It!
I was skeptical of the whole hypnosis scene.I tried it a few times at nightclubs and there was no way I could be hypnotized. Last year I was treated for breast cancer, and although everything appears to be fine,I am still dealing with the anxiety of the whole ordeal.I have followed Dr. Weil's advise for years and find him to be solid in his recommendations regarding alternative medicine. I am in the medical profession myself, so I have done some research in this area. I wouldn't have even given this cd a second glance, but because of Dr. Weil's endorsement, I gave it a whirl.Well, one month later, I am thrilled with the progress I have made.I can easily slip into the "trance" state without any real effort and let my subconscious do all the work.The side effects that I have been experiencing from the aromatase inhibitor drugs have all but vanished.It almost seems like cheating! Hypnosis seems like its on the fringe of medicine, but the proof is in the pudding.It certainly cant harm you and is well worth a try.

Love these guys
I'm trained in hypnosis myself.I think these guys are great.I enjoyed listening to the CD - more than once!I bought 2 of theirs...

Very Helpful
I really found all of the inductions that Gurgevich uses to be very effective.

Worsthypnosis CD ever: New version of the emperor's Clothes.
Now it is not what the emperor wears it is what he listens to.
I mistakenly believed the previous review and bought this CD. With a pedigree such as Dr Weil's I was completely disappointed to have purchased this CD.
My expectation was for this CD was to have a soothing voice over and a alpha theta and delta wave back ground lulling the listener into a rapid relaxed state with various exercises. Dr Weil's voice is a rich baritone that raises the bar and the expectation level to at least nearing that level.
Instead Steven Gurgevich's voice I could bearly listen to once. Thin and grainy it made me cringe, turn on the lights get out of bed and put another CD in. And I paid for this! What were they thinking? That they can throw anything together and fools will buy it? Seems like it. ... Read more

Book Description
The Secrets of Self-Hypnosis is a ground-breaking, practical, step-by-step guide to harnessing the power of your unconscious mind.Using a structured and unique methodology, this book shows you how absolutely anyone can enter hypnosis easily, how to be in control of the state of hypnosis, how to deepen your experience of it and deliver powerful changes or make updates to your life, all by yourself!In addition, the Secrets of Self-Hypnosis has a wide range of advanced techniques and strategies. You will learn how to:* Increase confidence * Manage and overcome inertia * Distort your perception of time * Become a non-smoker * Achieve and maintain your ideal weight * Let go of pain * And much moreThis book also shows you how to learn and use the language of success and self-mastery and utilizes a great many techniques from a wide array of other fields to ensure that your experience of self-hypnosis is powerful, profound, and helps you achieve your dreams."Adam Eason has written the ultimate book on self-hypnosis. An incredible resource for those with knowledge of hypnosis and those just beginning!" Kevin Hogan, Psy.D., Author of Psychology of Persuasion ... Read more

Customer Reviews (25)

Well Deserved Praise...
This book is verrrrrry well writen with a gooood sens of humour.Clear, Consis and to the point. Even with his funny jokes you can easily understand and applied the principles of Self-Hypnosis.

This is a fantastic book
This book is fantastic. You read all these books about NLP and quick persuasion and stuff like that but they never get really in depth with the topic of hypnosis or anything like that. You only get the over view of hypnosis and the point where the mind changes state or goes on auto pilot. This book on the other hand does not. It talks about hypnosis and the best bit is that it gives you steps on how to get into self hypnosis and if you were going to do it to someone else. After creating one of my own sessions and seeing if I could get into hypnosis did it work? Yes it did only becauseI wanted it too. That is the key! If you think that when you buy this book and think once you have done one of the sessions out of this book you will lose weight or give up smoking, no it doesn't work like that hypnosis only works if you want it to work. This books explains that as well. It if great to learn hypnosis and understand it better by actually being put into hypnosis.
Get the book and give it a try.

Great Intro to Self-Hypnosis
Eason is not the best in the writing department but his info is very user friendly. I'm not one to do a lot of memorization, which he asks you to do in some parts, but he made it very simple through visual association. I tried one session to attract the perfect house, in the perfect place at the perfect price and now I'm sitting in it as I write. Go figure... Unfortunately that was the last thing I worked on out of this book - I guess I should get back on the Eason trail.

Great Self Hypnosis Book But With Some Flaws...
Some people have said in their reviews that this book is life changing, and I suppose I have to agree because it is the first book I bought on self hypnosis before deciding to become a Hypnotherapist.

My initial reaction was that it was a great book and very comprehensive in the self hypnosis process. But I have now changed my opinion slightly because of all the other reading on the subject I have done.

The detailed explanation of the self hypnosis technique is very thorough and the finer points about how to word the suggestions so that you don't pick up anything that doesn't fully help you is left out on every other book I've read on self hypnosis.

Another great chapter is on how to record your scripts to CD which also is explained in detail.

But...

This book appears to have been put together in a hurry because in some places it does not flow from subject to subject. Like the author has chucked in some content as a bit of filler to pad the book out.

Another reason the book looks hastily done is that it has a great number of spelling mistakes and doesn't look like it was professionally proof read or edited.

These small flaws, however, do not take away from the fact that this book is better than the majority of self hypnosis texts in view of content. It is very thorough and detailed without confusing a beginner like I was when I first read it.

There are better books of the subject
Autosuggestion / power of thoughts / self-hypnosis is the subject of this book. And there are better books available of the subject. Just take a look at my other reviews. After reading other books about the subject I am not sure if the author really understood the concept of autosuggestion. There's so much weight on the word 'hypnosis' in this book. Remember Emile Coue who found out that a state of hypnosis was not even necessary in his psychiatric healing methods. ... Read more

Product Description

Just think! What could you achieve if you could design and accomplish everything that you desire, easily? This is something that Richard MacKenzie asks his clients regularly. The reason that he asks them such an open ended question is that he believes with complete conviction that an individual is capable of achieving all of their wildest dreams and more! 

"By ordering this book today you will be starting your new life from now, knowing that the life that you always dreamt of is just days away!

The techniques that you will learn in Richard’s groundbreaking new book will both challenge and inspire you to achieve the truly impossible. One of his favorite quotes comes from a man called Henry Ford. It says “Whether you believe you can do a thing or not, you are right.” He believes that if we change and challenge the things that we believe about ourselves, that we can ultimately change and take control of our own destinies.

For instance, commonly people will think things like, "I'll never have enough money", "People don't appreciate me or value what I have to say" and, "No one really likes me". These are all beliefs and with the knowledge and techniques that you can find in Self-Change Hypnosis, you can get rid of them and start living instead of just existing!

"I understand that life can sometimes be a bit of an uphill struggle. This is why I decided to put the techniques that I use with my clients every day to help them get extraordinary results into Self-Change Hypnosis. I truly believe in you and have no doubt that with a little time and effort that we can work together through the book and help you to create a life that is a joy instead of a slog!"
Richard MacKenzie
Author and Self-Change Specialist

The aim is to get the book out there so that it can help and inspire as many people as possible with its easy to follow approach. Richard asked one of Europe’s most successful Hypnotherapists and Trainers to write his foreword. Here is just a snippet of what he said;

"Richard MacKenzie is one of the leading British experts in working self-change miracles. The clients he sees in his Oxford hypnotherapy practice profit immensely from his guidance and skills. Now Richard has decided to make his vast knowledge and expertise available to anyone. In an easy-to-understand, fun-to-read style he equips you with the tools necessary to do powerful self-change work. As a hypnotherapist and trainer myself, I have read my share of the many self-help books available. Some of them are not bad at all, and yet I was thrilled and motivated at the same time after having read Richard's book: Finally a book that doesn't stop by telling you what to do, but actually inspires you to do it!"
Olf Stoiber
Hypnotherapist and Trainer

Over the years, Richard has helped numerous amounts of people with a whole range of issues from lack of confidence, phobias, stopping smoking and loosing weight to some pretty major stuff like business development, sports performance, relationship issues and much more. He has personally helped many people in top and influential positions to realize their potential and to reach for even greater goals! Now all of Richard’s knowledge and experience has been put down on paper for you to easily follow and get the life that you have always dreamt of.

So to recap on the original question that you were asked at the top of the page, What could you achieve if you could design and accomplish everything that you desire, easily? Take time to think and day dream about exactly what you are going to achieve once you have this great book in you hands! The only things that are impossible are the things that you THINK are impossible. You are about to go on a journey of discovery and change, however the best thing is, you are going to decide the outcome!

Customer Reviews (48)

This requires you to create recordings for your own use
Knowing nothing about self-hypnosis I bought this book assuming that, like meditation, I could do it on my own without equipment.This book would be a helpful tool after working with other self-hypnosis recordings.Then one would be experienced and motivated enough to create a custom tape.

To quote Albert Einstein:
"Things should be as simple as they need to be, and not simpler." This book took me only a few minutes to read, but the knowledge in it will last a lifetime. Mr. MacKenzie talks about self-change in the most quick, simple, succinct and ingenious way I ever read. (And I've read a lot...) And I have no complaints about his delivery of the subject matter, either. The way he uses language and metaphors shows that he isn't just a hypnosis/NLP expert on paper, he really is. And that's a beautiful thing. So, obligatorily, yet totallly encouragingly. Buy and read this book.

Captain Josh.

A fantastically full manual of Hypnosis and Personal Development
This book covers many specific areas of self-change and personal development. And as it covers all of the basics, it means that this title is beneficial for anyone.

Self-Change Hypnosis
I've read many self hypnosis books and this is the first to explain it so clearly with such practicle directions as to actually get me to make a self hypnosis tape and get something accomplished!

Richard MacKenzie makes self transformation accessible to everyone
Richard MacKenzie's Self Change Hypnosis book brings the possibility for true personal transformation to people of all socio-economic and educational backgrounds.This book explains the concepts and tools needed by anyone interested in self transformation in a sensitve and simple manner that makes it understandable and usable by a wide audience.I have read a number of similar books on self-hynosis but will always refer to this one as the gold standard and will go back to it regularly as different concepts become relevant to ones life process as one reads the book through time.The various scripts and exercises provided in the book allow the reader to get started with personal change from the very first reading. ... Read more

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A superb high quality hypnosis tape/CD by Glenn Harrold - the UK's best selling self-help audio author.Combining skilled hypnotherapy techniques with state of the art digital recording technology. Unleash Your True Potential uses post hypnotic suggestions, and powerful echoed affirmations and has been designed to help the listener draw from their inner talents and creativity, and to develop the courage and self belief to live life to the full. You will also learn to let go of any self doubts or fears and to express your true potential.Features two 27 minute hypnotherapy sessions containing:A pleasant voice guiding the listener into a completely relaxed state of mind & body. Hypnotic echoed background vocals panning from left to right across the stereo range - a deeply relaxing and unique effect. 60 B.P.M digital sound effects & powerful subliminal suggestions - all compounding the overall effect. Unleash Your True Potential is one of our top sellers and often appears in the top 10 in the UK's overall best selling self-help audio charts. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (18)

The magic's in how they make you feel.
I own several of Glenn Harrold's CDs. I've tried many other relaxation/hypnosis products over the years and Glenn Harrold's are by far-and-away the best I've heard. As many of the other reviews have pointed out, the production values on these CDs are extraordinary, but that's not what makes them special. What makes these CDs special is how good they leave you FEELING.

Many of the other hypnosis recordings I've tried would either put me to sleep half of the time or just feel like a chore to listen to. Glenn Harrold's CDs actually make for a very enjoyable and pleasant listening experience. And regardless of how I felt before hand, I'm always left feeling refreshed, serene and on an "even keel".

If you're looking to purchase just one hypnosis title, make it one of Glenn Harrold's. You will not be disappointed.

Very good
I've only recently discovered the work of Glenn Harold. This is one of his most popular CDs and there is a good reason why. I like this CD mainly because there is no b.s. like on so many others. Everything is straight to the point, first you relax, then some positive affirmations are suggested to your unconscious mind which has to absorb them and start executing. One drawback is that I find he speaks a little too fast and leaves no time for the material to sink in. Perhaps if the pace was a bit slower, I would've given this CD five stars. Overall, good starting point for hypnosis exploration.

Love it!
I made this purchase a bit skeptical because I wondered if this would actually work for me. I made this purchase because I felt stressed with work and was willing to try anything.

I had tried meditation, but being the hyper, multi-tasker that I am I couldn't do it. I tried Unleash Your True Potential, and wow!! I listen through the beginning, do the breathing exercises.... Then I hear Glenn saying Wake up!!! I don't get to hear the full CD.

I don't know yet what positive changes I am going to experience, the one thing that has happened is that others at work have begun noticing my worth, I more assertive and and vocal. I have been wishing that I have abundance of time, and somehow its been happening. Upper management at the company I work for has begun noticing me, and have become very flexible with me, when normally I would work 60 to 70 hours a week, now I feel like I do 40, and I am being told "take a break you do too much." I still work longer hours than 40, but I have managed to break up my day differently, without affecting my work, but being able to squeeze in personal matters.

Another thing that has occurred, is that now I can meditate a little. I never could before. Now I can get myself to a very tranquil (internal) place anytime, anywhere. This has really helped me focus.

I have only been listening to the CD for two weeks. I would love to know about someone else's examples of success with this CD. Please email me.

Awesome
This is full of positive words that reinforce a positive attitude.Affirmations included.It is great.

T. Cochran
I really love this CD.I have another one by the author and love it as well.I have noticed subtle changes in my awareness.I have a very negative person around me, constantly telling me what I can't do, and what a horrible person I am.I know he is mentally ill but nonetheless, sometimes I let this person get to me.Listening to this CD really helps me focus on me and not on the attacker. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (54)

Fun but text only
Hypnosis stage show is a very funny and visual entertainment. However I can only use of my imagination to crate the show in my brain. If there are some demo pictures to show us how are the effect of the scripts. The book would be better.
And if the book can cut down some "word by word" speech, it would be the best thing.

You want this book... I wonder why???
Look at the cover of this book. In the backround there is subliminal text. "you want this book" "I want to buy this book" and so on. If you pick it up in a store and suddenly find yourself needing to buy it, the reason is right in front of you. that said, the title may set you off at first, but you will buy it. I bought it, having been snooping around the internet for some information on hypnosis, it jumped out at me as the book i wanted. it wasn't til after i had bought it that i saw the subtext on the front. however, before i had even read it, i simply brought it over to my friend house, and told everyone i had read it, used technquies i learn from hynosis web pages, and was able to induce everyone willing for me to try. I had alot of fun, but it was the confidence in which i went about it all, making them really believe i could, that made it such an entertaining night. oh, and for the book, I'll tell you how it is once I read it.

Great And Simple!
I am only 12 years old but after reading the chapter on inductions, though it was frustrating at how few inductions were listed they were understandable, and clear. I tried it on my friend and it seemed to be working and I'm pretty sure he was hypnotized until I became less confident and began studdering, though he did respond to depth test before that I messed it up by losing my place once.

my honest apprasal
I found this book seemed to accurate in pricable. however i think it would require you to work out your own take on the scripts and stage acts suggested because most of them are pretty lame and would'nt work on 90% of people for that reason. If you have the right personality and you are reltivly bright i think that what you learn in this book might teach you to hypnotise some one. This is only my percived opion from some one whos not a hypnotist. there seem to be alot people reviewing this book saying it not the first book on hypnotism you should buy. i think its fair to say as someone who did by this as there book on hypnoitism that its fine as a first book just expect to buy another if really want to learn the subject.

Hypnosis _IS_ fun :-)
Hello, my name is Nessie!

I had a school dance where they brought this really great stage hypnotist who did really funny stunts. I laughed so hard!!

After that i became obsessed with hypnosis. Buying books using my birthday money, nothing worked.

But when I bought this book, it all came into place! It's crude, but it works. I was able to hypnotize a willing sister :) on my first try and make her fall in love with a desk lamp and sing Madonna.

It doesn't happen overnight however, I've had other hypnosis books, but have been unsucessful. This book doesn't have a very good theory and history, i must admit.

Good Luck, Shoppers!

- Nessie ... Read more

Book Description
This revised and expanded edition provides a presentation of the essential steps of self-hypnosis and goal-directed relaxation and imagery. Case studies and scripts for mastering self-hypnosis are also included. ... Read more

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One of the most comprehensive books on self-hypnosis
This is one of the most comprehensive books on self-hypnosis - it covers many of the most-common areas of application: helping you to lose weight, quit smoking, reduce pain, etc.

Structure of hypnosis is very simple - you get into a state of hypnosis, work on your outecome and return to normal conscious awareness.Many hypnosis books provide induction scripts to help people get into a state of hypnosis, and of course you can use them - but hypnosis is not a mechanical process.Success with self-hypnosis comes from having fun with your subjective experience and what you read in books may give you ideas how to go about it, but ultimately self-hypnosis is a very intimate experience that you'll end up doing your own way.

Excellent Book for Self-Hypnosis
As a Clinical Hypnotherapist - this book is the first one on the list of books I recommend to anyone interested in self-hypnosis. I consider it one of the best books on self-hypnosis. It is very well written and it covers vast range of topics whether you desire to lose weight, stop smoking, increase self-confidence, manage pain, reduce stress or just about anything else.

If you happen to be one of those who find this book too challenging or advanced and are looking just for some scripts you can use, you may also check out Instant Self-Hypnosis: How To Hypnotize Yourself with Eyes Open.

I agree
Having read some of the reviews for this, I must say I agree with all of them.Perhaps it is less about whether this is a 'great book' and more about who might value what it offers the most.
I suspect that the format of the book was developed from a live training format.It builds from beginning with ideas which are developed again and again in different contexts.Just reading the book may leave you struggling to distill the main concepts, perhaps feeling a little overwhelmed and confused about where to start.
There are suggested scripts and ideas for entering trance, but much of the information is presented as examples of how the information might be developed and made personal to the reader.There are many books out there which will supply scripts for particular problems.If this is what you want, then you may prefer to start somewhere else or at least supplement this book with another.
Perhaps you are interested in exploring your own eperiences, even using your current 'problem' as a means to that end . If so, then I am sure that you, like me, will find this a great book to keep coming back to; for ideas and inspiration. I think Milton Erickson stated something like, that given about 14hrs of bullding skills in hypnosis many peoples problems would accidentally 'cure' themselves.

not a beginner book
While I found the book useful I would NOT recommend it to a beginner as it assumes you know how inductions & scripts work....and while it gives ideas & suggestions... It gives NO scripts or fundamentals. And while it touches on many topics, it covers none very well. The book lacks structure, focus and clear direction.

Hard to use, but good information
This book has some wonderful information about self-hypnosis. In fact, as a textbook on the subject, I think it's excellent. But if you're planning on actually using the info for practical results, this isn't the best book. There are other books on self-hypnosis that have a more easy-to-follow approach to achieving your goals. ... Read more

Book Description
Are you one of the millions of people searching for natural ways to improve yourself and eliminate bad habits? Hypnosis is a highly effective tool for behavior modification-and this practical and inspiring handbook will show you how to begin today to use hypnosis to change your life.

Hypnosis For Change provides simple, step-by-step details to help you harness the power of your own mind. You'll learn about the different trance states, the effective use of treatment scripts for either self-hypnosis or the hypnosis of others, and the best use of these techniques to bring you success. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Thorough and easily understood by professionals and casual readers alike
I was assigned this book as a student in Hypnosis 101 and still refer to it in my
professional practice.It is well written for the professional yet easily understood
by the casual reader.It is very motivating and gives hope and direction for those wanting to make a change. No wonder it is cited in at least five other texts.

Good Starting Point
This book is a really good starting point for a person looking to get involved with the field of clinical hypnosis as Hadley and Staudacher have clearly outlined the basic process. Providing useful inductions and scripts, you could practice with this volume for awhile and then could decide if you wanted to go on to more intensive hands-on practice.

Comprehensive book on hypnosis
The author presents an easy to read, interesting and usefull book on hypnosis.I was able to use the historical section for my lectures at various universities.The applications of hypnosis were simple to understand, yet advanced enough to meet the needs of professionals.I was very happy with the way Ms. Hadley explained the cognative approaches to smoking cessation, weight reduction and stress management. I am happy to recommend this book to my students.

Brett K. Steier (Master Clinical Hypnotherapist)
I liked this book a lot. I feel that it would benefit the novice as well as the professional hypnotherapist. In this book it gives you information on exactly what to do with each situation it talks about.It gives youinductiona as well. It also talks about different type of hypnoticcommunication, I liked that part.This book would definetly help you alongthe way while you are studying and practicing hypnotherapy.

Pretty good...
This was a pretty good book. Actually went a little more in depth about certain health problems and the like than some others that I have read, and it gives a lot of example inductions and other great stuff like that which is good for a beginner... ... Read more

Book Description
“Want to kick a habit or a field goal?... The secrets in this book will improve your game and your life.”
—Bob Reese, Peak Performance Specialist

From treating cigarette addictions to losing weight, from setting career goals to getting a good night’s sleep, this updated second edition by noted psychologist and hypnotherapist Roberta Temes shows how to use hypnosis responsibly to improve one’s quality of life. Includes updated step-by-step instructions for self-hypnosis, plus clear explanations of what hypnosis is and how it works, tips for finding a reputable hypnotherapist, tips on solving problems in one’s love life, career, health, and more.

• First edition is the bestselling book on hypnosis on the market
• Revised and updated with more thorough step-by-step instructions for self- hypnosis
Download Description
Contrary to many things said about hypnosis, it is actually the practice of auto-suggestion. Hypnosis is proven to be able to treat several ills and habits ranging from smoking to impotence. This book is an easy-to-follow guide on how readers can practice hypnosis on themselves and others, or as a tool to resolve physical and emotional problems. The writer is renowned within the psychologist and hypnotherapist environment. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (24)

Complete Idiot's Guide to Bias!
If the ready has *0* background in the subject at hand, then perhaps you could glean something from this book.

The author is long on "I fixed this problem in my practice" and short on "how this works." The focus is clearly on getting the reader to find a hypnotherapist to go to and so only offers enough basics to see that you don't go in blind.

There are a few worksheets on designing your own self-hypnosis scripts and one for getting an idea of how suggestible you might be. Don't get your hopes up though, the worksheets offer only the most basic "I do ____" "____ often" "I will stop doing _____." Wow. I couldn't figure that out. There's none of the subtlety that really makes hypnosis work. No ideas for creative metaphoring that makes the subconcious really respond.

The meager section on stage hypnosis is clearly only a scare tactic to see to it that the reader stays as far away from this branch as possible. All stage operators are dastardly and reckless. The few stories of stage volunteers are all negative. All victims to some careless act.

There is, however, a small bit of useful information in the way of historical factoids. There is included a brief glance at hypnosis' mottled history and a couple of stories that are interesting. The author is also good at letting the reader know to be wary of false memories and how easily they can be created. All in all, you could find better ways to spend 15 bucks.

a worthwhile book
The author's aproach is directive as opposed to a more cooperative Ericksonian approach, but the book is excellent, usefull, and informative.

Lightweight?
Makes for a pleasant albeit bloated read. My impression is that most people would do well beginning with self-hypnosis and many would be fine sticking just to self-hypnosis.Temes' focus seems to be on wide coverage, i.e. showing all the things that hypnosis may help with.

Another book that gives wide coverage while sticking to self-hypnosis is Allman's and Lambrou's Self-Hypnosis: The Complete Manual for Health and Self-Change. But Allman and Lambrou seem to provide more substance.

I've enjoyed Leslie LeCron ("Self-Hypnosis: The Technique and its use in Daily Living" and "The Complete Guide to Hypnosis"). Self-talk, visualization, quiet sitting and common sense comprise a lot of self-hypnosis, so once you've realized that, your dependence on any hypnosis book will drop, but some writers do share useful techniques and focus. Hypnosis books tend to be inexpensive so you can try out a few to find the one(s) that connect best with you. For me, this book by Temes tends toward being too wide and not deep enough. Whereas I just have to pick up LeCron's "Self-Hypnosis" book and I. to my surprise, immediately involuntarily find myself breathing slower and deeper, as well as feeling calmer. But there's no magic, it's just that it's the book I got into self-hypnosis with and trust.

Excellent book for the lay reader!
This book is superb for the average reader, because it tells so much about hypnosis. It does not seem to be intended to teach a lay person HOW to be a hypnotherapist, because for that one has to first be a qualified health professional, such as a psychologist or a physician. So, if one wants to learn a lot ABOUT hypnosis, read this book.

Great Introduction to Hypnosis
If you don't know much about hypnosis, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hypnosis is a great introduction to self-hypnosis and choosing a hypnotist or hypnotherapist.The author dispels many common myths and provides a good historical overview.The portions of the book on self-hypnosis probably aren't comprehensive enough to allow for mastery, but they are certainly a good beginning.The strongest parts of the book deal with addressing common fears associated with being subjected to hypnosis.Like all Idiot's Guides, it is a pleasant and fast-moving book to read...quite enjoyable. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

Simple and clear
This book's title accurately describes the content and the book does focus on self-hypnosis only.I bought it because it included the tape, but the tape wasn't as much help as I'd expected which is the reason I gave it 4 stars.The tape uses the muscle by muscle strategy for relaxation which just doesn't work well for me.The book is clear, gives good affirmations, and explains things well.

It works but...
Trying various hypnosis/meditation items, I would say that this product has induced one of the deepest hypnotic state or relaxed sensation I have experienced.However, I personally have a little bit of difficulty with the procedure to bring myself to the state.Having to keep eyes high on a spot for a long time is somewhat more physically enduring than other tactics out there.So, I would say, it works, but a little bit hard physically.I would like to find other methods to induce the deep relaxed state without hardship, and use the suggestive stuff that was mentioned in this book.

The Self-Hypnosis Kit
As a firm disbeleiver in hypnosis,hypnotherapy and NLP which I formly called "junk science". I have truley been converted. If you are interested in how any of these disiplines listed above can help you then I urge you to start with this kit. Read the book then listen to the tape. After only two sessions, I found myself totally amazed with the effects of hypnosis. My first concern was, since I don't smoke, am not overweight, don't drink to access or have any other overt bad habits, I wondered what could this tape possibly do for me. I was stunned, I turned on the tape, started listening and awoke from the session 20 minutes later totaly refreshed, stress free and totally relaxed ( just like the hypnotist had directed ).Undersatand, I didn't even realize I had been hypnotised!I thought I was sitting on a bench in a beautilful garden relaxing ( also as directed by the hypnotist on the tape). The voice ( a woman with an English acent )on the tape has a wonderful calming effect.
As I said, if you are interested in what hypnosis could do for youd-start here as I did. You will be simply amazed!....and she teaches you how to induce yourself into self-hypnosis too!

Great for Self Help!
The book and tape set really helped me with stress control and migraine headache pain control.I am amazed at how easy it is to self-hypnotize.The book is instructive without being preachy or "text-book-ish".Like some others, I find it hard to stay awake during the tape, though.

If you're curious about self help through self hypnosis, this is definately worth a try!

Great Cassette.... if only there were a CD version
I love this kit, and have used it from time to time.The author has a pleasant English accent, and if you've ever listened to any guided meditation before, you know that the voice can affect your ability to relax and follow instructions.

After some practice, I was able to try SELF-HYPNOSIS on myself.I set a time limit (60 seconds) for me to go under and think about a specific topic.My friend was in the room with his watch and timed the entire episode.It was truly unbelievable that my mind/body knew precisely when I had been under for the specified time frame, and then woke up automatically.

We tried this with various time frames, and each time, I woke up as scheduled.It was similar to the body rhythm that wakes you up at the same time in the morning for a work day... and yes, annoyingly so on a weekend.It was very interesting to see that I could concentrate (brainstorm, really, in a fast paced but relaxed manner) on a particular topic of interest while under SELF-HYPNOSIS and still wake up at the specified time WITHOUT aid of a timer, clock, or person.

Both sides of the tape, as well as the booklet that accompanies it, are worth the price of admission in my book.Good luck on your journey! ... Read more

Book Description
Covert Hypnosis is the utilization of techniques and strategies to change the perception and behavior of others in a completely unconscious way. The optimal applications for covert hypnosis are in the fields of selling, advertising, marketing, relationships and therapy. This 100,000 word manual includes truly up-to-the-minute scientific breakthroughs in the area of unconscious influence. For the simplicity of the reader the book is written with examples pertaining to either therapy or selling situations but of course the approaches discussed herein would apply equally as well to pastoring, teaching, training, and other relationship and group situations.You will learn:Over 150 specific non-verbal communication techniques.How to stand and sit with people so they like you and believe your message.Strategies for pre-hypnotic therapy.How genes influence people's decisions and how to know in advance what they are.The basic thinking process of covert conditioning.The 253 words that change people's minds verbally and in print.How to use 20 of the most powerful hypnotic language patterns ever spoken.Discover the core 16 desires of every person you meet.Find out the 11 new metaprograms that no one has previously discovered.Over 800 questions that help you direct the thinking of others.The truth about distraction and confusion.How suggestion can change visual recall.Two complete models for presenting material to others in a persuasive manner!How to make minor alterations in your physical appearance to influence others.How to tell a story so that the story delivers the message you want send!Covert techniques for sports performance. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

Excellent Reading on Covert Hypnosis
Kevin helps the reading understand what drives a person to make a decision. Reading this book can help with selling to people by getting to know what drives them. Helpful for building rapport with others. A must read for anyone wanting to increase your confidence with selling products and services. www.changing-lanes.com

The book had to be renamed: how to become a succesful salespersons
I have read most of the book. I won't say that it is useless, but that it is rather disapointing. NLP is a very powerful set of practices for influencing other people. The name of the book is the one thing the author did that succeeded in convincing me to buy this book. The book is mainly about how to become a successful salesperson, almost nothing about other practices of covert hypnosis. Thus the name of the book suggests a wider scope. Throughout the book, the author seem to plant the messages "buy my other stuff" and "use my knowlege", and he seems to do it in a very ineffective way. If at least he was able to use covert hypnosis more effectively for that, the way Bandler and Grider (the original developers of NLP) did, then I would be tempted to believe I can learn a lot more from him.

Yet, the book is not useless. Some of the things written in this book are deep understanding of the selling business.

Quality information, easy read and fun to apply at work.
This is a good book with quality information.Kevin Hogan has written several good books on persuasion.I have read Psychology of Persuasion, Covert Persuasion and Covert Hypnosis in that order.Although a decent amount of the information in this book is covered in Covert Persuasion, there is a substantial amount of new information and tactics that can be applied to many situations in life.Overall this is a nice read for someone that would like to raise the bar at work and elsewhere.
Working in the Formula Race Car of Sales "metaphorically speaking" anything that can give me an edge is worth looking at.

Good job again Kevin

Kevin Hogan Again HITS The Mark
Want to IMPROVE Your Life? Be better at your Job? Go deeper in to Kevin Hogans work after reading some of his other books (like Pyschology of Persuasion)? Then this is the logical next step for you....unless you are lucky enough to attend one of his seminars in person! This is the next best thing!!! Because his work is transformational! I wasn't even aware of all the changes taking place in my life until other people started commenting on them...people have even told me that I LOOK different (as in younger and more vibrant), but I AM aware that I am making more money and I am happier!! And it began about two years ago when I started reading and applying Kevin Hogan's work....and Covert Hypnosis is the latest. Read it only if you, too are ready to make life changing leaps forward!!! Ahd then as you apply it, watch for the inevitable changes to occur around you!! You will be glad you did. Don't thank me, thank Kevin.

Here's an OVERT suggestion - SAVE YOUR MONEY!
Maybe this book does help becuase I was totally taken in by the marketing hype describing the book.

First, this book has quite a lot of the shortcomings of many self-published books -- rampant typos, grammatical errors and unverifiable testamonials followed by unsubstantiated anecdotes sprinkled with factual errors.

Second, it's regurgitated, dumbed down NLP for the masses.

Third, the information is dated although presented as "new" and "cutting edge".

There are many other books on NLP and body language that are a lot more helpful.Don't buy this book, especially at its inflated price.That's part of the ploy.If it costs so much it must have the "good stuff" in it, right?Wrong!

I'm just very disappointed to be told that I need to lose weight, grow taller and dress for success to get my subliminal message across to make the sale. ... Read more

Book Description
Self-hypnosis without the trance!

The author of the best-selling self-hypnosis book Instant Self-Hypnosis shows you how to re-program your mind for success in every area of your life while you go through your daily routine. Everything you do, including chores and everyday tasks, suddenly become potent opportunities for self-empowerment!

You can practice this simple, powerful method while you take out the garbage, brush the dog, drive to the store, clean the house, or during just about any other activity.

Reach your goals faster, break bad habits, turn your life around and have what you want--it's fast, it's easy and anyone can do it.
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Customer Reviews (12)

don't bother
this dude's got nothing new to say whatsoever. he's got a good marketing machine behind him...that's it. don't bother.

Title is misleading
Instead of a self-hypnosis method, this book is in fact a presentation of hundreds of affirmations grouped by subject. Even the reading of the table of content is a waste of time.

Blair's Zen Revolution...How Your Ordinary Can Make You Extraordinary
I was and am so enormously impressed by what I read in Forbes Blair's second book, "Self-Hypnosis Revolution". Unlike most of the reviewers I am actually one of Forbes's very satisfied clients. A couple of months ago out of the blue, I contacted him for a session and found out he was an author too! I immediately got and read both of his books the same day! The first, "Instant Self-Hypnosis", was a great read.

But the second book was a total surprise! It was completely different from his first book and I dare say from any other "self-hypnosis" book you're liable to ever read ever. As I read and read "Self-Hypnosis Revolution" I realized this book really wasn't about hypnosis per se as it was about the connection between what we do everyday as ordinary tasks and how we see what is this ordinary to create an extraordinary life! WOW I thought, this is actually more like a Zen concept than a self-hypnosis technique!

The question this book answered for me without any drama and so succinctly with the Zen twist is, "How can I make real on-going self-improvement from exactly where I am right now with what I have? I admit I did get goosebumps when I finally got the simple answer to that question. And when I did get the answer I thought, "Could it really be that simple, though?" As we go about our daily tasks, everyday jobs, errands, life activities, daily chores and the like we can effortlessly begin to weave the deeper meaning of it all? Well Forbes says Yes!

Forbes' methods expose how truly simple it can be to transmute the ordinary meaning of ANY daily human activity into a powerful catalyst for life changes but the ultimate beauty of his work is in transforming the mundane activities. Those things we do that always seem to be in the way of getting the REALLY important things done.

Even in the first few hours of using his methods I could feel a jump start in rejuvenating and reprogramming the love of my life; the small, the big, the boring, the exciting, regardless of what type of activity I was engaged at any time. And then, the real significance of "Self-Hypnosis Revolution" blasted through me: EVERYTHING we do as humans and a human community is sacred, and when we treat our life experiences that way then EVERYTHING changes for the better!

This book will help you as it did me to find peace, joy and `opportunity for personal empowerment' regardless of where you are or what you're doing.

What Forbes accomplished so easily is to help you make changes in your life that you can live with and more importantly he shows you HOW to do that in just a few minutes a day. So again how does Blair suggest making self improvements? Do it in a way that allows you to start with your ordinary because your ordinary IS extraordinary!

An eloquent exposition on the power of positive habit.
It took me so long since I bought the book to write a review because the information affected me so deeply and subtly, even more than his first book, "Instant Self-Hypnosis", it was and is a great book ("Instant Self-Hypnosis") by the way, but it doesn't compare to this approach in "Self-Hypnosis Revolution", so I finally decided to hunker down and do a unified review of them both at the same time. First-off, I know the full merits and full power of traditional self-hypnosis and meditation and "the magic of believing" of all sorts. But his approach, though nothing new, it can be considered different and rare. In that you can use it every day and "in a common way", the approaches in both books, yet also in the most uncommon way possible. He does use a definite Coueistically influenced approach in the second book though. "Common Habit" can be the most powerful thing when consciously applied. But his books are "The Advanced Concepts of Hypnosis", especially the second one.

Captain Josh.Dreams, Consciousness, Spirit:The Quantum Experience of Self-Reflection and Co-Creation

Powerful
I read the first half and applied the easy to use principles right away.

This is amazing.This makes your mundane tasks or stuff you may not want to do, powerful and meaningful in life. If you give it an honest try you will be amazed.

I am not a SPIRITUAL NEW AGEY type person.I don't believe in new age blah blah, but self hypnosis is really a way of controlling your thoughts in a powerful way and using the power of relaxation and focus to direct your life in the right way.

YOUR THOUGHTS will determine where you go and what you do in life.Whether you are happy or sad, or successful and confident or doubtful and weak.

The tools in this book are very UNIQUE, I've never seen anything like this and I read all the time.The is an original idea and putting it into practice the first time was a 9.5 on a scale of 1 to 10.I am sure if I use this on many many activities my life will never be the same because my thoughts will be taking me in a new direction.

Thoughts are things.

Good luck. ... Read more

Book Description
Everyone has something in their character or personality that they'd like to improve.Self-Hypnosis offers you a powerful resource for transformation that will help you remodel your life and turn it onto what you want it to be!Based on the readings of Edgar Cayce - the best known and best-documented psychic in American history - this program teaches you a completely natural method of self-hynosis designed to enlist the powers of your subconscious mind to help you become your personal best.Control or eliminate unwanted habits.Create a positive new identity for yourself.Develop your latent talents and abilities.In three easy steps, you'll learn how to create your own personal self-hynosis session and make your own self-help tapes geared to your specific needs. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Self-Hypnosis Edgar Cayce
The speaker had a good hypnotic voice and explained the whole process well.
This is not a one time experience.In order to learn self-hypnosis you need to listen to it regularly for a number of times.

Waste of Money
Unless you're the type of person who needs to hear "you're a winner!!" in a self-induced hypnotic state, this CD isn't for you.While the lead-in to the self-hypnosis was reasonably good, the practice itsef was contrived and not useful.I bought two copies, thinking this sounded like a great CD (given the fact Edgar Cayce is seemingly associated with it).I intended to give the other copy as a gift, but once I listended to my copy, I was not going to impose this worthless exercise on my sister!Keep looking for a better self-hypnosis experience - this one isn't it.

very positive
I felt very relaxed.This is a positive tape.Very Helpful.
Highly recommend. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (13)

Excellent book for amateurs or professionals
This is an excellent introduction to the basics of hypnosis by one of the most respected names in the field.The author has an informal, first-person style that makes the book an easy read.The book is packed with valuable techniques, scripts, and insights that are based on his decades of experience in hypnosis and hypnotherapy.Hunter frequently references the philosophy and works of his mentor, Charles Tebbetts, and quotes extensively from his books.This book is an excellent reference and should be in the library of anyone interested in hypnosis.

Very useful guide for the practice of hypnotherapy
Refer to this text many times over my career! Certianly useful for any practicing professional.

Shallow and Too Much "Hero Workship"
The way the book is written just puts me off.There is simply too much hero worship."Tebetts" appears so many times that I can only say that whoever writes this way is lacking "common sense".Yes, only a full page photo of Charles Tebbets and a drawing/illustration of the author in front of CT.Also described CT as being "legendary".

Another impression I get after reading this book is that the author seems to be a inflated ego.

These aside, the book is quite shallow and serves some purpose to the beginner.However, I must add that there are better books out there than this for beginners.So don't waste your time on this one.Okay if you borrow from the library, but I wouldn't buy this book

Another excellent introductory text.
This book is the first of two textbooks that the author uses for his college course on hypnotherapy. As such, it is a little different from the "general purpose" introductions to hypnosis and hypnotherapy which are its general peers. A history of the science, some theoretical discussion, and a lot of practical instruction are included.

While I know the late Mr. Tibbetts was a leading practitioner and educator, I have to agree with another reviewer that the hero-worship should be toned down a bit. It doesn't detract from the book's value, it's just repetitive. That being said, the book is a fine introduction to the field. I look forward to the second text, "The Art of Hypnotherapy."

I agree 100% with ...
This is one of the most poorly written books I've ever read. It uses all kinds of exclamation points where they're not needed! And it reads like a cheap two-day seminar. When I came here to warn everyone about this book, I had a couple of noticable flaws already in mind, and it made me laugh that ..., said the EXACT things I was thinking i.e. The guy has a really, really creepy hangup about "his late mentor Charles Tibbetts" and is obviously threatened by people with "advanced degrees," mostly because he's a cheap motivational speaker that teaches at TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE. He repeats irrelevant points (such as why he calls his clients "clients" instead of subjects) over and over as if he can't remember that he already covered it or doesn't realize the point is minor. The writing is shoddy, the insight is shallow, his "poise" is extremely defensive, and his own insecurity drips off pages through the words. Is that enough? DON'T BUY THIS BOOK. ... Read more

Book Description
Ready to look and feel great?Go for it!
Wake up each morning - looking forward to exercising! Imagine how exciting it will be to see your body change, as your muscles begin to firm and unwanted fat cells melt away!
Beverly Hills Hypnosis' exercise motivation CDs can actually help change the way you think about exercising.You can begin associating exercise with relaxation or a long awaited break in your day -- the special time that you take for yourself.As this happens, you will find that you are eager to begin your exercise routine.Sounds crazy?Not at all.Some people look forward to cigarettes, while others look forward to eating chocolate or French fries.When we change the way we think, our attitudes change as well.
You can wake up each day and really be excited about doing things that make you look and feel great.
When you listen to Beverly Hills Hypnosis' exercise motivation CD each night before going to sleep, not only will you look forward to your exercise routine you will start to enjoy it.
Why is "Motivation to Move!" so effective?
By creating direct access to the most powerful part of the mind, the subconscious, you can teach your subconscious mind to automatically act in the ways that best suit your goals, rather than relying on poor habits that you've built up over the years.
When you align what you consciously desire with your subconscious motivations...your possibilities are endless!
Can everyone be hypnotized?
Yes.Have you ever been driving a familiar route home and suddenly arrived at your destination without remembering the last few minutes of the drive?This is one example of our subconscious mind taking over the routine details of life. Our subconscious mind handles most of our day to day activities.That is the subconscious mind's job - to handle the details of life, while our conscious mind handles the more important needs.
Most clients are amazed at how quickly they accomplish their desired results.Unlike traditional therapies, Hypnotherapy is able to help you reach your goals without going through years of self-exploration.
When You Are Ready!
Reach your goals faster than ever!You can and will make permanent, positive changes in your personal and professional life.Beverly Hills Hypnosis offers an effective, relaxing, drug-free choice for change. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

Some what helpful
I got this for both myself and my spouse. While I found it somewhat helpful my spouse said the voice was not soothing enough to work on them. My spouse has been under before so it maybe that I had no expectations or past experience to draw from. I found that I did sleep better and while I usually don't have a problem exercising anyway, I would say it helped to listen to it to prepare for the next day's routine.

Traditional
If there is a traditional hypnosis, I was very relaxed I think I fell a sleep. In order for it to work you have to listen everyday, which I have not,but i feel that if i did listen it would work.
The Procrastenator

In the beginning I was very skeptical . . .
Surfing, viewing and clicking away at new products on Amazon one day, I'm not quite sure what led me to the 'Motivation to Move! Hypnosis Exercise Motivation' CD, but I will say this . . . I'm totally and completely glad I did and I'm sold on this product!No kidding!

I've listened to many a subliminal/hypnosis tape/CD's in my day and for the most part they all turned out to be full of more 'new age-ish' type music than anything else.Perhaps the 'subliminal message' was indeed there but it never seemed to sink in for me . . . that is until I purchased Trevor Scot's 'Motivation to Move! Hypnosis Exercise Motivation' CD.

I'm starting my third week today and it is absolutely amazing how my mindset has totally and completely changed regarding exercising!It wasn't a fact of 'not' wanting to exercise, it was a lack of motivation to initially start and more importantly stick with it once I started.However, it appears I honestly have not experienced that problem once since I started to listen to the 'Motivation to Move! Hypnosis Exercise Motivation' CD.

By the end of the first week of listening to the CD every night before I went to bed and following Trevor's instructions to the 'T', the following week I found myself rising on queue at 5am every morning.No forcing myself to get up, no grumbling when I did or convincing myself I could sneak in another hour of sleep, I truly wanted to get up and exercise!

Each day afterward was as if on queue I'd wakeup at 5am, jump out of bed and literally jump on the exercise equipment in my home and put in a good one to two hour workout before heading out the door to work later that morning.

It has been an amazing two-weeks so far and although Mr. Scot suggests that you listen to this CD for 21 days straight, preferably before you go to bed at night and as needed afterward, I plan to continually listen to the CD every night well past the 21 day suggestion because not only does it help me sleep better, but in the morning I'm raring to go and exercise and that's the exact results I was looking for when I purchased this CD.

In my opinion, for those who are honestly open-minded, accept and realize the truth that `no quick weight loss' diet is ever going to do the trick and sincerely are looking for something that will truly work and get you once and for all off the dreaded yo-yo rollercoaster diet dilemma and on to the only true proven weight loss method that actually works, i.e., exercising, the 'Motivation to Move! Hypnosis Exercise Motivation' CD would be a perfect place to start.I highly recommend following the instructions precisely and I honestly believe you'll experience the same results I am currently experiencing.By this CD and see for yourself!

ummm okay for home-made cd
First, this is sold by Amazon NOT by a private reseller so I take issue with the handmade product.NO plastic seal on the case.The insert and label on the cd were printed with an injet printer... you can tell when the ink smears if slightly dampened.This is to be expected if I make my own cd but NOT from Amazon.Sad.
Content:Less than stellar. I loathe the repeated countdown ending with a snap of the fingers.I HATE THAT! Not relaxing.The speaker's voice is masculine with a slight affect like Sean Connery.Distracting.
NOT worth the extraordinarily high price.
Suggestion:Try Glenn Harrold's cd's instead.

Wonderful relaxing
This CD will make you wanna move - it made me wanna SLEEP :)
Very soothing and relaxing, man I sleept well but also felt very energized next day and "ready to move" ... Read more

Book Description
Inspired by the great hypnotic language product known as "Zebu cards," now out of print, this set of Ericksonian language cards is an invaluable tool for those wishing to learn the verbal magic of Milton H. Erickson, MD. Each set of cards consists of 54 casino quality game cards with the language patterns that you can use with your clients.It also include written explanations on how to use these phrases and gives examples of them, and explains why these work the way they do.You also get tips on how to embed commands and instructions for hypnotic slapjack, a card game adapted to include the language patterns you learn. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Oustanding!
Milton Ericksonian was a virtual god when it came to Hypnotherapy and these are many of his tried and true techniques. These are the same founding techniques that form the basis for Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), along with Virginia Satir and Fritz Perls. His techniques are used in NLP again and again.
Take it from a C.HT and NLP practitioner that these cards are worth every penny you spend and are useful all around whether you are into NLP, Hypnosis, or not. ... Read more