Overcoming anxiety or nervousness can be a complex task in the midst of the turmoil of everyday life. This feeling generally leads to physical and emotional discomfort that paralyses sufferers.

To combat stress effectively, it is essential to work on self-control and on the triggers of these negative thoughts. That's why therapeutic hypnosis is attracting more and more people every day. Take a closer look at this little-known practice with Dr Jean Schmitt from Hypnose Clinique.

The long-term consequences of stress

The effects of stress can be extremely harmful to the human body. When these anxiety-provoking situations become a permanent part of everyday life, the body goes into "defence" mode and releases adrenaline and cortisol (a hormone which is harmful to many organs) on a continuous basis.

In the long term, this unhealthy stress can lead to cardiovascular disease, skin problems, digestive problems or stomach aches, sleep disorders (insomnia, etc.), damage to the immune system and even memory loss. A real catastrophe for your health.

So it's important to take care of yourself by learning to de-stress and breathe properly through breathing exercises (abdominal breathing). This is where hypnosis sessions come in.

Hypnosis to overcome chronic stress

Using hypnosis to relieve stress may seem strange to anyone new to the subject. However, this therapy provides a long-term feeling of well-being and offers patients essential tools for relieving their anxiety on a daily basis.

How does a hypnosis session work?

The session generally begins with the patient feeling comfortable and confident. The therapist offers to make the patient comfortable and establishes initial contact.

The specialist then invites the patient to relax and get into a state of hypnosis. Using a soothing voice, the specialist can then guide the patient into the heart of his or her subconscious in order to identify the cause of the stress.

During this hypnotic trance, the practitioner takes care to lead the subconscious mind towards the visualisation of available solutions to the stress factors.

Finally, when something clicks and the patient develops positive thoughts about his or her anxieties, the session ends.

Of course, although hypnosis is highly effective against chronic stress, it is not miraculous. It may take several sessions to pinpoint the cause of the problem and get things moving.

The benefits of hypnosis in the fight against stress

The benefits of hypnosis are numerous, and in many cases outweigh those of drug treatments designed to reduce stress.

The most important thing, however, is that hypnosis delves deep into the subconscious, identifying the original causes of anxiety and thus eliminating the problem once and for all. In any stressful situation, the brain knows how to react to soothe the body and avoid a panic attack.

Are you ready to let go and improve your stress management with the help of alternative therapies? Hypnosis can help you to think positively and avoid another panic attack, without risk and with personal fulfilment at stake. In short, brief therapies for a zen and healthier life.