What is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is often a topic of discussion among people. What does it do? Where does it come from? Is it effective, and why? An individual in hypnosis is simply in a relaxed, focused state of mind. This is similar to our state of mind when we daydream or are just about to fall asleep. When we are in this state of mind, a door between the highly evolved neocortex and the limbic system can be opened. The neocortex is the part of the brain responsible for making us human. It is here that we reason and make decisions. ​

The memory of emotions is stored in the limbic brain. Our decision-making process is heavily influenced by emotion, according to many neuroscientists. When any stimulus enters the brain, the brain tries to understand it based on previous experiences; throughout our lives, events and emotions imprint on the brain, a pattern that makes it hard for the logical part of our brain to get rid of it this pattern. Every time we face a similar situation, this shortcut is activated.

The memory of emotions is stored in the limbic brain. Our decision-making process is heavily influenced by emotion, according to many neuroscientists. When any stimulus enters the brain, the brain tries to understand it based on previous experiences; throughout our lives, events and emotions imprint on the brain, a pattern that makes it hard for the logical part of our brain to get rid of it this pattern. Every time we face a similar situation, this shortcut is activated.

For example, your brain might hold pathways that make you fear snakes if you have a traumatic incident with one. During hypnosis, the limbic brain is activated, where we store and process emotional memories, often revealing long-forgotten memories. With this activation, the conscious part of our present brain can temporarily override previously ingrained habits, allowing you to see past experiences and practices with a fresh eye.

Snakes, for example, will no longer be scary once these new connections are created and memories reevaluated. Now take a deep breath. Result-driven hypnosis guides you to the limbic brain, where you can target any issue that hinders you from living your life fully, such as low self-esteem, stress, fears, or insomnia. It is also possible to boost your mind so that you can think and feel better.