The public has many confusing and misleading perceptions of hypnotherapy, and I have worked, for the last 42 years on the Island, to help correct some of these. Hypnosis is not sleep; you can’t be controlled in it and you are not surrendering your will! It is a self-induced state of heightened suggestibility and relaxation, often gained with the help of another.… Read the rest “An introduction to hypnotherapy with Den Clare”
Exams! Tests! Difficulties studying! What gets in the way? Firstly lack of preparation. Create a studying schedule, set aside a regular time, stay cool and relaxed as it will help the retention of information. Have no distractions and give studying your total attention with small breaks every twenty minutes or so. Think of what you are aiming to achieve and focus on the moment.… Read the rest “Exam Nerves Banish them!”
In the ancient wisdom of the Tao Te Ching, there lies a profound truth that resonates across time: “A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step.” This timeless saying captures the essence of personal growth and transformation, encapsulating the idea that every significant undertaking, no matter how daunting, begins with a simple, yet courageous, initial action.… Read the rest “A journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step”
Such joyous occasions for all concerned, filled with love, laughter and the formation of happy memories. Such a shame that anxiety can take hold and cause distress. Concerns about personal weight and appearance, worrying about speeches, overall planning, each of these may cast a shadow over the great day. Preparation, practice and mutual support can lead to greater confidence.… Read the rest “Wedding day anxieties”
In the fast-paced world we live in, stress has become an all too familiar companion, impacting various aspects of our lives. Among the most significant areas affected by stress is motivation, which can, in turn, hinder our productivity, enjoyment of leisure activities, and even strain our relationships. Fortunately, there is a powerful tool that can help alleviate stress and reignite motivation: hypnotherapy.… Read the rest “Motivation and effect of Stress”
Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy – C.B.H. What is it?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (C.B.T.) has been around for many moons and with the addition of Hypnotherapy, becomes C.B.H. an even more effective methology.
The history of each application is readily available, so I will stay with the every day, current discussion of their uses. Considering the efficacy of the combination, we can consider their effectiveness.… Read the rest “Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy C.B.H.”
What do they all have in common?
Let me enlighten you. Think of the little new born baby, being cuddled, starting to feed, feeling happy. Contentment, warm and cosy and after a while, satisfied! So, what’s going on here.
The mind is divided into two parts, the conscious every day communicating mind and the subconscious, that amazing computer which stores everything that we experience as we grow.… Read the rest “Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Cease Nail Biting”
The article “Den Clare: man of spirit” appeared in Island Life magazine in 2015, and is an overview of Den’s remarkable life and work.
“Writing a CV for Den Clare would pose an interesting challenge: he’s been a banker, a policeman, a bookkeeper and a shop owner. He’s fascinated by spiritual matters and the power of the mind, and is well-known and highly regarded as a hypnotherapist.”… Read the rest “Den Clare: man of spirit”
The Isle of Wight County Press reports on Dens’ forty years as a hypnotherapist.
THE Isle of Wight’s Den Clare has celebrated his 40th year as a practising hypnotherapist on the Island.
Now semi-retired, Den says Covid-19 has made us all review our lives and make necessary adjustments to our living styles.… Read the rest “Isle of Wight hypnotherapist Den Clare celebrates 40th year”
What’s your self-image? Are you too fat, too tall, too short, not clever enough? Or just perfect? All babies are born full of confidence with only two fears, that of falling and a fear of loud noises. They are an open book ready to be written. so who began to write your book? Mum and Dad, the church, friends or teachers? … Read the rest “Do I have to be like this?”