According to the American Psychological Association, women of all ages appear to be experiencing much higher levels of stress than men these days. Women are pursuing their education and careers, raising a family, juggling schedules while managing child-care and elder care. Some women struggle with financial issues and experience inequalities in their work place. They have to balance their work and family life and try to find time to take care of themselves while still fulfilling their role as a mother, wife and daughter.

 

When you're really stressed, you may experience tension headaches, pain, fatigue, insomnia, inability to focus, brain fog, irritability, and upset stomach. Research studies show how chronic long-term stress can lead to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, anxiety, depression, accelerated aging and premature death. To stay healthy and well, it is important that women make relaxation a part of their routine and learn new ways of managing stressful situations.

 

Hypnosis can help you do this in two ways. One way hypnosis can be used is to help you relax deeply. This elicits the relaxation response which brings the body and stress hormones back to balance. When done on a regular basis, this helps counteract the negative impact of chronic stress. The second way hypnosis can be used is to access the unconscious mind. Through the use of positive suggestions, hypnosis helps reprogram unhelpful beliefs, attitudes and behaviors that help relieve the amount of stress you feel when you encounter challenging situations. Most importantly, hypnosis can help you feel more content and at ease in your daily life.

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