No More Dieting!!!

Hypnosis for Weight Loss: Does It Work?

Yes, research demonstrates a significant effect when using hypnosis for weight loss.

In a 9-week study of two weight management groups (one using hypnosis and one not using hypnosis), the hypnosis group continued to get results in the two-year follow-up, while the non-hypnosis group showed no further results (Journal of Clinical Psychology, 1985).

In a study of 60 women separated into hypnosis versus non-hypnosis groups, the groups using hypnosis lost an average of 17 pounds, while the non-hypnosis group lost an average of only .5 pounds (Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1986).

In a meta-analysis, comparing the results of adding hypnosis to weight loss treatment across multiple studies showed that adding hypnosis increased weight loss by an average of 97% during treatment, and even more importantly increased the effectiveness POST TREATMENT by over 146%. This shows that hypnosis works even better over time (Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1996).

I have a copyright for what I refer to as the "Golden Halo" non-surgical lap band.  I take weight loss through hypnosis to another level that I have found to be successful.  I don't use the word diet because I feel the diet industry is a multi-million dollar rip off that starves you until you reach your goal...then you put all your weight back on and more.  I work with "you" to find out what from your past has you eating the way you currently eat.  It's only after that, can you change your behavior to eat healthy and not "crave" unhealthy foods.  You don't have to eliminate any foods you love... you just won't "crave" them.  It's all about loving yourself.

Here are some of the studies:

Cochrane, Gordon; Friesen, J. (1986). Hypnotherapy in weight loss treatment. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 54, 489-492.

Kirsch, Irving (1996). Hypnotic enhancement of cognitive-behavioral weight loss treatments--Another meta-reanalysis. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 64 (3), 517-519.

Allison, David B.; Faith, Myles S. Hypnosis as an adjunct to cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy for obesity: A meta-analytic reappraisal. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. 1996 Jun Vol 64(3) 513-516

Stradling J, Roberts D, Wilson A, Lovelock F. Controlled trial of hypnotherapy for weight loss in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea. International Journal of Obesity Related Metababolic Disorders. 1998 Mar;22(3):278-81.

It's "Okay" to Feel "Sexy" After 40

Summer is here.  At least that is what the calendar says ; )  I recently went through my wardrobe trying to figure out what I had saved from "last" summer that I could wear "this" summer.  I was pleasantly surprised to find that most of them were way too big for me.  What I also noticed is that now that I am thinner, I would never pick the color, styles or patterns that I have in the past. I no longer have the desire to be bland and try to blend in so no one notices me.  I don't need 8 pairs of black pants and black blazers to cover me up to hide my "fluffiness; )  I have two black one-piece swimsuits, one with a diamond-like belt (as if that would draw all the attention away from my gut, butt and thighs ; )  No, this year I'm buying a bright color swimsuit to show off my hard work of "loving" myself.  It's "okay" to feel a bit "sexy" even if no one notices.  The point is "I" did when I looked into the mirror this morning and said, "Lisa, I love you.  What "good" can I do for you today?" Feeling good begins today.  There is no excuse to wait for the "when my kids are grown...when I'm not so busy...I'm too old and my thyroids are causing my weight gain...I don't have time to exercise...I'm past my prime....no one cares...I don't want to feel sexy....  My question to you then is "why not?" My weight loss technique is not about dieting or starving yourself.  Its about loving yourself and understanding what got you "fluffy" to begin with...and healing the wounds from your past.  Its about a fresh start...starting today. What "good" have you done for yourself today?

Life is what we make it

Life is what we make it.  Such a simple sentence yet so powerful.  Eight years ago I took my daughter to see a local television show to see  behind the scenes on how a show is produced.  That day the guest was Dr. Bruce Goldberg, a hypnotherapist.  http://www.drbrucegoldberg.com/  He spoke about hypnosis and how it works on our subconscious mind to accept whatever we choose to believe.  It made perfect sense from a logical point of view.  I spoke with Dr. Goldberg after the show and scheduled a session with him to experience what he was talking about.  That day, forever changed my life.  I signed for classes  soon afterwards to learn hypnotherapy to share with others.

Are you happy where your life is right now?    Are you happy with your weight, your job, your relationship, your family, your friends?  Do you look into the mirror  and see a person who is filled with love and happiness?

Louise Hay is a metaphysical lecturer and author who talks about our subconscious mind and how life is "very" simple.  What we give out, we get back.   If you accept a limiting belief, then it will become the truth for you.  If you believe you are too fat, too poor, incapable of forming a lasting relationship, then those beliefs become true for you.

What is "your" belief?