Throughout the ages, there have been numerous parenting techniques utilized. Recently, hypnosis has made that list.
Upon first hearing of parents hypnotizing their children, you may have doubts. This is primarily due to the misunderstanding about what hypnosis really is, which we will discuss a little later.
Parents Are Influencers Anyways
A parent’s job is to influence their children anyways. They are supposed to shape and mold them into adults who will thrive in the world and make positive contributions towards society. Hypnosis simply assists in this all-important task.
With hypnosis, parents are given the tools to help with those demanding situations many feel helpless in. There is nothing worse than seeing your child struggle and feeling as though there is nothing you can do for them.
It’s Mindfulness, Not Mind Control
The main problem naysayers have with hypnosis (also known as NLP) is the misconception it is mind control. Let’s debunk this now. Nobody can be forced to do things they truly do not want to.
In fact, hypnosis is about the opposite of mind control. It teaches and promotes mindfulness or being aware of the power of your conscious and subconscious thoughts in terms of your overall quality of life. It is like the old saying “mind over matter.”
Why It Works
Hypnosis works so well as a parenting method for two reasons. The first is that children naturally trust their parents to do what is best for them. This is why even the most rebellious teenager will turn towards their parents in a time of crisis. Trust ensures optimal results during NLP.
The second reason is that hypnosis works as a thought modifier. Instead of simply telling your child how to fix the issue at hand, you give them the necessary tools to do so themselves. By removing the bad thoughts and replacing them with positive ones, you are setting the child up for a productive life.
Issues It Can Help With
There are many issues which can be remediated through hypnosis. Parents can use the technique to help children with:
- Bed wetting
- Anxiety or nervousness
- Negative thoughts about self-worth or appearance
- Nail biting, hair twirling, and other nervous habits
- Binge eating as a coping mechanism
A Bit of Caution
It is important to note here that hypnosis should never be taken lightly. It is not a game designed to see what you can make a person do or think, but a crucial step in the road to recovery.
If you are unsure if you’re capable of performing hypnosis on your children, you should take them to a licensed professional. Not only can the professional assist in alleviating your child’s issues but can help you learn the art properly yourself.
Hypnosis is a powerful parenting technique that can give mothers or fathers the power to help their children with those difficult areas. It provides peace of mind in that parents need not feel helpless or that events are “out of their control” any longer.
