Stanton Hypnotherapy

11/09/2025

Thursday – “Thought Flip Trick”

Flip this thought today:

“I always mess this up.” to “I’m learning how to handle this.”

Notice how your nervous system responds.

That little flip is how the subconscious rewires.
Simple. Soft. Powerful.

08/09/2025

Mindful Listening: Choose a sound, music, background noise, or conversation. Close your eyes and notice the layers: pitch, rhythm, tone - without judgment.

06/09/2025

Tiny truth: Your mind believes what you tell it most often.

Say this softly to yourself today:

“It’s ok for me to slow down and notice the world around me”

Let your body hear it. Let your breath catch up.
Notice what happens. That’s your subconscious listening.

05/09/2025

Our words programme our mind, so it's wise (and makes sense) to choose them carefully....but how many of us do that!

This is actually one of the first things I talk about with my clients - because once you start to notice how you're speaking (especially to yourself), everything begins to shift.
It’s such a simple change, but the impact is powerful. It's not about pretending everything’s perfect, it's just about becoming more aware of the language we use and how it shapes our mindset and actions.
Think of it like upgrading the software in your mind. When you speak differently, you start to think differently, and that opens up a whole new level of possibility.

Have you ever noticed how certain words make you feel stuck before you’ve even started? Probably not because they are so hardwired it feels normal.

Words like:
"I should exercise more.”
“I shouldn’t feel this way.”
“I want to, but I don’t have time.”
“I can’t do that.”

These might sound harmless… even responsible. But the truth is they’re so limiting! They cue your subconscious to reinforce resistance, guilt, and powerlessness.

I'll give you a breakdown:

Should/Shoudn't = guilt, shame, and pressure. It implies obligation, not choice.

But = instantly negates everything before it. (“I love you, but…”)
Can’t = shuts the door. It assumes there are no options.

Now compare that to if you reworded with intentional, empowering language.

Example:
“I choose to…” instead of “I shouldn't…”
“I could or I will…” instead of “I shouldn’t…”

Instead of “I can’t.”..... "I choose not to".......This then opens up a whole new dialogue in your mind because it shifts the energy from helplessness to possibility. From being at the mercy of your circumstances to taking ownership of your choices. It creates curiosity, growth, and self-compassion instead of judgment or defeat. You’re no longer telling your subconscious “this is a dead end” instead you’re saying, “I’m working it out.”

Language is powerful. The words we speak become the beliefs we live by.
Try being more deliberate with your self-talk, you might be surprised how much shifts just by changing a few small words.

Image credit: Meral Avdanli

04/09/2025

Urge Surfacing - A technique to managing
unwanted habits, cravings etc.

1. Acknowledge you're having an urge or a craving or whatever.

2. Notice your thoughts and feelings without trying to change them or suppress them - This works because non resistance can reduce emotional reactivity.

3. Remind yourself....

● Its ok to have urges/cravings. They're natural reactions to habits and addictions.

● An urge is a feeling not a 'must'. So you can have this feeling and still choose not to act.

● Some discomfort is okay. You don't have to change it.

● An urge is temporary. Like any other feeling, it will pass on its own.

Try delaying & distraction before action. Every minute you delay increases the chance of the urge or craving to weaken on its own.

In a nutshell - is it just me who loves this term of phrase?

Noticing thoughts and feelings without trying to change them:
• Avoids counterproductive suppression
• Builds awareness and mental flexibility
• Helps regulate emotions naturally
• Strengthens brain regions of self-regulation
• Promotes self-compassion and clarity.
Image credit: Hannah Busing

03/09/2025

NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming)

Did you know?

• NLP helps you understand how your mind works and gives you tools to change your thinking, language, and behavior patterns.

• It’s used by top performers, therapists, and coaches to enhance communication, resilience, and performance.

• Techniques like anchoring, reframing, and timeline work can help you let go of limiting beliefs quickly.

• NLP can boost confidence, motivation, and interpersonal skills, making it useful in both personal and professional settings.

• It’s like learning the “user manual” for your mind — giving you more control over your emotions and outcomes.

02/09/2025

Pause Moment:

Moving Forward isn’t about fast. It’s about intention.
Small steps count. Wobbly steps count. As long as you’re facing forward, you’re moving.

01/09/2025

What if the part of you that sabotages your progress… is actually trying to protect you?

Not to hurt you.
Not to keep you small.
But because, once upon a time, staying the same felt safer than change.
The mind remembers.
Even when you’ve forgotten why.

We talk about growth like it’s always forward.
But sometimes, the real movement begins by going inward.
Just a quiet thought for today.

Not everything that holds you back is your enemy.
Some of it just needs to be heard, understood… and gently let go.

Credit Umage: NoName_13 (Pixabay)

30/08/2025

To anyone who needs this:

Pause for a moment. You’ve navigated another week, and that’s something to celebrate.
Take a deep breath, smile at the little things, and give yourself permission to rest.
You don’t have to do everything on the list - just the things that make your heart feel light 💚

It's the weekend. Be kind to yourself. You deserve it.

Image credit: Mushaboom Studio

29/08/2025

🌿 Overthinking & Trauma: Why Your Mind Won’t Slow Down

Shared by Stanton Hypnotherapy. Supporting emotional healing and mental well-being.

Do you find yourself overthinking everything - conversations, decisions, things you didn’t say, or what might happen next?
You’re not alone. And it’s not because you're “too sensitive” or “can’t switch off.”

More often, overthinking is actually a trauma response.
When we’ve been through difficult or overwhelming experiences, our subconscious mind starts working overtime to protect us. It scans for danger, replays past events, and tries to predict every possible outcome - because it once needed to in order to survive.
Over time, this hyper-alert state can become exhausting.
It’s your nervous system saying: “If I can think through every angle, I won’t be hurt again.”
Luckily, You can shift out of this loop.
With the right tools - like hypnotherapy, nervous system regulation, and self-awareness practices - you can begin to calm the mind, feel safer in your body, and reconnect with the present moment.

You don’t have to stay stuck in your head to stay safe. Healing is absolutely possible and you deserve it.

Help is here when you’re ready

Image credit: Adrian Swancar

28/08/2025

27/08/2025

Mood Boosting psychology facts - A balm for the psychology post from Monday!

Forget the mind games (Mondays post) — here are some feel-good facts backed by psychology that’ll lift your mood and maybe even restore your faith in humanity:

Kindness is contagious – Just witnessing an act of kindness can make you more likely to pay it forward.

Music boosts happiness – Listening to your favorite song can instantly release dopamine — your brain’s happy chemical.

Nature heals – Just 10 minutes in nature can lower stress and improve focus.

Hugs are powerful – A 20-second hug can lower blood pressure and reduce cortisol (the stress hormone)

Small goals = big wins – Checking something off your to-do list gives your brain a hit of satisfaction. Start small!

So if today feels a bit "Monday-ish," remember: your mind has plenty of built-in ways to help you feel better.

Photo vredit: Anastasiia Nelen