Stanton Hypnotherapy

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

26/08/2025

Pause moment : Micro Gratitude.

Name one thing you’re thankful for — even something small!

25/08/2025

Psychology Facts That’ll Make You Question Reality!

• Your brain can convince you to see things that aren’t there — even when you know better. Reality is a suggestion, and your mind is the ultimate trickster.

• Ever felt someone’s eyes on you in an empty room? Your brain is wired to detect faces everywhere — even in shadows and patterns. It’s paranoia, but with a survival edge.

• The more you try NOT to think about something, the louder it screams in your mind. That’s your brain’s ironic way of proving it can’t be controlled.

• Your memories aren’t locked in stone — they’re more like a game of telephone. Each time you recall, you rewrite the past without even realizing it.

• Your subconscious mind knows your deepest fears before you do. Sometimes, your nightmares are just your brain’s way of giving you a dark warning.

• Humans are wired to follow authority — even if it means hurting others. Your sense of morality is shockingly flexible when someone in a lab coat tells you to obey.

• Your brain has a “default mode” where it daydreams about your worst fears and desires. It’s like a movie director stuck on the darkest scenes of your life’s film.

• You can be tricked into believing false memories with just a few suggestions. Your mind is an unreliable narrator, spinning stories that never happened.

• Your brain sometimes shuts off awareness of pain to protect you — but the real danger lurks unseen. It’s like your own body’s little betrayal, hiding threats beneath the surface.

Image credit: Karollyne Videira Hubert

23/08/2025

Saturday Mind Trick

“Bit of a brain hack for your Saturday: try this mental shift...”

Instead of saying “I have to...”,
try saying "I have the chance to" ...or even "I get to"

ie.
“I have to clean the house” = “I have the chance to create a peaceful space”
“I have to cook” = “I get to nourish myself”
“I have to go for a walk” “I have a chance to move my body and get healthy”

This tiny tweak flips your brain from resistance to appreciation — and your subconscious loves that.
Try it today and see how your mood shifts.

🌞 Happy Saturday

Picture credit: Estudio Bloom

22/08/2025

I do this work because I genuinely care 💛
Helping others transform their lives isn't just a job — it's my passion and purpose.

That’s why I’ve created affordable therapy packages to make trusted, professional support more accessible to everyone.
Whether you’re interested in:
• Hypnotherapy
• Counselling
• Transformational Life Coaching
• BWRT
• NLP
• Or a personalised blend tailored just for you...

I offer 4, 6, and 8-week packages, available both in person and online, with savings of up to £170!
A few examples:
🔹 4-week online package: just £150 — that’s only £36.25 per session
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On a low income or receiving benefits?
You may be eligible for additional concessions — because your healing matters, regardless of your financial circumstances.

🔗 Click below and scroll to the bottom of the page to explore all savings options:

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📞 Want to chat?
DM me to book your free telephone consultation or to find the package that’s right for you. I’d love to support you on your journey.

21/08/2025

Struggling with Anxiety, Depression or Stress? You're Not Alone.

It's more common than ever. In 2023, over 1 in 4 adults in the UK reported symptoms of depression or anxiety—that’s around 14 million people. And the numbers are still rising.
As a psychotherapist, and someone who has personally experienced depression in the past - I’ve seen how often these struggles are rooted in how we think. Our minds tend to dwell on the past or worry about the future. Rarely are we fully present in the now.
Try this:
When you’re feeling anxious or low, notice where your thoughts are. Chances are, they’re not in the present moment.
That’s where mindfulness can help.

When we become aware of our thoughts - just observe them without judgement - we start to take back control. We stop being ruled by our minds and start becoming the observer. Even a moment of stillness can shift our perspective.

Your mind is a powerful tool. But it’s meant to serve you - not run the show.

Image credit: Laura Chouette

20/08/2025

Pause Moment:

“Your past shaped you. It doesn’t have to define you.”

You can carry the wisdom and leave the weight. You’re allowed to rewrite the story.

19/08/2025

Some carry pain and throw it—others carry kindness and share it.

In a world where you can be anything, be kind. 🌸

18/08/2025

What Do We Really Need to Thrive as Humans?

You’ve probably heard of “basic human needs,” but what does that truly mean?
Psychologist Abraham Maslow explored this deeply and identified nine essential needs - not just for survival, but for a life that feels whole and meaningful:

• Basic Needs – Food, water, rest
• Safety – Health, security, stability
• Love & Belonging – Real connection and community
• Esteem – Confidence, respect, feeling valued
• Self-Actualization – Becoming your truest self
• Cognitive – Curiosity, learning, growth
• Aesthetic – Beauty, balance, appreciation of life
• Self-Transcendence – A sense of purpose beyond self
• Peak Experiences – Moments of awe, joy, deep insight

In my practice, I stand by this ethos. I don’t just support symptom relief - I help clients explore and nurture these deeper needs. Because when we understand what we truly need, real change begins.

Which of these needs is calling for your attention right now?

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What Do We Really Need to Thrive as Humans? You’ve probably heard of “basic human needs,” but what does that truly mean? Psychologist Abraham Maslow explored this deeply and identified nine essential needs - not just for survival, but for a life that feels whole and meaningful: • Basic Needs...

16/08/2025

Happy I could help 🙏