Calm Waters Hypnotherapy

06/02/2026

Limiting beliefs are created by us.
We place them on ourselves even when they’re not true, even when they’re outdated, we still run them like default settings in the brain.

They’re formed from past experiences, things we’ve been told, moments we misinterpreted, or conclusions we made to protect ourselves at the time.

For example;
⛔“I’m not good enough.”
(Usually learned early, reinforced by comparison.)
⛔“I always mess things up.”
(One mistake becomes a pattern.)
⛔“I can’t change, this is just who I am.”
(Comfortable, familiar, and completely false.)
⛔“I’m not smart/confident/talented enough.”
(One label turns into a lifelong identity.)

Just because a belief feels familiar doesn’t mean it’s factual. And just because it once made sense doesn’t mean it still applies. A lot of us are living on old mental software that needs updating.

If you would like to update your brain software, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Steph 😊✨

04/02/2026

The fear of failure can often prevent us from starting. But just imagine…
✨ If it did work out
✨ If you overcame the obstacles
✨ If you did succeed

If that fear wasn’t there, if it didn’t exist, what would you set out to achieve?

Fear has a way of keeping our focus on what could go wrong, rather than what could go right. It can help to start by visualising success instead of failure. Writing down your goals as if they’re already happening. Breaking them into small, manageable steps that feel less overwhelming. Even gently questioning the fear itself and asking whether it’s helping you, or holding you back.

If you need help shifting your mindset in order to move forward more positively, I would love to hear from you 💫

Keep smiling
Steph 😊✨

Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.

02/02/2026

What if I told you that what we focus on really does shape our reality ✨

Our brains are naturally geared towards a negative bias. It’s how we’re wired. We’re far more likely to notice what’s going wrong, what we don’t want, or what feels difficult. And for many of us, shifting that focus is something we actually have to learn.

When our attention stays on what isn’t working, the mind simply highlights more of it. Not because life is against us, but because that’s where our awareness is going.

When we begin to focus more on how we want things to go, what we do want, and the steps that will move us in that direction, something changes. Even small steps matter. They create momentum and open up possibility.

This isn’t about ignoring challenges or pretending everything is perfect. It’s about choosing where your energy goes and gently guiding your mind towards your preferred future.

Focusing on possibility can be a complete game changer. Give it a go, you have nothing to lose 💫

Keep smiling
Steph 😊

Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in BS30, BS16 & Online

31/01/2026

Does the fear of making mistakes hold you back?

Often, the fear isn’t about the mistake itself, but what we think it might mean. Being judged. Getting it wrong. Failing.

But mistakes aren’t failures. They’re information. They show us what works, what doesn’t, and where we can grow.

When we begin to reframe mistakes as opportunities to learn, adjust, and improve, something shifts, confidence can grow and that fear starts to melt away.

You don’t need to get it right.
You just need to be willing to try. 😊✨

I hope you found that helpful

Steph ✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based in BS16 & Online

28/01/2026

💫 If you would like some extra help or support, I would love to hear from you.

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based in BS16, BS30 & Online.

26/01/2026

Procrastination is usually avoidance of discomfort.
Of the feelings that come up when we start something we’d rather not face.

We put things off not because we can’t do them, but because beginning can feel uncomfortable. And our minds are very good at steering us away from discomfort, even if it costs us our peace later on.

The problem is, the discomfort rarely disappears. It just sits in the background, creating tension and self criticism.

Here are A few gentle ways to move through procrastination:

• Notice what you’re avoiding emotionally
Is it fear of getting it wrong. Fear of overwhelm. Fear of judgement.
Once you’ve identified what’s holding you back, you can meet it with reassurance and start supporting yourself through it.

• Make the task smaller than your mind wants it to be
You don’t have to finish it. You just have to begin. Ask yourself - 'What's the first small step?'

• Schedule some time to make a start.
Ten minutes is often enough to break the resistance.

• Let go of doing it perfectly
Progress matters more than perfection.

• Remind yourself how relief feels after starting
Action usually brings calm and a sense of achievement, rather than stress.

Procrastination is a signal. And when you respond with awareness rather than pressure, movement becomes much easier.

I hope you found this helpful today. For regular advice, tips and general positivity, please like and follow my page. 👍🏼

Keep Smiling,
Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in BS16, BS30 & Online

23/01/2026

Do you struggle with a negative mindset? 🤔
Would you like to become more positive? Free of anxiety or stress?

I work with people just like you.
I can teach you how to use your mind in a more positive and productive way, helping you to unlock your true potential and self worth, so you can move forward with a healthier and happier mindset 🧠

Solution Focused Therapy is an extremely positive and relaxing way to make lasting change in your life.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to book your initial consultation, I would genuinely love to help you.

Keep smiling,
Steph 😊
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in BS16, BS30 & Online

21/01/2026

🖐5️ gentle ways to stop people pleasing

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when you really want to say no?
Or worrying about how others might feel if you don't meet their expectations?

You’re not alone. People pleasing is something many of us fall into without even realising. So here's my 5 top tips to help you set healthy boundaries.

✨Pause before you respond
You don't have to respond straight away, giving yourself time creates choice.

✨Notice how your body feels
Tightness, heaviness, or discomfort are often signs you’re crossing your own boundaries.

✨Practice saying no kindly
No doesn’t have to be harsh. A calm, respectful no is enough. Here's a couple of examples; 'I just don't have the capacity for that at the moment' or 'I can't facilitate it this month, but I may have more time next month'

✨Let go of over explaining
You don't have to justify you decisions, your needs are valid as they are.

✨Remember your worth isn’t tied to the expectations of others. You are enough without pleasing, fixing, or accommodating everyone around you.

Choosing yourself isn’t selfish. It’s how you protect your energy and inner peace. 🌱

I hope you found this helpful.

Steph 😊✨🙏
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in BS16, BS30 & Online

19/01/2026

16/01/2026

We will all come across people in life who are unkind. People who seem difficult or challenging to be around. And navigating those situations without feeling frustrated or angry isn’t always easy.

Most of us learn, often through experience, that when we let anger take the lead, we usually end up wishing we’d responded differently.

Speaking from personal experience, this is something I’m still learning too. Often, when someone is unkind or difficult, it’s a reflection of what they’re carrying themselves. Their own struggles. Their own challenges. That doesn’t make the behaviour okay, but it can help us understand that it isn’t actually about us.

When we’re able to stay grounded and respond with a level head, we protect our own inner peace. We don’t absorb what isn’t ours to carry. And we allow responsibility for their behaviour to stay where it belongs.

We can’t control how others act or think. But we can choose how we respond and how much we allow it to affect us. It isn’t always easy, but with awareness and practice, things begin to soften.

Calm grows from the inside and peace is something we can learn to protect.

I really hope you found this helpful today.🙏

Keep smiling
Steph 😊

14/01/2026

Sometimes it can feel like there’s still so much to do to get where we want to be. Or we look around and feel as though we’re somehow behind everyone else. That alone can feel overwhelming.

In those moments, it can be really helpful to pause and look back. To notice everything you’ve already navigated. The challenges you’ve faced. The strength and resilience it’s taken to get you here.

We often forget how much we’ve already achieved, how many quiet milestones we’ve reached along the way. When we acknowledge this, something shifts. We move forward with more confidence, grounded in the knowledge that we already carry what we need within us.

It’s natural to have goals and things we’re working towards. But it’s the journey that shapes us. That’s where the growth happens.

Be kind to yourself.
You’re doing better than you think.

Steph 😊

12/01/2026

If the start of this year has left you feeling reflective, unsettled, or ready for something different, you’re not alone.

Hi I'm Steph, I'm the face behind Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.👋🏼
Choosing therapy is an investment in yourself and in your future. It isn’t about being broken or needing fixing. It’s about understanding yourself better and creating space for positive lasting change.

Lots of my clients are so surprised to hear that their goals can usually be achieved in a very short space of time. By using a modern blend of proven therapies and positive approach, we work together to calm the nervous system, process anything holding you back and gently reshape unhelpful patterns and beliefs.

If this year feels like the moment to invest in yourself, to prioritise your wellbeing, and to start feeling more confident and in control, I will be happy to support you whenever you’re ready.

For regular, advice, tips and general positivity, please like or follow my page.

Keep smiling,

Steph 😊🙏
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in BS16, BS30 & Online