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How Does Hypnosis Work?

How Does Hypnosis Work? 0

Think hypnosis is mind control or stage show silliness? Think again. Hypnosis is a natural state of focused relaxation that can help you access your subconscious, shift old patterns, and support lasting change. This post breaks down how hypnosis really works, what it feels like, and the powerful ways it can support your mental health and wellbeing.

The Chinese Farmer Parable: Maybe It’s Good, Maybe It’s Bad

The Chinese Farmer Parable: Maybe It’s Good, Maybe It’s Bad 0

Here is my version of the Chinese Farmer fable or parable that can help you to pull out of awfulizing about your life.

A farmer who was feeling down and out because his farm was not doing well went to the local guru to complain about his plight and seek advice. The guru’s response to his story: “Maybe it’s good. Maybe it’s bad.”

The farmer found the guru’s surprising “advice” disappointing and confusing.

He tossed and turned that night, unable to sleep for worry about his situation. His head spun imagining his family’s awful future.

When the farmer woke in the morning, . . .