Why Jewish Hypnosis?

First off, let me state that my practice is open to people of all faiths. Although I choose to work only with female clientele for reasons pertaining to modesty, I am accepting of all religions and I firmly believe that even those who are agnostic or atheistic can benefit from my approach. The reason that I chose this name for my website is twofold. First and foremost, I myself am an observant Jew and therefore my approach to each session is through the lens of the ancient wisdom of Judaism. I am a deeply spiritual individual and I believe that G-d grants me the insight and ability to help others. Although I will refrain from using words pertaining to G-d if it makes an individual uncomfortable I believe that they should know, essentially, where I am coming from.

Another of the reasons that I chose “Jewish Hypnosis” as the name for my website is because I believe that many of the concepts inherent to hypnosis have long been practiced by the sages throughout the generations. For example, the practice of repeating inspirational phrases over and over again, especially before bedtime. Before we go to sleep at night and just upon awakening in the morning, our subconscious minds are especially open to suggestion. These mild states of naturally occurring hypnosis are called the hypnopompic and hypnogogic states. By repeating certain key phrases over and over, the sages were utilizing these windows of opportunity to deeply ingrain tenents of faith within themselves.

A typical phrase that might be repeated is ” Ein od milvado” or “There is none but Him” meaning that everything that exists does so only by the will of G-d. Internalizing this message helps many people to cope with the vagaries of everyday life. In other words, G-d is good and He loves me. Therefore He desires only that which is good for me. If this situation/crises which is occurring stems from G-d, then it too must be essentially good. Therefore, even if I do not understand at this time how or why this situation is for my higher good, I accept and trust that G-d is orchestrating things for my own personal growth.

Oftentimes, I find that simple acceptance of a given situation can lead to internal peace and resolution.

Another phrase which resonates well for me personally is; ” Yesh li kol” or “Everything that I need, I have.” In our consumerism driven society that constantly urges us to aquire more, this phrase acts as a gentle reminder that we are whole without that new car, gadget or clothing. We have all the tools that we need right now to become the best people that we can be-and that, after all, is exactly what hypnosis is all about!