All of us at one time has experienced an inner critic - the nagging voice that tells you that you should have done better in that presentation, berates you for being 'stupid' when you make a mistake, or sows the seed of doubt when starting something new. The 'critic' can be motivating, such as when you set out deliberately to prove yourself wrong, but all too often the self doubt is too strong and it can make people avoid certain situations, develop anxiety in others and can

Every hypnotherapist loves the question "Do you have a swinging watch?" because it provides an opportunity to give some more insight into our profession. I was asked this very thing by a friend over the weekend and as it happens, thanks to a free gift from a recent course, I was amused to be able to say that I do! Do I use it? Of course not. Thankfully times have moved on and I can also pack away my black top hat and cloak... So what is hypnosis and how does it work? Hypnosis

Many of us have experienced stress in our lives, whether it be going in to an important exam, waiting for someone important to call you back, or the first day at a new job. Sometimes small concerns and worries can spiral and quickly consume our waking thoughts. Over 2 million Australians suffer with anxiety and this can manifest in many ways, including headaches, neck and back pain, insomnia, IBS and panic attacks. Here are a few simple steps to help you regain a sense of con