If you want to stop smoking, or have tried and failed in the past, you may believe that the only barrier is the physical discomfort of nicotine withdrawal. In fact, the hand-to-mouth action involved in smoking is one of the most deeply ingrained aspects of the habit. Beyond nicotine addiction, which is relatively short-lived, this repetitive motion becomes an automatic ritual as a self-soothing, almost unconscious routine. Breaking this compulsion is key to lasting success in smoking cessation. Hypnosis in Brighton to stop smoking is available at The Conway Practice, or during remote sessions with Jonathan Conway.*
Therapeutic intervention with hypnosis works by guiding the mind into a relaxed, highly suggestible state.* The subconscious mind is where associations are stored, and during hypnotherapy this becomes more receptive to positive and remedial change.* Jonathan will help you to reframe the association between hand movements and smoking, reducing the urge to continuously perform the ritual.*
Under hypnosis, suggestions can be given to associate the hand-to-mouth motion with neutral or unpleasant sensations, or to replace the action with healthier alternatives by introducing new coping methods and distraction techniques.* Positive visualisation will enable you to imagine how you will feel as a non-smoker with improved well-being and lifestyle.* Over time, the act of reaching for a cigarette begins to feel out of place, and the brain starts building new, healthier habits to manage stress and anxiety, which are commonly related to the smoking habit.*
Hypnotherapy to break your smoking habit will help you to regain conscious control over negative behaviours that once felt automatic.* With personal commitment and professional therapeutic support, it will become possible to break free not just from nicotine dependence, but also from the deep-seated rituals that have sustained your smoking habit.*
Jonathan Conway has more than 30 years of experience as a highly qualified Hypnotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner and NLP Coach. For an appointment call Jonathan today on 07956 855 027 or alternatively use the Contact Form
