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Seaside Hypnotherapy by Jonathan Conway

New Year’s resolutions to stop smoking are often made with good intentions but frequently fail due to a combination of different factors. Hypnotherapy in Brighton to quit smoking at The Conway Practice will enable you to recognise and resolve these challenges, while also understanding why breaking this habit can be so difficult.*

Nicotine Dependence
Nicotine addiction is one of the most potent dependencies, and its withdrawal symptoms, such as irritability, anxiety, cravings, and difficulty concentrating, can make quitting extremely tough. However, the physical discomfort is relatively short-lived compared with the emotional reliance on smoking which may have developed with a long-term smoking habit. This is where hypnosis can help in the early days with distraction techniques, and positive visualisation.*

Unrealistic Expectations
Many resolutions are made impulsively, without a detailed plan or understanding of the quitting process. It’s common for smokers to underestimate how ingrained smoking is in their daily routine and fail to prepare for triggers, such as stress, social settings, or certain environments. Hypnotherapy with Jonathan Conway will enable you to create a strategy to manage these moments, avoiding the temptation to smoke which can quickly derail progress.*

Emotional Challenges
Smoking is often related to stress relief, relaxation, or daily rituals. These non-conscious associations make cigarettes more than just a physical addiction as they become emotional crutches. Attempting to quit smoking without addressing these underlying habits can make you vulnerable to relapse. During therapeutic intervention with hypnosis, new coping methods can be introduced, together with calming techniques to reduce the stress response.*

Social and Environmental Influences
Smoking is frequently reinforced by social environments, such as friends or colleagues who smoke. Seeing others smoke can trigger cravings, and make abstinence feel isolating. Additionally, social cues, such as the smell of cigarettes or other visual reminders, can subconsciously prompt the urge to smoke, particularly in the early days of quitting. Stop smoking support with hypnotherapy in Brighton re-programmes negative thoughts and beliefs stored in the subconscious mind to break these associations, and replace them with healthier behaviours.* Through guided relaxation and positive suggestions, Jonathan will help you to resist peer pressure, reduce anxiety in social settings, and build self-confidence without relying on smoking.*

Jonathan Conway has almost 30 years of experience as a fully qualified Hypnotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner, and NLP Coach. Therapeutic sessions can be held at The Conway Practice in Brighton, or remotely by Zoom or telephone.  To make an appointment call today on 07956 855 027 or alternatively use the Contact Form.