Becoming More Self-Assured With Hypnosis

I am a hypnotherapist and I work with many clients to overcome fears, build more confidence and become the person they know they can be.

I've spent 40 years learning what makes successful people mentally strong and successful and I've discovered that mental strength is a common denominator. I found that almost anyone can become mentally stronger by utilizing hypnosis to reinforce their desire to be more self-assured. By exercising and focusing on the following core beliefs:

• Focus on Goals

• Show Confidence

• Be Bold

• Have Fortitude

• Be Decisive with your decision-making

• Presenting (showing up with a positive attitude and engaged)

If you say the following phrases to yourself or others on a regular basis, you're mentally stronger than most: 

1. 'I'm enough'

We often believe our differences are an impediment to our success when, in truth, they can help get us there. 

The only comparison you can make that's actually relevant is between who you are today and who you were yesterday. The only question that's truly important is whether or not you're growing. Mentally strong people remind themselves of this to bolster their confidence.

2. 'I have a setback? What are the positive possibilities?'

We tend to focus on what we've lost — like time, money, progress, self-belief or even our job. Help yourself and others focus on the opportunities that arise in adversity, rather than the limitations. Focus on what you still have and what the possibilities are. It's a cornerstone of being mentally strong. 

3. 'Am I letting myself dream big?'

The mentally strongest people have a habit of thinking big. They've given themselves permission to do so, and encourage others to do the same. 

It's not as easy as it sounds. Most of us are overloaded with our daily tasks, priorities and distractions. Who has time to dream big? And we often convince ourselves, "Big things happen to other people, not people like me." 

If you want to develop a strong, toned boldness muscle, you have to let yourself go there. You need to believe you're allowed to dream big, that big things can happen to people like you — and that thinking big and being bold will help forge a better, more accomplished version of you. 

4. 'What's the cost of indecision?'

Decisiveness is a hallmark of the mentally strong. They don't get hung up over what happens if they make the wrong decision, or paralyzed by their fear of making the wrong call. They remind themselves and others to be cognizant of what happens the longer a decision is delayed. 

There’s an old saying I heard many years ago, "It’s not whether you make the right decision, it’s whether you make the decision right." 

5. 'Am I controlling the controllables?'

Mental strength is strongly correlated with achievement. In order to achieve your goals, you need to exercise your goal-focus muscle. 

So, how do you do this?

• Make a list of your high-priority tasks and try to be as specific as possible about the task at hand (for example, “lose weight” versus preparing to make the right food choices, or learning to cook).

• Draw a chart with two boxes: “Controllable” and “Uncontrollable.” Choose one specific task to work through. In the box marked “Controllable,” identify all components of the task that you can influence and control.

• In the box marked “Uncontrollable,” identify all components of the task that are beyond your control.

• Develop strategies and specific actions to focus your energy on the controllable aspects of the task.

• Repeat steps

6. 'I don't have to do this; I get to do this'

I love this! This reframe is one I use with my clients all the time to unlock gratitude, making you feel re-energized when the duties of your job are wearing you down. 

For example, on days when I have to conduct a training seminar (seminars themselves being something I no longer enjoy), I keep myself from thinking "I have to do this," by instead saying to myself, "I get to do this." As in: "I get to have fun, teaching others and sharing insights and inspiration that will help them excel and become better themselves." It's how I exercise my messaging muscle, another key element of mental strength. I remind myself of all the good parts of being a hypnotherapist, speaker and writer and carry that positivity, energy and joy with me throughout my day. 

Hypnotherapy provides a powerful and effective means of overcoming low self-esteem and building self-confidence. By addressing the root causes of low self-confidence, utilizing proven techniques, and applying these methods to real-life situations, individuals can transform their lives and achieve greater success. Take the first step towards a more self-assured and confident you by exploring the option of hypnosis today.

David Klaproth is a clinically trained and certified hypnotherapist, with a degree in mind body psychology from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute, College of Hypnotherapy, in Tarzana, California. He specializes in stress, anxiety, stop smoking, confidence and general self-improvement. He helps clients world wide online become happier, healthier and more productive, becoming the person they really want to be. Change your mind and you'll change your life! For more information, visit http://www.KlaprothHypnosis.com.