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Awareness
California Hypnotherapy Academy
   Introduction to the course
Self Hypnosis for Teens & Adults
CE Classes
Hypnosis E-Conference

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"I believe that there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it, will direct us aright."  ~Henry David Thoreau

Awareness

Do you find yourself hypnotized by your routine? On the fast track missing most of the beauty around you? I am certainly guilty at times. So I've set an intention this January to be more present. I want to take the time to enjoy my surroundings: nature, animals, colors, fragrances. When I drive away from my housing development I go through some open land where I often see heron by the small pond along the road, hawks flying overhead searching for food, and ducks swimming contentedly in the pond.  Once I'm at my office I see squirrels racing up the trees outside my windows as well as butterflies in the spring. And I do take the time to watch them. So it is already part of my daily practice but I'd like to improve in that area. I found the story that follows to be thought provoking (and true according to snopes.com) so I am including it for you.

A violinist in the Metro Washington DC Metro Station on a cold January morning in 2007; He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.  During that time approximately two thousand of people went through the station, most of them on their way to work.

3 mins a middle aged man noticed there was musician playing.  He slowed his pace and stopped for a few seconds and then hurried up to meet his schedule.

4 mins the violinist received his first dollar tip: a woman threw the money in the till and without stopping continued to walk.

6 minutes a young man leaned against the wall to listen to him, but then looked at his watch and started to walk again.

10 mins; a 3 year old boy stopped but his mother tugged him along, hurried but the kid stopped to look at the violinist.

Finally the mother pushed hard and the child continued to walk turning his head all the time.  This action was repeated by several other children.  All the parents, without exception, forced them to move on.

45 minutes; the musician played, only 6 people stopped and stayed for a while.  About 20 gave him money but continued to walk their normal pace.  He collected $32.

1 hour; he finished playing and silence took over, no one noticed it.  No one applauded, nor was there any recognition.

No one knew this but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the best musicians in the world.  He played one of the most intricate pieces ever written, with a violin worth $3.5 million dollars.

Two days before: Joshua Bell sold out at a theater in Boston and the seats averaged $100.

This is a real story.  Joshua Bell playing incognito in the metro station was organized by the Washington Post as part of an social experiment about perception, taste and priorities of people.  The questions raised: in a commonplace environment at an inappropriate hour:

Do we perceive beauty?

Do we stop to appreciate it?

Do we recognize the talent in an unexpected context?

One of the possible conclusions from this experience could be:

If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world playing the best music ever written, with one of the most beautiful instruments .....

how many other things are we missing?

Hypnotherapy Training

With the downward shift in the economy this is a great time to learn a new skill. Hypnotherapy offers several options: You can begin a new, full time, satisfying career in a helping profession,  add skills to your current career making your services more valuable, or learn skills that you can use part time for extra income-- hypnotherapists typically earn $90-$150 per hour.

Through lecture, live demonstrations and supervised in-class practice, you will learn skills that will change your life and the lives of those you help. If you have a sincere desire to help others, this course is for you!

Course meets qualifications for 16 hours per weekend of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. PCCE #4228. (additional charge for CEU certificate)

The next Level 1 class starts on January 24-25, 2009. For more information you can download the current catalog. 

Oour next free informational meeting is Wed., Jan. 14, 2009, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Space is limited, please contact our office to register: info@trancetime.com or 916-373-1932.

The California Hypnotherapy Academy, a state approved vocational school, offers a 300 hour comprehensive clinical hypnotherapy training program. Our hands-on approach gives you real-world experience that truly prepares you to enter with confidence into this highly rewarding field.

We offer classes for personal growth (self hypnosis training and EFT, past life regression) as well as continuing education for hypnotherapists.

Current catalog

Continuing Education Classes

Our next continuing education classes start Aug. 22-23, 2009. There is a detailed schedule online.

Call our office for the dates if you need a refresher class on regression, parts therapy, etc

Click here for 2009 CE schedule

Self Hypnosis for Teen & Adults

You will learn the basics of self hypnosis, how to take yourself into hypnosis, as well as the most effective way to word your desired results. When done correctly, the possibilities are endless.

In addition, you will experience a group hypnosis session in each class. Open to ages 15 and up.

Course meets qualifications for 5 hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. PCCE #4228. (additional charge for CEU certificate)

Date:  Tues., Jan. 13 & 20, 2009 (2 class meetings)
Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost: $125.00 ($110 if registered by Jan. 3, 2009
To Register: Call with credit card info or mail check payable to Katherine Zimmerman, CHT to 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
Space is limited -- pre-registration is required -- class fees are non-refundable after Jan. 5, 2008
Questions? Call 916-373-1932

Hypnosis eConference

Here are some of your benefits

-99 hours of hypnosis education from some of the most respected names in the field
-Attendees can watch every lecture as often as they like for 2 full weeks.
-Video, audio, and text chat with speakers and attendees from all over the world at the vendor booths and in the lounge
-98% of computers on the internet are ready to participate, the other 2% need to install a free application
-Vendor booths with free downloads as well as products for purchase organized by category
-One low price, no additional fees for extra classes
-No airfare, hotel rooms, or overpriced food
-24/7 access, learn when it fits your schedule
-No time away from your family or business.
-All you need is an internet connection and a pair of speakers.
-There will be classes will be geared to the general public as well as the experienced hypnotist
-Direct connection to the discussion forums on HypnoThoughts.com with over 1200 topics

Before I forget:  We are having a friendly contest to see who can invite the most participants so please remember to put down my name as the person who invited you.  Also, since there will be FREE prizes over the weekend be sure to visit me at booth #106 to register for them.

Worth noting is that speakers have been listed from five continents already, showing an unprecedented solidarity within the field of hypnosis.  Also of interest is that the Global Hypnosis eSummmit is being endorsed by multiple international organizations and is being organized by an independent group not affiliated with any certifying body.   It is a continuing education resource, not just another certifying organization.

No politics, no membership dues, no hidden fees.  No airfare, no hotel room, no time away from your family.  Just pure hypnosis continuing education at your fingertips.  In fact, you can watch every class whenever you want, as often as you want, for two full weeks after the live event is over.  Finally, a conference that fits around your schedule and your budget!

With all the lectures and live chat options available to so many presenters and attendees from all over the world, this could very well be the most hypnosis information ever exchanged in a single weekend!  The Global Hypnosis eSummit promises 99 hours of hypnosis education for $99 if you sign up before January first.  After that, the price goes up to $129—still a great bargain for all this information.
Visit www.HypnoSummit.com for more information.

Looking forward to seeing you at the Global Hypnosis eSummit at www.HypnoSummit.com.