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“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans; the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too.”

--W.H. Murray, The Scottish Himalayan Expedition (1951)

Moving Toward My Destiny

In this fascinating case history, "Jeri" makes a significant change in her life.

Initial Goal: replace white wine with something healthier
In "Jeri's" first session we used a swish pattern on images of white wine. At the end of the session she reported feeling light and free and could easily imagine a beautiful pitcher of sparkling mineral water with lime. She commented, "Wow! I can’t think about wine. No interest, not appetizing. She was so amazed the first week that she wanted to come in sooner for her next session. However, by the 2nd session although Jeri doesn’t "see" white wine, she has now developed a passion for red wine, coffee and beer. Time to delve a little deeper.

I invite in the part that has a passion for red wine. 3 year old Janice comes forward. She tells me that alcohol helps Jeri to forget all the chaos in the earlier part of her life. I don’t get very far in my negotiation with Janice when she announces, "you’d better talk to the other voices as well." It seems we’re having a parts party today.

The next part to come forward is Kenny who is 5. His job is to distract Jeri to help her to avoid pain. He keeps her reading novels, watching TV and movies.

Julia, 7, comes in next. Her job is to keep her laughing because she needs to laugh. She tells me that if Jeri would write she could express herself. She wants to help others by writing.

Nine year old Howard comes in next. His job is to oversee all the others. He keeps them out of trouble. He wants Jeri to spend time with them so they can grow up. He keeps Jeri focused on saving money. Howard tells me that Jeri used to journal morning and evening but that she has stopped because "she wanted us to disappear."

Jeri and all these parts agreed that they could help more effectively if they grew up. The result is that Jeri feels more relaxed and knows that she’s ok with just being, that silence is her friend. She connects with a deep part who wants to dwell in peace. She can feel creativity springing up like a "fast growing tree."

In her follow up session Jeri reports feeling stronger and more together. Between sessions she’s been able to find a cast of twins (Gemini) of various ages and has worked with them on her own. She wants to move forward with ease and have it a joyful process. She talks about writing a book but hasn’t had the discipline to follow through.

In this session Jeri connects with a set of 3 year old twins, Jeanie and Annabelle. Jeanie shows up with arms crossed, mad that she’s been ignored. She draws a little blue stick to show how she feels lonely. She wants to grow up so that she can be smarter and help Jeri to write.

Annabelle likes to color and when she doesn’t get to, she eats instead. Both agree to grow up and help Jeri to be disciplined and be able to follow through.

I future paced Jeri to several scenes in which she is writing and easily imagines the intensity of being tranced out and enjoying writing. She finishes a chapter and sends it off to her co-writer. She feels grown up and mature, responsible and she’s having fun.

In the 2nd future scene Jeri sees herself at a book signing. She experiences total exhilaration and mentions how good it feels to complete a project before moving on.

Here are Jeri's follow up comments:

"Good news to report -- last Saturday I spent the entire day writing and researching for my current book, and I can’t begin to describe the exhilaration I felt at finally moving towards my destiny! I use that future book-signing scenario to prompt me to use whatever time I have to get this book written! (Thank you for doing that – it’s powerful motivation!).

"I never realized how powerful my parts are and how they can derail me from my path if I don’t work with them (they really don’t just go away on their own)."

Hypnotherapy Training

The California Hypnotherapy Academy 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.

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 or call to receive the catalog in the mail. You can also attend an informatonal meeting. Here are the dates for our next free informational meetings about the course:  you can attend either on October 1 or Oct. 16, 2008, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Space is limited, please contact our office to register: trancetime@wavecable.com or 916-373-1932.

If you're considering the training in January register for the self hypnosis class this month. After you experience Katherine's teaching style you can decide if this is the right program for you.

CEUs: The Emotional Freedom Techniques for Professionals

CEUs: Medical Hypnotherapy- Advanced Pain Techniques

However, it is estimated that only about 30-35% of people can develop glove anesthesia. And, in conditions such as fibromyalgia where the patient has wide spread pain, glove anesthesia is ineffective. This class teaches numerous advanced pain control techniques to relieve moderate to severe pain, to quickly and covertly release secondary gain and to prevent pain from returning. Many of these techniques, such as the Migraine Manager, can be done in 5 minutes or less. This makes them ideal for use in hospitals or emergency situations. These are unique techniques that you will not see anywhere else. This is pain control on steroids! Manual Included

Instructor: Melissa Roth, PhD is CEO and Founder of the Alabama Hypnotherapy Center. 80% of Dr. Roth's practice is working medical issues and she has been in practice since 1991.

Dates: Jan. 10-11, 2009
Times: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
Cost: $375 ($350 if registered by Dec. 26, 2008)
To Register: Call with credit card info or mail check payable to the California Hypnotherapy Academy, 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
Space is limited -- pre-registration is required -- class fees are non-refundable after Jan. 2, 2008
Questions? Call 916-373-1932

Self Hypnosis for Teen & Adults

Call today. We have only a few spaces left in this popular class!

Self hypnosis is a powerful tool that can enrich your life immensely. You can learn to modify behaviors, alter your physical health, reduce stress and attract positive changes. Who wouldn't want that?

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:  (2 class meetings)
Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: $125.00
To Register: Call with credit card information. Space is limited -- pre-registration is required -- class fees are non-refundable after Sept. 10, 2008
Questions? Call 916-373-1932

Astro News by Martha Armstrong

Since this newsletter comes to you at the full moon of each month, when all things come to light sometimes it is difficult to start at this point. So I will back track a bit to the new moon, which was August 30, 2008.  At the new moon of each month it is perfect timing to plant a seed, or initiate or undertake an idea or goal.  In terms of gardening the "seed" is planted in the soil with the expectation that it will sprout and break through the soil to become a "fruit" bearing plant. As the moon goes from its darkest (New moon) and increases in light to the point of the full moon, the plant becomes a reproductive entity, with again the expectation of being fertilized and it's fruit, (the idea or goal). When the fruit is fully mature it can be picked and becomes reality.

This month with the beginning of Fall, the equinox September 22, 2008 is traditionally the time of Harvest. The plants start turning in color and are preparing to go back to the earth to replace any nutrients it may have taken to grow and produce its fruit.

This month brings another mercury retrograde beginning September 24th and ending October 15, 2008. Some of us having this little bit of information can and will do one of two things, pretend it really is nothing, or dash out and try and cover as many bases as you can pertaining to what mercury retrograde might mix up, i.e. communication, travel plans, appliances which might break down, schedule any appointments, etc. It seems though as much as we try to head off any situation at the pass, the path always can changes direction, and there we are caught up in a situation that requires patience once again, to wait out the time until mercury goes direct (forward motion).  It seems to me this a perfect time to clear your space, clean out anything we don't need, (harvesting) and make space for all the new intentions that we will be manifesting in the coming months with the moons cycle.

The New Moon at the end of this month, September 29, 2008, is in the sign of Libra balance and relationships.  Relationships may shift as they were weighed out on the Fall equinox; Libra's thing is bringing harmony back to relationships with communications and accommodation.

For a personal astrology reading contact Martha at mars2003@sbcglobal.net  or by phone 530-787-3781.

Hypnosis Meetups

I am the organizer of the Sacramento Hypnosis Meetup Group. If you live in the Sacramento area, check it out. We meet once a month. It's great way to meet others with similar interests. Our topic in October is Stress Reduction. This is an interactive meeting. Bring your favorite tips to share on how you reduce your stress. There will also be a group induction. Join us! You'll need to register for the group and RSVP in order to attend. This meetup fills quickly!