This morning I was a guest on Georgian Bay Life, a tv program local to the Georgian Triangle. The topic of course, was hypnosis and host Jennifer Gordon invited me to do a demonstration, volunteering to hypnotized.
She was amazed by her experience and seemed to really enjoy herself.

Here is a snap shot from the set with hosts Melanie Case and Jennifer Gordon. I'm the one  in the jacket, holding a clip board.

And by the way ... Happy World Hypnosis Day tomorrow, January 4

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As one year closes out and the new one is on the verge of beginning, it is traditional if not part of our nature to look to the future with fresh enthusiasm and great intentions to do better, be better and make significant change. We make New Year’s Resolutions!

Quitting smoking, losing weight and exercising are at the top of the list of most common resolutions, weight loss topping the chart. As we all know from experience, resolutions rarely last past the first week or two. This is because they are based on good intentions and the hope of a fresh start.

What we often don’t know when we decide to quit smoking or lose weight is that these things are not accomplished through will power - there is more than enough evidence of that in all our lives.

Did you know that hypnosis has the highest success rate of any smoking cessation or weight loss program than anything on the market?

If you have  resolved for 2012 to quit smoking or lose weight and keep it off, don’t go it alone. Call for an appointment and we will book you into the first week of the year.

If you prefer to work in a group the SMOKING CESSATION GROUP begins on Wednesday

January 4 - 25   7 pm - 8:30 pm.

The WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE GROUP  begins on Thursday January 5 - 26  7 - 8:30 pm.

The cost for the group sessions is $ 275. plus HST = $310

WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE GROUP CONTINUANCE PROGRAM

Mirrenhill Hypnosis runs a weight loss group every month with the exception of  August and December. The dates of all groups are listed on the website at www.mirrenhillhypnosis.com.

Beginning with the first group of the year starting January 5, we are launching a program that will allow for each individual to drop in once a week for a check-in and hypnosis session in the hour before the evening group for 10 months beginning the next month.

How does that work?

If you attend the January group, then from February 2012 - January 2013 you can drop in on Thursday evenings from 5:45 to 6:45 for follow up support and hypnosis. Remember there are no groups in August or December. This group will consist of people who have completed a 4 week program, so you will have lots in common.

What’s it cost?

$600. + HST = $ 678.

This includes your 4 week program plus all drop in sessions for 10 months.
This must be paid for in full when you begin the 4 week program.

Can I do the 4 week weight loss program on it's own?

Certainly. The fee for this program is listed above.

What if I do the 4 week program and then decide I want the follow-up drop in sessions?

You have one week following the completion of the 4 week weight loss program to take advantage of the follow up drop in session.

The cost is the difference plus tax which is $367.25

I am very excited to offer this drop in program since it will be a great support in continuing to live healthfully. Plus, the powerful reinforcement of hypnosis each week will be such a wonderful gift to yourself.

STRESS REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT SEMINAR

Sunday, January 22  2012 
10 am to 4:30 pm
$95 plus HST = $107.35

CBC Radio recently did a large segment on stress and it’s consequences both personally and in business. The loss to the economy each year is in the billions from stress related accidents, reduced performance, absenteeism and depression.
Stress is at the basis of many illnesses.

This seminar is loaded with things you can do to reduce your own stress. I will teach several easy self-hypnosis techniques that you can do anywhere.

CATCH ME ON THE TELLY !!!

I will be a guest on Georgian Bay Life on Rogers Cable TV out of Collingwood on Tuesday, January 3.
The show is live at 11 am and airs again at 1 pm and a couple of more times later in the day.
The topic is post holiday stress.

VISA AND MASTERCARD

You can now pay for your hypnosis sessions, classes, workshops and seminars with Visa or Mastercard.

 

Wishing you the very best of the New Year!

May the coming days be filled with joy, love and prosperity.

I am in the process of putting this information on the website but thought I would post it here as well to give you an opportunity to consider becoming a Certified Hypnotist.

The first certification program of 2012 at Mirrenhill Hypnosis will be held:

February 10, 11, 12 - 17, 18, 19 - 24, 25, 26.

The program involves 100 hours of Intensive Training developed by the National Guild of Hypnotists, the largest, oldest and most recognized professional hypnotists organization in the world.
The curriculum is structured to provide complete training in the classical approach to hypnosis. Since Level I and Level II are taught at the same time, each student can practice immediately upon graduation.

This comprehensive course is designed to:

- Train and certify individuals who want to have a professional hypnosis practice
- Train and certify therapists, counselors, nurses, teachers, and social workers who want to integrate hypnosis  into their practices.
- Train and certify those who want to expand their learning, grow personally, or assist family and friends.

The cost of the training is $1,750.

This includes 2 student manuals, a packet of scripts, Chevreil's pendulum and chart, marketing and business set up material,
a packet of DVD's and CD's, one year membership in the National Guild of Hypnotists, a year's subscription for the Journal of Hypnotism and the Hypnogram as well as your 11x14 personalized certificate and embossed membership card.

I will be posting the full course outline on the website very soon.

Also, at the end of next week I will be set up to take Visa and Mastercard.

If you have any questions or already know you want to register to train for this wonderful new career, email or phone.

info@mirrenhillhypnosis.com    705 279-2600

As Christmas and the New Year approach people are beginning to talk about the resolutions they plan on making ... This year I WILL quit smoking once and for all; I'm not packing on anymore weight this Christmas; Starting in January I'm going to start exercising.

Experience and research have shown that unless there is a support system in place before hand, New Year's resolutions or even simple determination rarely, and I mean very rarely work. Because habits such as smoking and behaviors such as overeating are driven by the subconscious, will power alone has no lasting impact.  Seven days to a month is usually as long as will power can sustain behavior change.

Hypnosis is the most effective way to change behavior, break habits and begin new ones such as exercising simply because it accesses the subconscious mind. And like it or not, when it comes to behavior change the subconscious rules.

This season Mirrenhill Hypnosis is offering Gift Certificates for one or a series of sessions. The gift of hypnosis can be a wonderful present to a friend or loved one who has thought about, talked about quitting smoking, losing weight, or any of the benefits that hypnosis facilitates.

Or, if people don't know what to get you for Christmas, here's a great suggestion you can give them - a gift certificate for hypnosis at Mirrenhill.

If you are interested in purchasing a certificate contact us by email or phone.

705 279-2600     info@mirrenhillhypnosis.com

SUNDAY DECEMBER 11   10 am to 4:30 pm 

COST: $95. plus HST

Self Hypnosis is one of the most valuable skills available for personal empowerment. It is something I teach every client, equipping them with something that will serve them a lifetime should they choose to use it for stress relief, goal setting, reducing discomfort at the dentist or to get themselves out of bed a half hour early to go hit the gym.

Imagine how you might use self hypnosis and come join us for a fun day.

To register please email info@mirrenhillhypnosis.com or phone 705 279-2600

I look forward to seeing you there!

Self hypnosis is an important skill that I teach every client who comes to me for hypnosis. This empowers them for life to use the technique in an innumerable number of circumstances whether that be goal setting, relaxing at the dentist, or getting up a half hour early to hit the gym.
I have designed an easy self-hypnosis technique that I will be teaching in a one day seminar on Sunday, December 11, 10am - 4:30 pm. The cost is $95. plus tax for the day.

To register email info@mirrenhillhypnosis.com or call 705 279-2600

REMEMBER: Sunday  December 11   10 am to 4:30 pm

See you there!

Last night we had a wonderful turnout for the Chamber of Commerce My Innisfil After Five hosted here by Mirrenhill Hypnosis. The snow held off, the food was good and the folks who came out were wonderful. At the end of the evening I was left feeling welcomed, both personally and professionally, and so glad to have returned home to Innisfil.

I would like to thank Mary-Ellen Madeley, the manager of the chamber for suggesting the event and giving me so much support it making it happen. And also to Cory Stickley and Elizabeth Steinebach for the food prep, the set up and all the work they did behind the scenes.

In a spirit of good humour someone asked (it might have been Bob!) if I made people cluck like chickens. More than once it was a question people asked - is hypnosis mind control?
I would like to address this here since it is a common myth about hypnosis, largely generated from the stage hypnotists people have seen.
The fact is this - we cannot be made to do or say anything while in hypnosis that we would not do or say in the normal course of our day. It’s important to know that stage hypnotists are highly trained to select the people who most want to be on stage and have fun,  not the people who are most suggestible. Our conscience rules over suggestibility every time when we are in hypnosis.
I hope that puts your minds at ease.

And by the way, the last thing I am interested in is controlling people. If you look at the home page of  my website, www.mirrenhillhypnosis.com, or at my rack card you will see that at the bottom I have written A Path to Freedom.
This motto is the heart of soul of my work. When we are standing outside in the cold in order to smoke, overeating, when we can’t take a holiday because we are afraid to fly - you can fill in the rest - we are not free. Something has control of us. My desire is to assist people in getting back control of their lives. Choice = Freedom. Hypnosis and self hypnosis are the best tools I know to help you regain control.

FIRST SNOW!!

This morning I woke to a pristine snow covering the gardens. Of course, at first light I was out with my little point and shoot making happy snaps! Some of the pictures are below. And those of you who asked about the Zen garden between the school and my residence, Enjoy!

A NEW SIGN

Mirrenhill Hypnosis now has a beautiful sign  at the front of the property and now you can’t miss us. It was designed by Heather at Owen Sign in Barrie. You’ll see that she reflected the Zen garden theme of the property and my promo materials. She and her partner made sure it was installed in plenty of time for last night’s open house. Thanks Heather!
I’ve posted a picture of it below. It’s my new favorite thing!

COMING SOON AT MIRRENHILL

This Sunday, November 20 I am hosting a second open house to welcome the public. We start at 1 pm. I will be giving a brief talk on hypnosis, with particular attention to hypnosis and past life regression. And I will do a demonstration. Bring your questions, expect to enjoy yourself.

Sunday November 27:   A One Day Seminar in Self-Hypnosis

 We start at 10 am and go until 4:30. The cost is $95 for the day, $75 if you register on or before November 20. You will leave fully able to do self hypnosis, and will several tools to deal with behaviors and habits you want to change. These include : how to write an effective post hypnotic suggestion for yourself, managing triggers, deepening, and many more.

The full schedule of what’s coming up will be posted soon both on my website www.mirrenhillhypnosis.com and here.

VERY EXCITING NEWS!!

Mirrenhill School of Hypnosis will offer its first training course for those who want to be Certified Hypnotists in February. It will run over 9 days divided into three weekends:
February 10, 11, 12; February 17, 18, 19, February 24, 25 and 26.
Full details will be on the website soon. I wanted to give everyone a head’s up about the dates as early as possible. And of course, if you have questions call or email. 705 279-2600
info@mirrenhillhypnosis.com

THE NEXT EXCITING BIT OF NEWS....

I will be a guest on Cable 10 Daytime next Thursday November 24 at 11 am. The show also airs at 4 pm and again at 11 pm.

 Hope to see you at the Open House on Sunday!

Now I need to figure out how to post these pics...

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Join us on Sunday afternoon to officially launch Mirrenhill Hypnosis!

Patricia will be giving a brief talk about Past Life Regression using hypnosis and if there is time and a willing volunteer, she might offer a demonstration.

Research has demonstrated that one does not have to believe in past lives in order for a past life regression using hypnosis to be useful. Whether one is actually recalling a past life or experiencing a metaphor created in the imagination seems irrelevant to the insights gained into one's current life experience. New understanding about conflicted relationships, job circumstances, fears and other ongoing problems are often seen in a fresh light.

At the Mirrenhill Centre for Hypnosis we offer hypnosis for smoking cessation, weight loss, confidence building, phobias, goal setting, anxieties, and improved performance in sports and the creative arts.

We look forward to seeing you at the Open House  -- doors open at 1 pm!