Self-hypnosis is a great way to relax when you’re facing a stressful problem or challenge, and this is an easy self-hypnosis exercise.
Set aside 30 minutes and sit in a comfortable chair in a quiet room.
Now, consider an upcoming stressful challenge, such as doing well on an upcoming test.
- Next, select a phrase that is the opposite of what you’re worried might happen.
- For example, I’ll do okay on the test.
- Now, relax.
- Next, take several deep breaths and gently touch your thumb to your index finger while recalling a relaxing moment
- For example, after a long run or while lying on the beach in the sunshine.
- Then, say softly to yourself the phrase.
- For example, I’ll do okay on the test.
- Now relax.
- Next, take several deep breaths and touch your thumb to your middle finger as you remember a loving moment
- For example, a hug from your best friend or your pet nestling in your lap.
- Then, say softly to yourself, ‘I’ll do okay on the test.’
- Now relax.
- Next, take several deep breaths and touch your thumb to your ring finger as you remember accepting the nicest compliment you’ve ever received.
- Then, say softly to yourself, ‘I’ll do okay on the test.’
- Now relax.
- Next, take several deep breaths and touch your thumb to your little finger as you remember the most beautiful place you’ve ever been.
- Then, say softly to yourself, ‘I’ll do okay on the test.’
- Now relax.
Finish by resting in this beautiful place for several minutes.
