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Hypnotherapist Ursula James on her new book

Ursula James is a premier hypnotherapy practitioner and teacher in the UK and has written extensively on related subjects. The Source is her latest work. You can read an extract from her book here.

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Is your book is already being launched? Can i get copies of your earlier books in Indian market? Can you please name the publishers? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
You can be amazing - transform your life with hypnosis Random House You can think yourself thin - Random House The Source - a manual of everyday magic - Random House The Clinical Hypnosis textbook - Radcliffe Medical Press Thank you for asking - yes - The Source is out in India now
Sorry, we (rather me) asked too many questions with out asking your book name. Could you please tell little about your book, publisher, price ? Asked by: Ravi Kiran Bandla
Thank you for asking. My most recent book is called The Source - a manual of everyday magic.
Can I find some self hypnosis mp3 so that I can self hypnotize at will? Asked by: tick-tock
There are many available. You can find mine at www.ursulajames.com
What is your opinion about Indian techniques like "Vashikaran" and "Sammohan" of hypnosis. Are they scientifically and medically correct and safe? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
I do not have sufficient knowledge of these techniques to make a comment.
In many stage shows we see, with just a hand gesture people get hypnotized! Is that so simple? Asked by: Ravi Kiran Bandla
Stage shows are entertainment - not therapy. This is not hypnosis but something very different.
Can we hypnotize animals? :) Asked by: Ravi Kiran Bandla
Why?
what was your inspiration to become a Hypnotherapist? Asked by: BB
The desire to help people to help themselves. Through this desire I went on a journey in which I learned how to help myself first, and though this learn to be more humble. People are wonderful - and helping them gives me great joy.
Is it possible to recollect the events that are totally forgotten? Asked by: Ravi Kiran Bandla
We never actually forget events - just fail to remember. Because memory is not an accurate recording we should always verify anything recalled - whether in hypnosis or not.
What is your inspiration behind writing this book apart from being a Hypnotherapist? Asked by: BB
My inspiration for this book is that magic is about being open to possibilities - and through this making life and the lives of others more wonderful.
If hypnosis can alter the state of mind of a person, can it also 'Erase' some of the information or maybe hide it.. like a bad experience in the past ? Asked by: roadhound
Our memory is not an accurate record of events anyway. We naturally edit information as we learn. Hypnosis can help you lose the emotional connection with negatives from the past so you can move on. You never forget
Is it true that a hypnotized person will obey his master and do everything he commands ? Asked by: roadhound
You are the master of your own mind.
What is your opinion about ethical issues associated with hypnotherapy like "privacy" and integrity? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
As with any therapy, privacy and integrity are integral to treatment. In fact, hypnotherapy can be one of the most private forms of therapy as the individual does not always have to discuss the issues involved, only the objectives required. It is not analysis.
Who can practice hypnosis/hypnotherapy? Psychologists or Medical doctors? Is practicing hypnotherapy is legal globally? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
Are you asking in relation to India? Globally there are many different answers to your question.
Can we use hypnosis to interrogate a criminal and get answers? Asked by: Ravi Kiran Bandla
If you think that a person cannot lie under hypnosis - this is not the case. However, using hypnosis techniques to establish rapport, spot body language and language patterns, this is something which can help.
where to learn hypnosis ? Asked by: Vijaykumar
You can start with a book, such as THE CLINICAL HYPNOSIS TEXTBOOK which will give you simple theory and practice. To learn I suggest you seek out a reputable training organisation. If you need help with this, feel free to email me ursulajames@hypnova.co.uk
Hypnotism versus mesmerism.Does your book deals with it also? Asked by: BB
My most recent book is not about hypnosis - but about the magic that lies within all of us. The magic of change.
Can extreme hypnosis help a disable person, say somebody who suffered a stroke, a paralytic patient.. and trigger their limbs to work again ? Asked by: roadhound
There have been well documented cases where stroke victims have used hypnosis to get functionality back, and to still Parkinsons tremors (although in hypnosis - not once they are out of trance). To influence at this level with pain or any other area where there is the lying down of new neurological pathways the hypnosis would need to be very soon after the event.
Who invented Hypnosis and when ? Asked by: roadhound
Some say it goes as far back as the Sleep temples of ancient Greece where people went for cures. It has been around in many shapes and forms as long as civilisation has been around.
Can we use it in a Casino to our advantage ? Asked by: roadhound
There are techniques called Neuro-longuistic-programming which have the same root as hypnosis which say they can help the individual influence behaviour and spot body language - but my advice is stay out of the casino. The house always wins!
Which part of the brain does a hypnotized person fetch information from ? The part where temporary information is stored or the permanent one ? Asked by: roadhound
This is too big a question to answer here. We use both the temporary and the long term storage system when processing information. To make it short, hypnosis installs positives into the short term memory, but it is the individual who decides whether this will go into the long term memory system
Is hypnotherapy dangerous in any manner ? Asked by: BB
There is no danger as you maintain control throughout. The things you see on TV and movies about hypnosis are not true. No-one can make you do anything you dont want to do - just as no-one could force you to fall in love with them!
Can the hypnotist control my mind, and make me do something I don’t want to? Asked by: Vijaykumar
ABSOLUTELY NOT. You are in control of your own mind - always. Hypnotherapy can only amplify and focus the positives, helping you achieve your full potential. See POSITIVE CHANGE free mp3 www.ursulajames.com
Can Hypnosis Be Used as a Medical Treatment for problems like obesity? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
Certainly it can. It works on attitude, changing patterns of behaviour, and also on helping you to connect with your stomach (through the satiety centre) so you can stop eating when you are full. See YOU CAN THINK YOURSELF THIN - Ursula James Random House
How quickly will I experience results from hypnosis? Asked by: Vijaykumar
You will experience immediate benefit from the hypnosis (relaxation), and in terms of the therapeutic element it will start at the end of the session and take full effect around 3 weeks later
Congratulations on your new book. What is your opinion about ethical issues associated with hypnotherapy? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
What specifically are you referring to?
Can medical and psychological uses of clinical hypnosis is completely safe? or it can be dangerous? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
In the hands of a trained and practitioner, hypnosis is a completely safe process. It is a therapeutic partnership where realistic goals are set, and a process for change is agreed upon. Hypnosis amplifies the individuals positive abilities.
Is it safe to use hypnotherapy for stress relief? Asked by: Arvind Agarwal
It is safe to use hypnosis to reduce stress as you are completely in control of the process throughout. You set the goal.
Can this therapy help in cases of disease due to parasites,Bacteria or virus, like worms infestation,typhoid,Viral hepatitis. Asked by: sundar1950in
Hypnotherapy can help reduce stress, and the stress response interacts with organic processes. Therefore, if the person uses hypnotherapy for stress reduction they can enhance their immune system and therefore be more able to recover/respond to these diseases
The effect of Hypnosis is temporary.Will the cure also be temporary.? Like pain - seems to have gone, but back on effect of Hypnosis getting reduced. Asked by: sundar1950in
Hypnotherapy can help reduce stress, and the stress response interacts with organic processes. Therefore, if the person uses hypnotherapy for stress reduction they can enhance their immune system and therefore be more able to recover/respond to these diseases.
What will happen if you ask a hypnotized person to go to sleep ? Asked by: roadhound
You would never ask a hypnotised person to go to sleep! But if they do fall asleep because they are tired, there is a part of the mind which always stays awake and will protect you. This allows you to respond to the slightest noise or change which you feel might be harmful, and wake yourself up to respond to it.
Is it possible to hypnotize a person without them knowing it ? Asked by: roadhound
No. You cannot hypnotise someone against their will. Hypnosis is a collaborative process and requires the person being hypnotised to be able to agree to the process.
Hi, Madam Can everyone be hypnotized? How could hypnotherapy improve my skill level at work, a sport or a musical instrument? Asked by: Vijaykumar
Hi All except children under 7, those under the influence of drink or drugs, or those with severe mental health issues, such as Schizophrenia. Hypnotherapy can help you improve performance by enhancing focus, confidence and motivation skills. Try this free mp3 POSITIVE CHANGE from www.ursulajames.com. It will help you increase your positive attitude.