Overcoming Anxiety

Welcome [Pause 2 seconds] I'm glad you've chosen to work on overcoming anxiety through self-hypnosis today. [Pause 4 seconds] This session is tailored specifically for you [Pause 3 seconds] to help you feel more calm, centered and in control. [Pause 5 seconds] Get comfortable, [Pause 2 seconds] and allow yourself to relax as we begin this journey together....

Breathe slowly and naturally [Pause 4 seconds], allowing the air to gently fill your lungs... [Pause 6 seconds] and release... [Pause 4 seconds] With each exhale, [Pause 2 seconds] imagine any tension leaving your body... [Pause 6 seconds] Bring your awareness to the present moment, [Pause 3 seconds] letting go of thoughts about the past or future... [Pause 5 seconds] You are safe, [Pause 2 seconds] you are relaxed, [Pause 3 seconds] you are at peace...

Picture yourself in a beautiful, [Pause 2 seconds] serene meadow... [Pause 4 seconds] The sun is warm on your skin, [Pause 3 seconds] and a gentle breeze caresses your face... [Pause 5 seconds] You can smell the fragrance of wildflowers, [Pause 3 seconds] and hear the soothing sounds of a nearby stream... [Pause 6 seconds] This is your sanctuary, [Pause 2 seconds] your safe space where worries cannot reach you...

Breathe in the peacefulness of this place... [Pause 6 seconds] and breathe out any lingering stress or anxiety... [Pause 4 seconds] With each inhalation, [Pause 2 seconds] you become more deeply relaxed... [Pause 5 seconds] Tension melts away, [Pause 3 seconds] and your mind clears like the sky after a storm...

You are in complete control of your thoughts and emotions... [Pause 6 seconds] Anxiety has no power over you... [Pause 4 seconds] You choose to let go of worries, [Pause 3 seconds] and embrace a state of tranquil confidence... [Pause 5 seconds] When faced with a stressful situation, [Pause 3 seconds] you can access this peaceful inner sanctuary at any time... [Pause 6 seconds] Simply take a deep, calming breath, [Pause 3 seconds] and feel anxiety's grip loosen as you return to your center...

In the future, [Pause 3 seconds] whenever you start to feel anxious, [Pause 4 seconds] imagine yourself back in this beautiful meadow... [Pause 5 seconds] Let the sights, sounds and smells relax your mind and body... [Pause 6 seconds] You have the power to instantly find your inner calm, [Pause 4 seconds] no matter what is happening around you...

When you are ready, [Pause 3 seconds] take one final deep, [Pause 2 seconds] cleansing breath... [Pause 4 seconds] Feel revitalized and refreshed, [Pause 3 seconds] yet still holding onto that deep sense of peace... [Pause 5 seconds] Slowly allow your awareness to expand, [Pause 4 seconds] becoming more alert to your surroundings...

Remember, [Pause 3 seconds] you now have a powerful tool to overcome anxiety... [Pause 5 seconds] Whenever you need it, [Pause 3 seconds] revisit your inner sanctuary through self-hypnosis... [Pause 6 seconds] I'm confident you will continue feeling more calm, [Pause 4 seconds] centered and in control each day. [Pause 5 seconds] Thank you for your openness during this session. Until next time, be well.