 About My Stop Smoking Dallas Hypnosis Program:
My Stop Smoking Hypnosis Program gives you more control over your smoking triggers and mental and physical cravings while strengthening your determination and resolve. It also includes relaxation techniques that help deal with emotions including stress, boredom, and worrying. All this adds up to a smoother and easier transition from smoker to calm and relaxed non-smoker. The program is one session which lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes, and includes a reinforcement CD. 972-733-4751
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Begin Visualizing yourself as an Non-Smoker
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 One of the first techniques that I recommend to my client's who want to quit smoking, is to begin visualizing themselves as a non-smoker. Creative Visualization is a technique where you imagine or think about yourself as you want to be. It's like replaying a mental movie about you successfully achieving your goal. Using the power of Creative Visualization will help mentally prepare you to become a non-smoker.
Creative Visualization steps:
1. Center yourself
With your eyes closed, take a moment to center yourself by taking a few deep breaths while becoming aware of your surroundings (What are you sitting or standing on? What color is it? How is your body touching the earth? Can you feel your heartbeat? What sounds can you hear?).
2. Start visualizing
Think about where you are at this moment. This is where you will begin your one minute visualization. (How much are you smoking per day? How confident and motivated are you?).
3. Enjoy a benefit
Quickly move past your quit date, and create a mental picture of a moment in your first days/weeks as a non-smoker enjoying one of the ways you are going to benefit. (If being healthier is one of your benefits, you can imagine what it's going to be like to breath fresh air into your lungs).
4. Bring in details
Enhance your visualization by bringing in more details into your mental movie. (Where are you? What are you doing? What are you wearing? Notice your surroundings, Who else is there?).
5. Bring in all your senses
Bring all your senses into your visualization.(What else do you see in the scene? What sounds do you hear? What emotions are you feeling? What do you smell and taste?).
6. Positive affirmations
Give yourself positive affirmations throughout your visualization. (I am a calm, healthy, and happy non-smoker).
7. Visualize each day
Repeat your one minute visualizations at least two times each day. Visualize yourself in different situations enjoying one or multiple benefits at the same time, always imagining yourself how you would like to be as a non-smoker. You may visualize yourself as if you were watching yourself on a movie screen or from the perspective of looking out of your own eyes. The ideal time to begin visualizing is as soon as you think you want to quit smoking.
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 Stop Smoking with EFT
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is simply the quickest and most effective way to deal with doubts, obstacles, triggers, cravings, concerns, and emotions that most people who are quitting smoking have to deal with. Not only does EFT help make the transition to non-smoker easier, it better equips ex-smokers to deal with any stressful situations that may cause a relapse.
EFT was founded by Gary Craig, a Stanford Engineer, Ordained Minister and Personal Performance Coach. You can download a free how-to manual from his website (www.emofree.com). EFT is simply emotional acupuncture without the needles. Our bodies are made up of subtle energies. When negative emotions are present, it's simply a disruption of the bodies energy system. With EFT you stimulate certain meridian points by tapping on them, and it tends to balance the energy flow in our body. EFT is simple to learn, gentle and easy to use, can be used anywhere, only take minutes, and has such great results.
Here are the EFT basic steps to Stop Smoking:
1. Write down all doubts, triggers, emotions, obstacles, and concerns you have about quitting smoking? (I doubt that I can quit smoking or quitting smoking is too stressful)
2. Evaluate the intensity level of each issue or emotion on a 1 to 10 scale (10 being the most). (Doubt - 8, Stress - 7)
3. Set up the affirmation and reminder phrase starting with the most intense issue first.
Affirmation - Even though I doubt I can quit smoking, I deeply and completely accept myself, or Even though I think quitting smoking will be too stressful, I deeply and completely accept myself.
Reminder phrase - My doubts about quitting smoking and My stressful feelings about quitting smoking.
4. Begin tapping lightly on the following meridian points on one side of your body using your index finger and middle finger with either hand, as you speak the phrases out loud. (To view a chart of the tapping points go to www.mindbodytapping.com)
Karate Chop - "Even though I doubt I can quit smoking, I deeply and completely accept myself." (Repeat 3 times).
Eye Brow (Beginning of your eye brow near the top of your nose) - "My doubts about quitting smoking"
Side of the eye - "I doubt I can quit smoking"
Below the eye - "My doubts about quitting smoking"
Under the nose - "Doubt I can quit smoking"
Middle of the chin - "All the other things I have tried did not work"
Under the collarbone - "I really just doubt I can quit smoking"
Under the armpit - "My doubts about quitting smoking"
Top of the head - "Doubt I can quit smoking"
5. Take a deep breath.
6. Re-evaluate the intensity level of the issue using the 1 to 10 scale.
7. Tap a second round (Continue tapping as many rounds as you need to reduce the intensity level of the issue below a 3).
8. Move onto the next emotion or issue startingwith the Evaluation #2.
9. Once you have removed all of your doubts, fears, concerns, and obstacles, you are ready to quit smoking. 10. For the first few weeks, use EFT at least three times each day to deal with any emotions,or issues that come up.
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 Q & A with EFT Practitioner, Darren Hiller
What is EFT?
EFT is an energy tapping technique that helps release negative emotions, stress, thinking patterns, and self-limiting beliefs. It’s a form of self-hypnosis that gives us access to our subconscious minds to remove mental, physical, and emotional blocks in our energy system which allows for a positive change in perception and a reframing of our issue and ultimately better health and wellbeing.
Who Created EFT?
EFT was founded by Gary Craig in the early 90’s. He is a Stanford Engineer, Ordained Minister, and Personal Performance Coach. Gary’s creation of EFT was influenced by Dr. Roger Callahan’s TFT or Thought Field Therapy.
What Issues can be helped with EFT?
Since all issues you experience involve your mind body connection, (thoughts, feelings, and beliefs) they can be helped with EFT. Even pain relief can be helped with EFT.
Why should I use EFT?
EFT is very simple to learn, gentle, safe and easy to use, flexible and versatile, many times it only takes minutes, and the well documented results are nothing less than amazing.
Please explain the tapping process?
EFT tapping should be gentle and based on what feels right for you. Tap with either hand or both hands, using your fingertips, approximately 10 -20 times on each meridian point so you can feel it, while simultaneously speaking or thinking the affirmations and reminder phrases.
Who can use EFT?
EFT can be used by children, teens, adults, men and women. Surrogate tapping can also be used.
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 Stress is a subjective phenomenon that differs from person to person. We also respond to stress differently. There are many physical as well as emotional responses to stress as indicated by the following list of 50 common signs and symptoms of stress.
1. Frequent headaches, jaw clenching or pain
2. Gritting, grinding teeth
3. Stuttering or stammering
4. Tremors, trembling of lips, hands
5. Neck ache, back pain, muscle spasms
6. Light headedness, faintness, dizziness
7. Ringing, buzzing or "popping sounds
8. Frequent blushing, sweating
9. Cold or sweaty hands, feet
10. Dry mouth, problems swallowing
11. Frequent colds, infections, herpes sores
12. Rashes, itching, hives, "goose bumps"
13. Unexplained or frequent "allergy" attacks
14. Heartburn, stomach pain, nausea
15. Excess belching, flatulence
16. Constipation, diarrhea
17. Difficulty breathing, sighing
18. Sudden attacks of panic
19. Chest pain, palpitations
20. Frequent urination
21. Poor sexual desire or performance
22. Excess anxiety, worry, guilt, nervousness
23. Increased anger, frustration, hostility
24. Depression, frequent or wild mood swings
25. Increased or decreased appetite 26. Insomnia, nightmares, disturbing dreams
27. Difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts
28. Trouble learning new information
29. Forgetfulness, disorganization, confusion
30. Difficulty in making decisions.
31. Feeling overloaded or overwhelmed.
32. Frequent crying spells or suicidal thoughts
33. Feelings of loneliness or worthlessness
34. Little interest in appearance, punctuality
35. Nervous habits, fidgeting, feet tapping
36. Increased frustration, irritability, edginess
37. Overreaction to petty annoyances
38. Increased number of minor accidents
39. Obsessive or compulsive behavior
40. Reduced work efficiency or productivity
41. Lies or excuses to cover up poor work
42. Rapid or mumbled speech
43. Excessive defensiveness or suspiciousness
44. Problems in communication, sharing
45. Social withdrawal and isolation
46. Constant tiredness, weakness, fatigue
47. Frequent use of over-the-counter drugs
48. Weight gain or loss without diet
49. Increased smoking, alcohol or drug use
50. Excessive gambling or impulse buying
There are numerous emotional and physical disorders that have been linked to stress including depression, anxiety, heart attacks, stroke, hypertension, immune system disturbances that increase susceptibility to infections, a host of viral linked disorders ranging from the common cold and herpes to AIDS and certain cancers, as well as autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. In addition stress can have direct effects on the skin (rashes, hives, atopic dermatitis, the gastrointestinal system (GERD, peptic ulcer, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis) and can contribute to insomnia and degenerative neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease.
Source: American Institute of Stress
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 Stop Smoking Methods by Darren Hiller Hypnosis Dallas
According to the CDC, an estimated, 20.8% of all adults (45.3 million people) smoke cigarettes in the United States. In 2004, Lung Cancer was responsible for more deaths than prostate, breast and colon cancer combined. Over 80% of those deaths are related to smoking cigarettes.
Approximately, four out of five smokers would like to quit . The key is finding the right program for you.
7 popular methods:
1. Hypnosis
Hypnosis is a safe and natural state of awareness that allows you to use the power of your subconscious mind to quickly change habits and control behaviors. Hypnosis has one of the higher success rates compared to other approaches, as long as you work with a professional Certified Hypnotist and have a strong desire to stop. In many cases this can be accomplished in just one session.
2. EFT
EFT is an emotional version of acupuncture without the needles. You tap on certain meridian points to balance the energy system in your body. EFT is simple to learn, gentle and easy to use, can be used anywhere, only takes minutes, and has such great results. EFT is most effective when used in conjunction with another cessation method.
3. Prescription drugs
Various prescription drugs (Chantix, Zyban, Nicotrol) have helped many people to quit smoking. The success rates are not as high as some of the other methods, and the possible negative side effects can be intense. Talk to your Doctor for more information.
4. Nicotine Replacement
Gum, patches, lozenges are all types of nicotine replacement products. These products tend to have a fairly low success rate, and may have some potential negative side effects. They are most effective when used in conjunction with another cessation program. Before trying any nicotine replacement product please consult your Doctor.
5. Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient chinese treatment that involves balancing the natural energies in the body by placing needles into certain meridian points. This helps curb the desire to smoke. Being successful with acupuncture may require multiple treatments and a strong desire to stop. There is not enough scientific evidence to determine the success rate of acupuncture.
6. Laser therapy
Low level laser is a modern day version of acupuncture. When the laser is applied to certain points on the face, ears, and hands, it releases endorphins that helps reduce the stress associated with cravings. The FDA ruled that the use of low level laser is a safe and non-significant risk. As with acupuncture, there is not enough scientific evidence to determine the success rate of low level laser therapy.
7. Cold turkey
This is the most popular method, but has the lowest success rate. Many people fail, because in order to be successful at quitting cold turkey you need to be 100% committed. Having a smoking cessation plan will increase your odds of success.
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 Hypnosis Myths & Misconceptions
There are many myths and misconceptions out there about hypnosis. Hollywood portrays it in a way that is far different from reality. This feeds into the many misconceptions that are still present today.
The 7 most common myths & misconceptions are:
1. Not everyone can be hypnotized
We go into a hypnotic-like state many times throughout our day, like when we are daydreaming, driving on the highway, or watching a movie. It is simply a natural focused state of awareness.
2. You lose control
The opposite is true, you actually gain control. It is a focused state of awareness that allows you to control habits and change behaviors. The Hypnotist cannot make you do anything that you do not want to do.
3. You can get stuck when hypnotized
You cannot get stuck because we naturally go into a hypnotic-like state many times in our life, and we naturally come out of it.
4. You fall asleep and forget everything
Even though the origin of the word hypnosis is derived from the Greek word "hypnos," which means sleep, you are awake and aware. Your conscious mind may drift, but you are not asleep. You typically remember much of what was said in a session.
5. You will tell all your secrets
You will not tell any secrets that you would not reveal while you were wide awake. It is not a truth serum and you can actually lie.
6. It's only for the weak-minded
Not true, it's for anyone who wants to use the natural power of their subconscious mind to make positive changes in their life.
7. It's dangerous
It is actually very safe. In fact, in 1958 a report published by an AMA advisory committee stated, "The use of hypnosis has a recognized place in the medical armamentarium that is a useful technique in the treatment of certain illnesses."
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More about me
I studied Hypnotherapy at the Academy Of Hypnosis Training Institute and Clinic in Texas. I am also a 5-PATH® Certified Hypnotherapist, EFT Coach, NLP Practitioner, Quantum Focusing Practitioner Coach®, and Master Hypnotist. I am the Author of "Stop Smoking Toolbox" and a Board Certified Hypnotist with the International Association of Counselors & Therapists.
I am involved in the Hypnosis industry as an expert ezine author, a member of Ourhypnospace, Hypnothoughts, and 5-PATH® and 7th-path group. I offer a full range of Hypnosis Services - Stop Smoking, Weight Loss, Pain & Stress Management, Fears & Phobias, Sports Hypnosis, Habits, Addictions, Confidence, IBS, Fibromyalgia, Emotional Issues, and much more. In 2008, I worked with the Medical Center of Lewisville, to help them become a smoke-free campus.
Through my extensive travels across the country and abroad, I have gained the ability to connect with a vast array of people. Originally from London, England, I have lived in the Dallas area most my life. I graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor's Degree. While Hypnosis is my passion, I also enjoys sports, travel, and computers.
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 Darren Hiller is a Consulting Hypnotist, EFT Practitioner, NLP Practitioner, Author of 2 Books, Self Hypnosis Teacher, E-Zine Expert Author, Member of IACT. 972-733-4751
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