As we begin to move into the colder Winter months and spend more time indoors, food can become a form of self-soothing; commonly referred to as comfort eating. This is a habit of relying on food to cope with difficult emotions, such as loneliness, boredom, or stress and anxiety. Our subconscious mind learns to associate particular foods with feelings of safety, and belonging. When winter feels gloomy or isolating, we may naturally crave those familiar feelings again. Although eating can provide temporary relief, it doesn’t resolve the underlying issues. Hypnosis to manage comfort eating at The Conway Practice in Brighton and Harley Street, is a holistic approach to developing a healthier relationship with food, and learning alternative ways to manage emotional needs.*
Childhood memories stored deeply in the subconscious often associate with warmth, pleasure, nostalgia and a sense of security. However, this may become a concern if you regularly feel out of control when eating, feel guilty or ashamed afterwards, or rely on food as your main way of coping with difficult emotions. During hypnotherapy with Jonathan Conway, you will be gently guided into a relaxed state of focused attention, in which you will become more receptive to positive suggestions.* Your feelings, thoughts, habits, and beliefs will be explored with Jonathan in a calm and supportive environment.*
Hypnosis is very effective therapeutic tool in increasing your awareness of emotional triggers related to your relationship with food, and you will learn to recognise the difference between emotional and physical hunger.* Healthier coping strategies can be introduced, including calming and distraction techniques to reduce the stress response.* Guilt and negative self-talk which often accompany comfort eating can be addressed, with an appreciation of your true sense of self-worth, and a more balanced attitude towards food.*
Hypnotherapy to overcome a comfort eating habit will increase awareness of your emotional needs, and to respond differently to difficult feelings, enabling you to regain control without removing the pleasure of food.*
With more than 30 years of professional experience, Jonathan Conway is a highly qualified Hypnotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner and NLP Coach. All sessions will be completely confidential, and hypnotherapy is also available remotely.
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