Celebrities turn to hypnotherapy to help conquer their jungle fears.

As ITV’s I’m a Celebrity…Get me out of Here! starts again this week, this year’s celebrities will undoubtedly be faced with some of their biggest fears in the Australian jungle – much to our delight!

Most Haunted star Yvette Fielding, a contestant on this year’s show, admitted that she had attempted hypnotherapy previous to entering the jungle to conquer her fears. Similarly, Linda Robson last year also underwent hypnotherapy before the show, to help control her extreme phobia of rats and spiders.

The jungle experience faces celebrities with extreme challenges including coming into contact with snakes, tarantulas and various critters, being buried under ground in a confined space or hanging on a wire at extreme heights. However phobias and fears can be developed about almost anything.

Most phobias develop in childhood and are far more common than many of us realise. It is estimated that more than 11% of the population are living with some kind of irrational fear.

What is a phobia?

A phobia is a type of ANXIETY DISORDER, and even thinking about the source of a phobia can lead people to feel panicky or anxious. They can be specific such as animal phobias, situational phobias such as the fear of flying or environmental phobias such as heights and deep water. Complex phobias are known to be more disabling, causing extreme anxiety. This can sometimes result in a person avoiding busy crowded places, travelling on public transport or being alone.

The solution is generally to see the phobia in a different context starting from an objective perspective and then generally building up exposure from a minimal to comfortable level.

If a fear or phobia is affecting your everyday life then hypnotherapy may be a solution for you to consider. Hypnotherapy is a relaxation technique that helps you to manage your symptoms - phobias can often be treated in just one session.

Although there is no guarantee with hypnotherapy, as change heavily relies on an individual’s willingness to embrace it, I have had many success stories.

If this post relates to you, get in touch with either myself or one of my professional accredited hypnotherapists. No problem is too big or too small.

Sheila x

Feeling down? Blame the weather! How people’s moods are affected by the seasons.

Have you been experiencing mood swings lately, or feeling a little bit out of sorts?

Feeling a little bit down is normal and usually picks up after a much needed cup of tea and a chat with friends.

However, some people report serious mood swings depending on the time of year.

There has been a lot in the papers recently about how people feel differently at different times of the year.

I have heard from people who feel very down and depressed when it’s dark and cold during winter. Their mood usually picks up again in time for summer. Some people report feeling very tired and sluggish during summer, but alert during winter.

It’s all too easy when its miserable and cold outside to retreat into your home, cancel those plans and snack on a serotonin-boosting snack to lift your spirits; and even with an extra half an hour in bed you still find yourself feeling tired and sleepy-headed.

Some people have even resorted to buying expensive light boxes in order to get some much needed vitamin D on dark, cold days.

Known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, experiencing mood swings is becomingly increasingly common, yet not much coverage has really been done on the phenomenon.

Many people are turning to hypnotherapy in order to manage their symptoms-it’s safe, and works by putting you into a state of deep relaxation, allowing you to visualise feeling happier, healthier and more balanced!

This is becoming a much more viable alternative for people who don’t like the thought of lots of medication or counselling.

With hypnotherapy, you are relaxed, and able to visualise a happier future for yourself, and manage your symptoms.

To find out more on how my hypnotherapy sessions can help you manage your seasonal mood swings, drop me an email on my email address.

Sheila x 

Jetting off? Overcome your fear of flying

Have you still got a holiday to look forward to this year?

Left right and centre it seems people are packing their suitcases and jetting off for a much needed dose of sun and sand.

However, there are many people who come to dread holiday season.

A fear of flying is becoming more and more commonplace these days, as long distance travel becomes easier and more accessible. I have spoken to people who say they are so frightened of flying they can’t sleep the night before they fly, and become a nuisance to other passengers with their nervous behaviour.

I have had reports of people spending a small fortune on dubious sounding ‘quick fix’ courses, sleeping tablets to take during the flight, and even missing their holiday altogether out of fear.

Hypnotherapy is an ideal solution to help people overcome their fear of flying. There is nothing unusual or magic about it, really! People are placed into a state of deep relaxation, where they can help themselves to focus and think about a situation that would normally cause fear or anxiety.

This method allows people to face their fear of flying safely, while still in control-people have told me hypnotherapy is a much better option than taking strong medications with side effects, or simply trying to ‘grin and bear it.’ On the day of their flight.

The number of hypnotherapy sessions needed can vary depending on the person, and the level of their phobia. I have seen people have just one session and be able to board a plane the week after with no worries, while for others it can take further sessions until they can face a flight.

If you are interested in finding out how hypnotherapy can help you face your fears, don’t hesitate to drop me a line on my email address or browse my website.

Sheila x

Too late to shape up for summer? NEVER!

Summer is finally here, and yes it will probably be gone before you can say BBQ, but that doesn't mean you still can't kick those bad habits that you've been promising to do since January. 

When the days are long, dark and cold, it’s all too easy to munch on that extra biscuit for a much needed sugar fix, wear extra layers and stay warm on the sofa instead of donning trainers and going for a walk in the fresh air.

Staying in and popping the telly on seems a much better idea than getting out and about with friends, and it can be easy to become isolated.

Summer is the wake up call many people need to start getting back to their healthier, happier lives and getting rid of those bad habits!

By following my basic tips for banishing the blues, you can claim back your body confidence and back into that bikini before you know it!

1.    Practise mindfulness. Start off by making small goals. They can be anything-fitting in a twenty minute walk on your lunch break, or trying something new for tea. Ticking off those you achieved on an evening bring a fantastic sense of achievement.

2.    Get healthy: Winter is an excuse for a binge-when the weather is miserable and dark, we crave carby, sugary food in order to boost our low moods. Start off by banishing those calorific snacks in favour of healthier alternatives.

3.    Sleep it off: Make sure you are getting enough sleep! Going without our recommended eight hours can have all sorts of effects on us long term, including irritability, poor concentration and even a lower immune system!

4.    Talk it through: Has the long winter and busy holiday season left you feeling a little bit flat? There’s nothing like making fun plans and chatting through any problems you have with friends. In fact, regular interaction with others has been proven to improve depression and boost self-esteem!

5.    5: Be Realistic: Many people start off with unrealistic expectations-the trick is to take small steps, be honest with yourself, and if in doubt seek more help!

If you are interested in finding out more on how my popular hypnotherapy sessions can help you achieve happiness and health, or to find out when my next seminars will be, don’t hesitate to drop me a line on my email!

Sheila x

Endeavour School use hypnotist to help pupils with exams

"The work we have been doing with Sheila is to ensure students are in the best frame of mind when they sit their exams"

STUDENTS at a city school are being hypnotised to relieve exam stress.

Clinical hypnotherapist Sheila Granger has been working with GCSE students at Endeavour High School on techniques to help them through the exam period.

Teachers say the initiative is paying dividends, with students being better prepared than ever.

The Beverley Road school closes this summer and headteacher Stewart Edgell is determined youngsters will go out on a high.

He said: "We want the school to go out on a high this year, but ultimately we want our students to achieve the very best results that they can individually.

"The work we have been doing with Sheila is to ensure students are in the best frame of mind when they sit their exams, and that any barriers to them performing at their best have been removed.

NEW TECHNIQUES: Headteacher Stewart Edgell and Sheila Granger with pupils. Picture: Jack Harland

"If you have a student who is worried and you bring someone in who can help them by arming them with new strategies and coping mechanisms, they feel valued that someone has taken note of their concerns and is doing something with them.

"When you get a critical mass of students being looked after in this way, it's much more likely everyone will perform better across the board."

Mr Edgell said the school has worked hard with its 101 students to ensure they achieve the best results they can.

He said: "We brought Sheila in to work with students who we identified that would benefit from additional strategies for preparing for their exams, adopting a positive mindset and believing that they can do it when it comes to achieving their potential.

"We have worked with our students to help them structure their revision carefully and Sheila's work has dovetailed nicely into that in terms of giving them a positive outlook and creative ways of preparing for exams."

'Massive student pressure

Sheila Granger, clinical hypnotherapist, said: "With exam season well and truly upon us, the pressure on students gains considerable momentum at this time of year.

"I have been delighted to work with Endeavour High School in the run up to this important time of year and it's been a real pleasure to work with the students there.

"We all have expectations placed on us, either by ourselves or by others, and it's these expectations that can cause us the greatest stress".

If you are interested in any of my services or need some questions answering, feel free to contact me via email or visit my website. 

Needle Phobia: Taking back control

 "NEEDLE PHOBIA IS A DEFINED MEDICAL CONDITION THAT AFFECTS 20 - 23 PER CENT OF THE POPULATION"

One in four of us will need to receive blood at some point in our lives, so it was quite alarming to see “Britain heading for blood donor crisis as new numbers giving blood drops by 40%” splashed across the headlines earlier this week.

NHS Blood and Transplant says 120,000 fewer people joined the blood donor register in 2014-15 than in 2004-05. Most of us know giving blood saves lives, but not nearly enough of us do it and the NHS believes one of the main reasons is the increasing pressure on people's free time – citing longer commutes and the distractions of social media.

Needle phobia is a very important, but widely ignored condition and one which I believe is contributing to the decline in donors. Many people who are afraid of needles get labelled as being ‘a bit of a wimp’, but this is far from the case.

For some individuals it can be mildly distressing but manageable.  For others it can be seriously debilitating, causing massive anxiety attacks, cold sweats and blind panic. It is actually a defined medical condition that affects between 20 and 23 percent of the adult population, to such an extent that it causes some to even avoid essential medical appointments.

People come to me for help with all sorts of fears and phobias. Hypnotherapy works by accessing the underlying cause of the phobia and eliminating the person’s conditioned response to the stimulus. 

While I’m not promising I will be able to alleviate your fear altogether, although this has been reported in a vast amount of cases, I can definitely help you to control your phobia once and for all.  

The blood unit is calling for 204,000 new volunteers to start donating. Do not let your fear control your life, get in touch with one of my accredited hypnotherapists to arrange a consultation to get the help you need today. The results could be life-changing, and not just for you.

Sheila x

Battling the bulge with Hypnotherapy!

“Everybody can change and turn a negative feeling into a positive feeling. I enjoy what I do, I help people all the time."

I have travelled worldwide training practitioners about The Virtual Gastric Band. Mark, who has trained with myself, has pledged to help people "battle the bulge". Read his story below:

"Instead of having to face the risks of going under the knife Mark Nicholson, 48, says he can make clients believe they have already had the stomach shrinking operation.

'I have had people lose two stone in weight,' said Mark. 'People think they have had the band.

Mark, who has had a spell working in upmarket Harley Street, first became interested in hypnotherapy when he purchased a motivational tape by Paul McKenna. McKenna was a regular on our TV screens in the 1990s, presenting a number of programmes including The Hypnotic World of Paul McKenna, Paul McKenna’s Paranormal World and Hyp the Streets.

Many of his one-to-one clients are celebrities including comic David Walliams, who used McKenna to help to help with his charity swim across the English Channel.'



Read the full story here

If you want more information about the Virtual Gastric Band or any other services i provide please dont hesitate to get in touch via email or visit my website

Hypnosis helping Business Owners achieve success !

Last Saturday (10th January) I spoke at a local event aimed at helping business owners unleash the power of their mind in order to improve their business. This was held at the Beverley Arms Hotel and profits from the event have gone towards Beverley Community Lift.

Over several years I've helped over 3,500 people around the world to achieve their personal goals by addressing their mindset and changing how they think. In recent m,months I've also started helping those whoare considering a career change or who simply want to improve their current business, by demonstrating how to broaden the circle to attract people outside of the immediate networks.

Success begins in the mind and during my business workshops I demonstrate how to unleash the power of the mind by dealing with the chatterbox in our head. It's possible to turn the negative chatter that tells us we can’t do something or that we are going to fail into positive messages that we will succeed and that anything is possible.

I aim to run more of these workshops during 2015, so keep watch for details of one which could be running in your area.

Sheila

xx

Woman Loses 6 Stone After The Virtual Gastric Band

"Kids can be so cruel - the names they called me, things like 'fat-so' and 'Honey Monster' were so awful, I think that's always stayed with me and always will."

- Story taken from the Daily Mail, to read the full story please click here

Lorraine Robb, 39, has lost just over 6 stone after she decided to try hypnotherapy for weight-loss. After years of eating burgers, chips and large portions of food, Robb is now a new woman!

Before

After

In her earlier years, Robb was bullied about her weight,  bullies called her the "Honey Monster" and "fat-so" which lead her to comfort eating.

After many diets and struggling to lose the weight, Robb found herself wearing size 24 clothing at the age of 30. Despite paying over £1,000 on diets, Robb was then advised Gastric Band Surgery, which costs a whopping £6,000!

"But at the last moment, I saw an advertisement for weight loss hypnosis on Facebook and thought I may as well try it, I had nothing to lose."

After just one 25 minute treatment session with a hypnotherapist she began to see drastic results as her weight began to plummet. 

Lorraine has now lost 6 stone and dropped 10 dress sizes!

To find out more about the Virtual Gastric Band or Hypnotherapy visit my website or contact me

Sheila x

Overcome the fear of flying

If you haven't heard already, I am holding a seminar at Humberside Airport in November. "Driffield Today" have recently written an article, see more below.

Sheila Granger is aiming to eradicate the problem for aerophobes.

Sheila, who is about to embark on a world tour, which will see her deliver talks in countries such as Australia, Canada and the US, is holding seminar at Humberside Airport on November 19 teaching local people the psychological skills to overcome their fears.

Sheila said: “The fear of flying is one of the most common fears in people today so it is something that I feel needs addressing. Thousands of people travel safely via plane every day, but unfortunately it is only the catastrophes that aerophobes remember when it comes to flying.

“The seminar will help to change the way people who suffer from this fear think about flying and give them the confidence to fly without fear.

“This is something that could potentially change someone’s life by simply changing their way of thinking. This could mean they will be able to have their first holiday abroad, or help someone who has to travel for work using a plane, I am urging people to come and seek my support.”

To read more on this article please follow this link, alternatively if you are interested in this seminar or need more information please visit the link here: or contact me on think@sheilagranger.com

Sheila x

Canadian Radio Station - Listen in!

Hi all,


Tomorrow I will be talking on a local Canadian Radio Station - so make sure you tune in :)

Please follow this link

The show airs at Wednesday at 10am EST, so make sure you don't miss out!

Sheila

x

Australia Seminar Dates

“Success won’t come and find you, any more than it found me. Just like me, you have to go out and get it. This event is a step-by-step blueprint enabling you to do just that – and leave you with your ownpersonalised 90 day action plan. Are you serious about finally building your practice? Then come and join us!”

Do you live in Australia? Are you interested in taking part in a Hypnotherapy Business Transformation Seminar this year? If so read more below. This November I am holding two seminars in Sydney and Melbourne.

Sydney

1st - 2nd November 2014

Melbourne 

8th - 9th November 2014

For more information about these seminars please visit this link

Sheila x

Eric Webster - Redefining Success

Redefining Success...

A great friend of mine, Eric Webster, has recently featured on Fox 17 for an interview about the Virtual Gastric Band Procedure. I recently shared this video on my Facebook with you all but if you have missed it, don't worry i have attached it below.

Eric explains and elaborates on the basic procedure of the Virtual Gastric Band and tackles questions about non believers and how well it works.

Interested? Why not have a look for yourself!

Watch it here!

Sheila x

Hull Hypnotherapy Training Days!

Hypnotherapy Training - Learn to be a Hypnotherapist

Hypnotherapy is a powerful form of psychotherapy, dating back to the days of ancient Greece and under constant development since. In recent years, hypnotherapy has moved from the “mystical” to a much more scientific and evidence-based practice.

Ten Month Weekend Course / Standard Course.

Hull
18th and 19th October 2014
15th and 16th November 2014
20th and 21st December 2014
17th and 18th January 2015
14th and 15th February 2015
14th and 15th March 2015
18th and 19th April 2015
16th and 17th May 2015
20th and 21st June 2015
18th and 19th July 2015

The cost of each of the above 10 x weekend intensive course is only £195 per each weekend. Early Booking Discount - book any of the above before 31st August 2014 and get a £50 discount on the first weekend

For more information or want to book your place today contact me think@sheilagranger.com

Sheila x

New training dates listed!

Hi all,

I've updated this years seminars on my website! Keep reading for more information..

August 2014
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Where: Belgium - Brasschaat, Antwerp
When: 2nd & 3rd August 2014
Contact: Enquiries to either Brigitte Hendickx, email stitchandstone@telenet.be 

Tel +32 476 56 04 88 

or think@sheilagranger.com

September 2014
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Where: Paris (VGB Training)
When: 27th & 28th September
Contact: Enquiries to either Nabila Kadiri, email nabilakadiri@gmail.com 

or think@sheilagranger.com
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Where: USA - Grand Rapids, Michigan (Lifestyle Engineering)
When: September
Details to follow in due course

November 2014
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Where: Australia - Melbourne & Brisbane (Business Building)
When:November
Details to follow in due course
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Where: New Zealand (VGB Training)
When: November
Details to follow in due course


Find more courses on my website! Or if you would like to contact me email me

Sheila x

HypnoThoughts Live Conference 2014!

"Trance-Forming Our Profession.

The All Inclusive Hypnosis Conference."

It's not long now until the HypnoThoughts Conference in USA begins! I hope you're all ready for this years large hypnotherapy seminar!

If you haven't heard already the HypnoThoughts Live is a very popular conference in the USA. Not only is it the most affordable and value packed conference available, it's also very simple and easy to follow. When you pay for this conference you get the whole conference, not just a short intro and having to pay more to get the full package!

Not only do you get to meet over 50 speakers at this conference you get all inclusive meals with your lectures!

DON'T MISS OUT!!

There will be a raffle each day for a $100 bill and you'll be automatically entered to win!

So when is this conference?

July 18th, 19th, 20th

Where is this conference?

The Orleans Hotel & Casino

4500 W. Tropicana Avenue,

Las Vegas, NV 89103

Contact: 1-800-ORLEANS

RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY!

visit their website here

Use group code: A4HTC07

Sunday - Thursday: $39

Friday & Saturday: $85

Want to know more? Visit their website today.

Sheila x

Keynote Speaker at Canadian Hypnosis Conference

"A national, independent conference. 

Run by hypnotists, for hypnotists."

If you haven't heard already... I will be a key note speaker at the Canadian Hypnosis Conference later on this year!

So what happens at this conference?

The seminar will take place over the course of three days. During your time at the seminar there will be opportunities to strengthen your skills, improve your business skills and raise awareness. The conference is set up by hypnotherapist such as myself for hypnotherapists. So that you, can learn more and expand your confidence. The workshops will be based around specific skills and techniques to help and guide you to success!

When is this conference? 

October 24th, 25th, 26th

Where is this conference?

Holiday Inn, Burlington Hotel & Conference Centre

QEW and Guelph Lane

3063 S Service Road,

Burlington

ON L7N 3E9

Contact them on: (905) 639-4443

For more information about this conference please visit their website here. For more details on myself feel free to contact me via email or visit my website

Sheila x

Distance Learning

"Hi Sheila, I have just completed watching your training CD's filmed in Las Vegas. Wow, I was so impressed not only with your personal warmth and generosity sharing your knowledge and experience, but the program itself."

- Ingrid 

Why Choose Distance Learning?

We are aware that many of you would like to gain the knowledge of how to use this programme and how to market your practice successfully but are unable to attend a live seminar in person. I know this has been a disappointment to those of you who are waiting for an opportunity to learn this unique weight loss method, so for a limited period we are making distance learning available. We have recently given the opportunity to some therapists in Australia to take the training by this method, and so far received this feedback:

"Hi Shelia, I just wanted to write to you personally to say thank you soooo much for allowing me the opportunity to take the Virtual Gastric Band Course via distance, I was one of the people in Australia that was really looking forward to you coming out later in the year, I have just completed the seminar DVD's and just got so much out of it I am soooo looking forward to adding this to my tool box, love every minute of it. I am one of these people like you who buys all these courses and they sit on the shelf and gather dust but this course is probably one of the only ones that I have completed via distance cause I had desperately wanted to do it and once I started I couldn't get enough." 

- Love & light Charmaine

"Hi! Finished the DVD’S and enjoyed the course a lot thanks. Will be starting soon with your programme. It is it important to me that I do things right and do not go off at half-cock; your energy and inspiration will be mirrored by me. Bring it on!"

- Mark

Further information can be found at my website www.sheilagranger.com distance learning. Or if you wish to contact me, please feel free to email me

Sheila x

USA Licensed Trainers

Although I love travelling and meeting new people even I can’t be everywhere all of the time, and with this in mind, I sought out some exceptional people to deliver training on my behalf in the United States.

It is my pleasure to introduce to you:

Jo-Anne Eadie:  www.poweroffreedom.ca  a member of the National Guild Of Hypnotists.

Claudia Brawley: a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists and based in North Carolina

Caroline Sutherland: A medical intuitive, wellness expert and author of The Body knows books published by Hay house. www.carolinesutherland.com

Leslie McIntosh: www.lesliemcintosh.com  Coastal Academy of Hypnotic Arts and science.

Next training date: Seattle, March 14-16^th 2014!

I am still on the look out for one more inspirational trainer for the United States, do you fit this bill? To contact me drop me an email

Sheila x

Train to be a Hypnotherapist in 2014 (UK Dates)

Hi All,

New course dates have now been added to my website, however if you haven't had a chance to have a look don't worry I've included them below.

Our accredited courses commence week commencing 17^th February, and places are already filling up fast. This year we are offering both intensive courses, where you attend one week a month for three months, and a 10 month course where you attend one weekend a month for ten months. Our course is unique in that it really is ‘business in a box’, not only do you become a fully accredited Clinical Hypnotherapist, we also teach you the business skills to set up your practice, from websites to marketing. All our Hypnotherapy training courses are held at The Holiday Inn, Hull Marina, Hull.

Intensive Course

Week Commencing 17^th February 2014 (Week 1)

Week Commencing 17^th March 2014 (Week 2)

Week Commencing 21^st April 2014 (Week 3)

10 Month Course

Commences 22^nd and 23^rd February 2014

If you’re not sure whether Hypnotherapy is a good career move for you and you’d just like a chat about it, do contact me, anytime. + 44 01482 863659

Sheila x