Denise Dempsey, CHT, M.Ed.

Live in the moment; The moment lives in you.
Embrace the moment, embrace yourself.

“Ask yourself often: Am I observing the situation accurately or am I projecting how I feel onto what is happening?” - YungPueblo

“Ask yourself often: Am I observing the situation accurately or am I projecting how I feel onto what is happening?” - YungPueblo

This could be a phenomenal question to ourselves regularly!

Do you have a question you ask yourself when you need perspective?

Share below!

“Ask yourself often: Am I observing the situation accurately or am I projecting how I feel onto what is happening?” - YungPueblo

This could be a phenomenal question to ourselves regularly! Do you have a question you ask yourself when you need perspective? Share below!

In my new newsletter - How the Words We Speak Shape Our Wellbeing - https://mailchi.mp/stressreductionprograms.com/say-something-kind

It’s always so much fun to stop by my friend Heather Caswell’s store - going strong for over 30 years. We locals are so lucky.

I recall how distant the future seemed in my youth and realize now how the choices I made then have shaped my present. Our choices are powerful and empowering when we remember their impact!

🌟 Overcoming Illness with the Power of Thought 🌟

Dear friends,

I have a feeling that if you're reading this, you're already aware—or at least curious—about the possibility of the mind to heal. This curiosity sparked the exploration of mind-body medicine and became the hallmark of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).

First-person accounts always get my attention. I have personally experienced the power of my mind to help my body heal, which led me to professionally explore hypnosis. Recently, a friend who healed his own IBD and ulcerative colitis with the power of his mind shared an article with me that blew my mind.

The article tells the story of a man enrolled in a study investigating a new antidepressant. Long story short, this man overdosed on the medication to the point that life-saving measures were taken. When they checked what was in the medicine, they discovered he was actually in the placebo arm of the study. Yes—he overdosed on a placebo! When he was informed of this, he basically shook himself off and went on with his life.

I love this story because it demonstrates how powerful our minds are in influencing our health in an extremely impactful way.

✨ I have room in my schedule for several hypnotherapy clients this week. Just comment below or send me a message if you'd like to schedule a consultation call.

Remember to be kind to yourself!

💛 Denise

P.S. Read my newest newsletter for more info. READ IT: https://mailchi.mp/stressreductionprograms.com/healing-from-within

Coffee time while enjoying going through my notes from HypnoThoughts. I must confess that I also bought a couple of courses by favorite presenters. Never ending learning as a hypnotherapist and no shortage of brilliant trainers!

My friend Astrid said this the other day and I think it’s the perfect analogy for these times! Can you relate?

Thinking about quitting smoking or stopping another bad habit? It’s a powerful step towards a healthier life! Did you know that positive encouragement can make all the difference in your journey? Let’s focus on the benefits of quitting and the amazing changes it brings. 🌟

You deserve to feel good! And quitting doesn’t have to be hard. Would you believe my method has a 95% success rate?

If you quit smoking and want to encourage others 🚭💪🌟 please like this post. Even better, share your positive encouragement below!

One of my favorite parts of being a hypnotherapist is talking with clients as they become clearer about their goals through hypnotherapy. We often focus so much on our problems that it can be difficult to imagine the positive results we want and what they would feel like. If you're in this situation, take a moment to think about what a better future looks like for you. A brighter future awaits! Feel free to reach out anytime if you’d like my help.

When in doubt, go where the love is! 💖 A friend once shared this with me and I’ve returned to it many times. Listen to your heart. ❤️

Leaving Hypnothoughts and Las Vegas, I feel elevated, educated, informed, uplifted, inspired, moved, and really happy to have attended. 👏👏👏 There were over 100 presentations by esteemed hypnotherapists from around the world. People like Karl Smith, Martin Castor-Peterson, Freddy Jaquin Kathy Gruver and Gila Zak - among others! I ultimately bought the recordings for so many. So much learning and many new friends. I’ll be back!

I’m overjoyed to become a graduate of this very special smoking cessation specialist training offered by Ken Guzzo and the North American Academy of Hypnosis. It was remarkably unique and far exceeded my expectations. I loved the process and also getting to meet the 9 other hypnotherapists, from around the world. It’s amazing how much can be accomplished with an in-depth immersion experience like we’ve enjoyed this week in Las Vegas!

🚭 Considering quitting smoking? Here are some gentle reminders as I dive into my smoking cessation training:

1. Remember there is hope and there is help.
2. The methods out there are not one-size-fits-all, including with hypnotherapy.
3. Don't blame yourself for a failed attempt.
4. Believe in yourself or find someone who can help you do that!
5. It doesn’t have to be hard.

Let's chat about how hypnotherapy can support your journey to becoming smoke-free! 🌿💪

Las Vegas bound! 🎲✨ Ready to dive into the world of hypnotherapy at . First comes a four day training in a world class smoking cessation program with Ken Guzzo.

Have you ever seen your cat staring off into space or day dreaming? I'd like to think they are either in trance or somehow solving the problems of the universe!

“For the best return on your money, pour your purse into your head.”

― Benjamin Franklin (A wonderful view on growth mindset!

Failure is often just a stepping stone to where you want to go! When I was 16, I failed my driver's test twice.
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Here's how it went down. The first time was just the written test. The second time was the driving part. To be fair, he raised the bar unfairly and had me parallel park on the downhill of a steep street with a curb that dipped bellow street level. When we pulled into the DMV, I was in tears. The driving examiner flipped over his notes, and started yelling at me: “Your parallel parking was horrible! This was a total waste of my time. How can I possibly pass you?”
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I was in tears. My mom saw him yelling at me and in turn, gave him a piece of her mind that he was unlikely for treating me that way. But how was I going to to tell my friends that I failed the driver’s test? My confidence was rock bottom.
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It was such a painful and embarrassing experience, and I learned important things from these failed attempts.
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✅ 1. learned that sometimes embarrassing failures are part of being a beginner, even when it’s something that means a lot to you and you’ve done your best.
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✅ 2. I also learned that we can’t always control the conditions that contribute to those failures, especially other people involved.
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✅ 3. I learned that it’s good to have people in your corner, who have your back the way my mom had mine that day.
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Flash forward 6 months and I passed the driving test! We all have tipping points when a blunder or mistake makes us grow.
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Have you experienced a failure that ultimately was a positive tipping point for you?
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Honestly, going into trance can feel different for everyone. Sometimes these differences are unique to a client, sometimes they relate to how experienced the client is with the process, and sometimes it just depends on the time of day.

In general, trance is a state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility. It often feels like a pleasant, relaxing daydream. Sometimes you might be aware of your mind drifting, while other times you might feel keenly aware or attuned.

Some people even describe it as simply sitting in a chair, feeling relaxed, and listening to me talk.

One of the myths about trance is that people enter into a state of somnambulism. The trance state can encompass a variety of different levels.

As a hypnotherapist, my role is to help clients navigate their inner experience towards the kind of state that will support the results they want or the issue they are trying to resolve.

When people say they "can't be hypnotized," it's often because they expect to "go out" or fall into a type of sleep state, which isn't necessarily the case. The deeper states aren't always the best for what the client is working on.

This is why it's essential to find a qualified hypnotherapist with whom you have a strong sense of rapport and trust.

I would love to help you out. Please reach out anytime!

Have a great day!

Denise

As I prepare to attend one of the biggest hypnotherapy conferences (snacks ✅), I’m feeling the anticipatory jitters! I’m excited for the massive learning experience ahead and the wonderful opportunities it will bring into my life—perhaps even some new friends! Looking forward to integrating new insights into my hypnotherapy practice!

I'm always so grateful when clients leave reviews. I know positive reviews, like this one from my client Lauren, make such a difference when someone is looking for a hypnotherapist and want to find someone they can trust! Thank you again Lauren!

As a hypnotherapist and a certified chocolate lover, I can't help but celebrate this day with a smile. Happy World Chocolate Day! 🍫✨

Did you know that hypnotherapy can help you eat more mindfully? It's all about savoring every bite, tuning into the experience, and finding balance in indulgence.

Today, I'm enjoying chocolate with full awareness and gratitude! 😋

Here are some decisions that can make a tremendous difference in our quality of life, regardless of circumstances:

1. Go to bed at a decent hour when you have the chance.
2. Stand up and move around at least every hour.
3. Drink more water.
4. Stop eating when you are full.

This is a starter list that I like to put into practice. What other suggestions do you have? I'd love it if you could share your ideas in the comments or tell us what has worked for you!

Happy 4th! 🇺🇸 💥

All hypnosis is really self hypnosis - and for many issues, we can be our own pilot for the journey! Enjoy entering into relationship with your unconscious mind. It's easy, relaxing and very empowering.

The workshop I offered in the spring is now available on demand on my website, denisedempsey.com.

Please enjoy - and feel free to ask any questions you might have in the comments!

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It’s not always easy to do but I think we get better with practice! All concerned will benefit. 💖