CMH Self-Hypnosis Training Methods 2

Question 1

Which breathing technique is most commonly recommended to deepen self-hypnosis induction?

Accepted Answer

Diaphragmatic slow breathing with extended exhale

Answer

Diaphragmatic slow breathing with an extended exhale activates the parasympathetic nervous system, facilitating deeper hypnotic relaxation.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a 'deepener' in a self-hypnosis session?

Accepted Answer

To amplify the depth of hypnotic relaxation after initial induction

Answer

A deepener is used after induction to increase the depth of trance, making the subconscious more receptive to suggestions.

Question 3

In self-hypnosis, the 'staircase' visualization technique is used to:

Accepted Answer

Progressively deepen the trance state step by step

Answer

The staircase deepener uses the imagery of descending steps, with each step representing greater relaxation and depth of trance.

Question 4

A self-hypnosis practitioner notices difficulty achieving trance when practicing at night. The BEST adjustment is to:

Accepted Answer

Switch to a morning or early afternoon practice time

Answer

Practicing self-hypnosis when naturally alert (morning or early afternoon) reduces the risk of falling asleep before completing suggestions.

Question 5

Which of the following BEST describes 'fractionation' as used in self-hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Repeatedly entering and exiting trance to deepen subsequent states

Answer

Fractionation involves cycling in and out of trance multiple times, with each re-entry achieving a deeper level than the last.

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