Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman I know how challenging it is having a fear of flying that prevents someone from traveling to their dream destinations. Seeing family, friends, exotic vacation spots. I know because I see it all the time. Many people suffer from aerophobia, which is an irrational and excessive fear of flying or being in an airplane. This fear can cause anxiety, panic attacks, nausea, sweating, and other unpleasant symptoms that make flying a nightmare. Jane (name changed) was one of my clients who had a severe fear ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman You probably know how hard it is to quit smoking. You’ve tried everything, but nothing seems to work. You’re not alone. Samantha was in the same boat. She had been smoking for over 20 years and couldn’t quit no matter what she did. She was sick of the smell, the cost, and the health risks. She wanted to quit, but she didn’t know how. Then she heard about hypnosis and decided to give it a shot. Hypnosis is a way of changing the subconscious mind. It helps get rid of the negative thoughts and feeling ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Dealing with anxiety is something that is very real, very present and really annoying for most of us at one point or another. Right now, with elections around the corner and dire but mixed messages about the economy, anxiety is a lot more real, and a lot more present for some of us. So I thought that I might talk a bit about some of the anxiety I’ve helped people though along with the outcomes that those people have had. Strangely enough, with the caveat that people have to be willing to change som ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Sometimes it’s the seemingly littlest things that end up causing people the most grief, which test us in the most unexpected ways. I thought I’d talk today about a client who I’m going to call Julia. I found it strangely inspiring, oddly enough a story of resilience, determination, and the unyielding human spirit. This story affects only a few people directly but I think it’s still worth a read. Julia’s had a problem she found embarrassing, deeply frustrating, and a surprisingly big challenge: a sh ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Dear friends, We all face our own demons, some seen and some unseen. Today, we look at Gary’s journey – a story of resilience, grit, and ultimate triumph over adversity. As a pillar of his community and respected real estate agent, Gary appeared to be sailing smoothly through life. But beneath the surface, he was wrestling with some dark demons: the bottle. Gary’s job, while rewarding, came with its fair share of stress and late nights. The relentless pace and pressure, coupled with the social expe ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman We all face trials that test our strength and resilience. For Mary, it was quitting smoking while balancing a stressful, demanding job and a bustling family life. Today, we look at Mary’s journey – a testament to her unwavering determination and strength. At a time when life was already fraught with challenges, Mary made the conscious, and final decision to quit smoking. Between conference calls, taking the kids to rugby practices, and family dinners, she found herself wrestling with cravings and w ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Dear friends, Life can sometimes feel like a maze with unexpected turns, and navigating personal relationships, particularly during times of strain, can significantly add to that complexity. We’re dealing with the nuances of human emotions here, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But remember, even in the darkest hours, there is always a beacon of hope. Strained relationships can make us question our worth, our decisions, and our futures. Whether it’s with a spouse, a family member, or a fr ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman In life, we often face storms that test our mettle. I met Mary, one of my clients (name changed), in the midst of such a storm. Today, l wanted to look back at Mary’s journey—a story of resilience, adaptation, and triumph. Over the last few years Mary, like many of us, felt the harsh sting of a volatile economy. Every dollar spent was a source of worry, every financial decision a mountain to climb. But Mary used this period as a catalyst for change. Just by shifting her attitude, and developing pos ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Robert, a successful businessman, who owned a chain of motels in Christchurch and around the South Island, gave me a call one day for an appointment as he wanted to give up smoking. He rolled up a week later in a super flash Mercedes SUV and confidently strode into my clinic. In the first session, I learnt that he smoked sixty cigarettes a day. I noticed he was very restless, always fidgeting and couldn’t sit still. He was a really nice man, but hugely stressed as several of his motels had been wri ..read more

Ntrance Hypnotherapy Blenheim - Weight Loss, Virtual Gastric Banding, Stop Smoking chrissteadman Rebecca came to me late last year for the 4 week Virtual Gastric Banding session to lose weight. It was hugely successful with 14kg down by March. She was now great with food intake and she balanced this with exercise all through summer. She had noticed improved sleep patterns, decreased anxiety and stress levels. She felt wonderful as a result of VGB and loved going to the Gym, jogging, or taking a brisk walk every morning. Then just recently I got a call for help. Cold weather had set in, and the ..read more