Healing and Hypnotherapy Volume 2, Issue 4 October 2017 | Page 20

Sit Down Like Two Ships Passing
If you are sitting, we recommend that you sit down with the chairs
set like two ships passing each other. This position allows you to
reach all points with ease without invading the personal space of
the person being treated.
Explain Before and During
Always explain what you are about to do and show the points on
yourself,
 to get an OK from the person you are about to treat to
touch these points on them. If their eyes are closed during the
session let them know when you move your hands by saying for
example “Now I am going to touch your forehead.” so they feel
safe and can relax without being surprised at your touch. Learn the
science of stress and trauma, as explained in Understanding
Stress (page 117).
Eyes Open or Closed
It is fine for a person to receive the treatment with their eyes open,
but there can be a greater effect if their eyes are closed, since it
allows them to relax and focus on their internal sensations. Also,
you can check the eyelids for fluttering, which is a good sign of
relaxation.
Be Humble
Never promise any specific results before a session. Every person
is unique and sometimes the results of a session show up a day or
a week later, depending on the stimulus required to trigger the
stress reaction.
You could say:
“If you want to experience a method that may allow you to relax, I
can show it to you.”
“I know a method for relaxing emotional distress that can be useful
even with severe traumatic experiences. I use it for myself at
times, do you want me to show you?”