The word hypnosis is derived from the Greek word hypnos, meaning sleep. Hypnotism is often presumed to make someone go under a state of reduced consciousness while the person remains awake. The general behavior of those under hypnosis are being extremely positive to suggestions, and achieving a high level of relaxation.



Ever been so engrossed with a movie or a book that you did not immediately notice someone calling you already at the top of his voice? Reading, writing, closely listening to a record are examples of activities that can put us in a light trance, and altering our attention such that we can become extremely attentive to these, that we unconsciously shut off outside subjects vying for our attention.









This kind of phenomenon, referred to as self-hypnosis, is so common and so human a trait that Milton Erickson, a hypnotism expert in the 20th century, concluded that people hypnotize themselves on a daily basis.



Hypnosis is now widely used by many top sports stars to improve their game, but is it possible to use hypnosis to become a better poker player? When you become aware of all the great things that have been achieved with the power of hypnosis, you have to answer 'Yes' to this question. Definitely yes.



It's now a proven fact that hypnosis and simply changing your frame of mind can help you lose weight, quit smoking and overcome many other challenges.



To quote Matt Damon, poker playing star of the movie 'Rounders', "I should have done it years ago. It's amazing I didn't even want cigarettes anymore." describing his hypnosis experience to Jay Leno on The Tonight Show in 2004.



As far back as 1956, many European and Eastern Bloc Olympic teams travelled with hypnotherapists, and after the L. A. Lakers winning game against the Sacramento Kings in 2002, Coach Phil Jackson credited their morning practice of self-hypnosis, meditation, and visualization with giving the Lakers the belief that they could win.



Hypnosis is also now widely accepted in golf with many of the top professionals using it to improve their game. Golf Digest magazine says Tiger Woods undergoes extensive mental training including hypnosis.



In fact thousands of sports stars have successfully used hypnosis to become champions in their field and there is no reason why poker players should not benefit from these techniques to improve their game too. As so much of poker is about strength of mind, it could be said it is the perfect arena for hypnosis.



Learning poker strategy is vital but improving your mental game could give you the edge over opponents. Poker requires being able to focus for long periods of time, and winning at any sport requires you have belief and confidence in yourself and your abilities.



Hypnosis can help with this and it's so easy to get started. Self hypnosis simply requires relaxing and

listening to the professional hypnotherapist's words, and as a wonderful side effect, it should help you feel totally refreshed.

By: Iain

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