Tom Barber MA, DHp - Director, Contemporary College of Therapeutic Studies, UK.
Roy Hunter`s writings, without exception, show a deep and passionate belief in his work, and in the power of the subconscious mind to effect change. This book carries on this tradition in style. Just one look at the contents shows the reader that they are about to go on a journey of discovery into the world of mastering change through the use of creative hypnotic strategies.

From the first chapter he delivers what he tells you he will, showing you how this book will help you, not just telling you that it will. This does what every great book should do, which is put you into the right `frame` of mind before you start, which is where the most profound subconscious learning takes place. Roy further educates the reader in the states of the mind which enable this change to take place, giving a real sense of solidity in his message, backed up by scientific means.

A journey back into the roots of hypnosis shows a colourful array of historical figures involved in the shaping of the modern day use of hypnosis and in particular `hypnotherapy` which, apart from being a fascinating historical account, adds to the weight of this book as a `must read` for anybody seriously wanting to be informed from the top into the subject.

We are then introduced to the `gateways` into effective change and just what needs to be taken into account for ultimate transformation to take place. I have long been convinced that hypnosis alone is not enough, that to make a real difference, a process of education needs to occur, and Roy offers the reader just that, a step by step process of what needs to happen to help somebody achieve what they desire. Exercises in planning, `clearing` and pure plain `mental muscle` help this process take effect and become part of the how to change that Roy promises at the start of this book.

The book continues with the power of `daydreaming`, helping the reader appreciate at a conscious level just how powerful the book`s message is and how important it is to address what one allows to journey through their mind from moment to moment. My own love of linguistics is captured in the exquisite way Roy educates us to the power of words, to a depth I have not seen in one book before.

Finally, if it wasn`t enough to tell us in such a powerful way `how` to use hypnosis to its fullest extent, as he promised he would, Roy offers further ideas as to what to do with this knowledge once it is acquired.

I have had the pleasure of being in some of Roy`s master classes a few years ago in California, and was impressed by the depth of his knowledge back then. More so I was mesmerised by the pure joy and passion he has in his work. This book is a real gem, and one which shows his commitment to the profession like few can or do. It will go to the top of our College`s reading list without doubt.

If you really want to know your stuff in the world of hypnosis and Empowerment, look no further than Master the Power of Self Hypnosis.
Guest | 10/02/2011 00:00
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