Personal Development

Self-Esteem

High self-esteem is a basic essential of success. Low self-esteem, however, does not suddenly appear, like the symptom of an illness. It develops, like a cancer, usually unnoticed in early stages, but spreading slowly throughout the mind until, when recognized, it may be full-blown and demoralizingly destructive.

Low self-esteem actually, must be dealt with before progress can be achieved,in building self-confidence and creating motivation. It is difficult for a person to show confidence when he views himself negatively.

While poor self-esteem can emanate from events which might be considered, personal setbacks( in business, relationships, health, etc.) The primary cause is negative programming from the past. It might be a product of judgemental parents, teachers, authority figures, relatives, or friends. Many times derogatory comments ridicule, relentless criticism and similar factors ignore commendable achievement and simply focus on and accentuate the negative.

We know that the subconscious mind is the storage house of memory. Through hypnotherapy it is possible to set aside the conscious mind, seek, locate and uncover the detrimental memories which are adversely affecting the personality and in bringing the problems to light and understanding, accomplish a resolution which can free the client from the past and open the doors to future progress and achievement.

Motivation

With self-esteem and confidence enhanced improved motivation comes into the spotlight. Psychologist , Abraham Ma slow defined five levels at which people are motivated. Psychological-- food, drink, sleep, sex;; Safety--protection, freedom from fear, order; Belonging ness--love, social contact, family, friends; Esteem--self-respect, need to be valued; ; Self-actualization--the need to grow, to achieve one's potential.

Essential to generating positive motivation is elimination of any fear of failure (or its often hidden counter-part, fear of success). First, it is important to recognize motivations and subsequent successes of the past. Second, a sense of direction is needed (Where am I going"). Then comes the all important factor of "goal-setting." Not the ultimate goal, but a short term, quickly achievable goal--a first step to provide convincing proof that forward movement is established. Finally, on achievement of this goal, self-reward. This construes self-recognition, a powerful motivating factor.

Success Breeds Success

The purpose of establishing short-term, successive goals is important to understand. A small success generates additional confidence. It creates a sense of completion, readiness and eagerness for the next step. The end result: motivation!

This was researched by the educational facility of the National Guild of Hypnotists - the largest professional organization of its kind.