In the 1970’s, two Californians by the name of Richard Bandler and John Grinder were credited as creating a new approach to communication, personal development and psychotherapy. They called this new approach Neuro-linguistic Programming, or NLP. They claimed that for all people, there’s a connection between neurological processes, language and behavior patterns which we learn […]
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The History of Treating Smoking with Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy has been increasing as a psychological therapy in Australia since the 1940s. Hypnosis first gained formal approval in both Britain and the United States in the late 1950’s. The American Medical Association professionally recognized and publicly acknowledged hypnotherapy as a valid procedure in 1958. Today it is valued as helpful therapy to assist patients who have […]
Lung Cancer Can Kill You Faster Than You Think
After you read this sentence, imagine the last time you had a horrible cold or the flu and struggled to breathe, coughed continuously and ached all over; then close your eyes, exhale and hold your breath for 30 to 45 seconds while continuing to remember. Did you do it? If so, you briefly experienced in a […]
How one business reduced their absenteeism by helping their staff quit smoking
In recent times, it has become more popular for employers to play an integral part in the health of their employees. Some businesses like to help their employees quit smoking because they feel that it is something that they can do to benefit their valued employees. Other businesses do it simply because it has been […]
Smoking damages your lungs and can lead to Emphysema
The Negative Effects of Smoking Have you thought about quitting smoking but have not yet tried with success? Or, maybe you have given it a try, but are still smoking cigarettes? We don’t have to preach to you to tell you that it’s bad for your health. You already know about potential consequences. But you […]