Is the Adverse Effect of Stress All In Your Mind?

 

Research reveals stress causes distinct changes in brain function and health.  (Photo source: ercare24.com)

According to this recent article published by ChiefExecutive Magazine, the answer is yes…literally!  This is why stress mitigation activities, such as meditation, mindfulness, and…yes…self-hypnosis, are so important to our success, health, and overall wellness.

 

“Scientists studying the relationship between well-being and leadership found that the brain’s prefrontal cortex (or PFC) plays a key role in the quality of leadership behavior.  Dysfunctions in the prefrontal cortex can be either more “chronic” or situational. Acute stress may disrupt typical PFC functioning, causing negative actions such as handling emotions poorly.”

A Special Thanks After a Special Show

Last month the social studies department at James Hubert Blake High School in Silver Spring, Maryland hosted me for a special performance of my Hypnotic Experience show.

It was special because I was afforded more time to perform, which allowed me to include comedic aspects when demonstrating hypnosis.  This wasn’t a Las Vegas style act.  However, my exceptional group of volunteers did share with the audience their wonderful and imaginative creativity.

I happily donate my time to speak and perform at high schools in the Washington, DC area.  It’s a great way to give back to the community and to de-mystify hypnosis – what it is (and what it isn’t).

I expect nothing in return, although when I do receive a “thank you” it is very much appreciated.  Here is a thoughtful card the students signed for me.    

 

  

 

 

 

A Hypnotic Return to Clarksburg High School

While Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) remain attentive to Covid19, life on campus for students has returned to near normal.  That means I am once again invited to speak to high school students who are enrolled in psychology and health/wellness classes about hypnosis.

I volunteer my time each year to do this because it’s one of the ways I give back to the community.  It’s also a lot of fun, as the students are typically interested and engaged in the topic.

Last Friday I was hosted by the psychology teachers at Clarksburg High School to talk with their students.  It was an incredible day, as I attracted a wonderful group of talented, creative, and thoughtful kids who were interested in trying hypnosis.

I’ve included below links to videos one of the teachers shared on Twitter of hypnosis in action.  A BIG thanks to everyone at Clarksburg for how warmly I was received. 

Nothing like a morning nap.  pic.twitter.com/h4FBY3Jzb1

— Coyote AP Psychology (@CburgPsych) 

 

 Never fails to amaze!  pic.twitter.com/zeUR2Sahoz

— Coyote AP Psychology (@CburgPsych)