In hypnotherapy, there is a point where the client is encouraged to find a gift waiting for them that will support them on their journey. Every client finds it, and it is rarely what you would expect: a rock, cane, flashlight, candle, tree, butterfly, grandmother’s ring, etc. That gift then becomes their symbol of empowerment. It always has meaning, even if it is not apparent at first.

Lately, I have been using the image of carrying a baby in a front pouch when it comes to eating. Of course, the baby is me. The image of me feeding the baby things that are not good for her helps me avoid sugars, too many carbs, and even that second glass of beer. If it’s not good for my baby, it’s not good for me.

Make sense?

One client told me she didn’t see any gift, just a beautiful pink balloon. When I said that just might be it, she was reluctant to accept it because “it didn’t make sense.” Later she discovered its meaning and was happy for the image.

The nice thing is that you don’t have to be in a trance to envision a gift from your spirit guides. Just sit quietly and ask to be shown a gift or a symbol to guide you. When something appears, don’t question it.

Sit with it for a few minutes and ask it to show how it can help you now. Then imagine putting it in your pocket (no matter how big, it will always fit in your pocket. After all, it is not a tangible gift.)

Give it a try. I would love to hear about your experiences with this exercise!

Time to pamper the baby,

Mary