[CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes elements of hypnosis and guided relaxation. PLEASE READ SAFETY DISCLAIMER BELOW]

This is a preview bonus episode available only Drift Off Premium. Tonight I am sharing this bonus guided sleep hypnosis and relaxation for you to use at bedtime for better sleep!  This hypnosis is designed to help elicit deep relaxation by using an evidence based relaxation technique known as progressive muscle relaxation, followed by hypnotic suggestions for the listener to help attain deep sleep.

Attributions:
Sleep Hypnosis Script (written and produced by Joanne D'Amico Certified Hypnotist)
Background music: 'Breathe Deeply' by STEMS MELODY Megan Wofford via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Hypnosis is commonly misunderstood and often discounted as a promising treatment for better sleep. I have included some links below of some of the research studies that have been done that provides some evidence of the benefits of hypnosis for better sleep. It is important to mention that many more studies are necessary before sleep hypnosis can be a standardized medically approved treatment for sleep problems.

Progressive muscle relaxation has been extensively researched for many years by the medical community and research studies have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt, that it is extremely beneficial and effective for those who suffer from insomnia as well as other conditions like anxiety, depression and general muscle tension. I have included links to a few studies here.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24882909/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29198290/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31862277/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32379667/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279320/

SAFETY DISCLAIMER:
The content on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing herein is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any mental and physical disease. This video is not meant to be a replacement for medical, psychological or professional counselling.  Please do not listen to this recording while driving or operating any machinery. Only listen when you can relax safely.

PLEASE NOTE: I use my training as a Certified Hypnotist to help me effectively script my guided sleep hypnosis videos on YouTube and ON my Drift Off podcast for 'relaxation' purposes only! At this time, I am not doing one on one sessions or group hypnosis sessions. Thank you!

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