"the power to change is within you"

It is almost a week on from the major earthquake that hit Christchurch.  For those who are not in Christchurch and are only able to view images and receive information through the media and social media of television, newspapers, and internet, it is almost a surreal experience for many.  New Zealanders that are not in Christchurch but are scattered throughout New Zealand and around the world can only imagine what it has been like for this city.  I, along with many others, feel helpless, and, at times even guilty, as we go about our daily business as we always have while other peoples’ lives are in ruins. As we all experience our emotions in the days and weeks ahead, we must allow ourselves to experience each emotion and recognise them for what they are – a normal reaction to what has been a big shock for many. 

I would like to send loving thoughts to all those affected by these earthquakes either directly or indirectly, and I hope my hypnotherapy colleagues in Christchurch are faring well and are able to reach out to others who would benefit from their help.

To all those affected:  

Serve others when and where you can.  Take comfort however you can.  And remember that your power comes from within.    Kia Kaha.

I am proud to be a clinical hypnotherapist practising in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. While studying a psychology degree, I became interested in joining the helping profession as a counsellor. Enquiries in this area led me to hypnotherapy – the possibility of helping people to get their desired change in a short space of time convinced me that being the best hypnotherapist that I can be is the best way that I can help people. I am fortunate to be a member on the NZSCAH committee with a dynamic and experienced team of people keen on advancing hypnotherapy to help more people. I graduated in 2008 and became a committee member in 2009 and I am passionate about, and committed to, on-going training.