Higher Psychology. Maxim Vlasov

it overcomes, not so much through visible and clear logic, but through unconscious thoughts. As a result, he shows his best results and reaches high places in competitions. Not to say that this is a key success factor, although who knows how to measure it to know for sure, but it is definitely important. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that the athlete has the right internal attitudes. And in real life, not only for the athlete, but for everyone in general. Everyone who wants to live a decent life.

      For a specialist in higher psychology, it is only important to set a goal for the person they are working with. It is necessary to offer the client some attitudes that he will inspire himself, considering them acceptable to himself. The methodology of the same affirmations can be explained like this, but оas you can see, it’s not complicated and let it work. And the specialist only checks the client’s discipline, offering him to report on the work done, both in writing and orally. To avoid the fact that the client starts whining, they say, these damn affirmations of yours don’t work, no matter how many things I haven’t said to myself, no effect. These doubts and skepticism should be helped to overcome the client, so that he does not go limp. Let him continue to work with affirmations until a tangible result appears. We need toть ensure that the client performs autosuggestion frequently and efficiently, reminding them that it is important. And insisting on it. Otherwise, why do you need a specialist? The client can read about how to do this in books like this. And a specialist needs to ensure that a person not only knows how to do it, but also does it properly.

      Stages of the suggestion process

      The suggestion process can be broken down into several key stages:

      1. Attracting attention: You need to capture the subject’s attention so that they don’t get distracted by other things. When you work with a person, it seems that he is not distracted by anything, all his attention is directed at you. But this is an erroneous opinion. A person can fly in the clouds, think about something of their own, and not hear even half of what is being said to them. And understand even less. Just because he is not focused, not interested in communication. Of course, we can say that if a person is not attentive, somewhere out there in another place with his thoughts, he is already positioned for suggestions, he is already in a trance. Talk and tell him something, and let him not think aboutit, let в фоновом режимеhim perceive everything in the background, this is what is needed to bypass the conscious censor and gain a foothold in his subconscious. So it is, if you do not take into account the fact that when a person is immersed in other thoughts, he will not perceive our background information properly. Something can and will get into him, it should, but the main thing for him will be his thoughts, which he actively drives over his head, not paying attention to us. But we still need a person to focus more on our message, even if it is intended for his subconscious, but nevertheless, at least somehow, he should hear us. Therefore, it is necessary to attract his attention by sorting out different emotional moments in his story, telling about yourself, voicing different stimuli if you communicate live, or writing to him about what he might be hooked on if the communication is remote, so that something interests him, something may frighten, anger, amuse. So that he sets up his senses for us, and not something else.

      2. Reduction of Conscious Control: To achieve this, it is necessary to distract the client from analyzing what is happening, so they cannot resist the information. They should be attuned to its perception but not to its reflection. Reducing conscious control for suggestion can be accomplished through various techniques designed to diminish critical thinking and increase receptivity. These include hypnosis and suggestive techniques that help deepen relaxation and activate internal resources. Meditation and relaxation practices also aid in reducing stress and enhancing openness to suggestions. The use of music and sound effects creates a calming atmosphere, while establishing a trusting relationship between the suggestor and the recipient increases the effectiveness of the impact.

      In my practice, I like to distract people from critically perceiving information by engaging them in pleasant conversations. I ask them about their desires, dreams, and positive memories from their lives, as well as what they can take pride in. I also praise them for certain qualities, actions, abilities, and achievements. I share some of my own ideas that align with their interests. I reassure them that they will succeed, that everything will be fine, and that they will achieve many things. People notice that I am well-disposed toward them, that I respect and recognize them, and that I genuinely want to help. As a result, they relax and begin to trust me. It is important to be honest and have pure intentions to appear sincere. When people sense this sincerity, they become more willing to accept any information.

      3. Suggestion formulation: Clearly articulating commands or instructions for the subject is the next step. You can’t put complex things, complex words, or complex verbal constructions in the subconscious mind. Commands and instructions should be simple. Like the choruses of songs, like memes, like proverbs and sayings, even a child should understand them. And they must be clear, affirmative, without a shadow of doubt, without any reservations or other things that can interfere with their perception and following them. No “maybe”, “probably”, “partially”, just a complete, unambiguous, uncompromising statement. We tell peopleуthat, for example, they will recover tomorrow or that they will do something, say, pass an exam, lift the right weight at a competition, or go and meet a girl/guy, we say without any assumptions. That is, without any, doubt, you will probably do it, most likely you will recover. Or you will recover in the near future, without specifying a time frame. That is, we leave no room for doubt and interpretation of our messages. Otherwise, their strength will decrease.

      Of course, those familiar with the technique of Ericksonian hypnosis will say that doubts can also play a role in this process, allowing for negotiation with a person’s subconscious rather than simply imposing something on them. This is indeed true and can be effectively utilized. Everything can be used. Our main goal is to create in a person’s mind the reality they need – comfortable, motivating, calming, and happy, depending on the situation. So if the Ericksonian approach helps us achieve this, then we should embrace it. In higher psychology, we are creators, not just researchers. We use everything at our disposal to shape the reality we desire in people’s minds, as well as in our own. Anything that is available can be beneficial. Ericksonian hypnosis, of course, is also suitable for higher psychology.

      Unlike traditional hypnosis, which often involves directive commands – commands or orders issued by the authority figure, in this case, the specialist, that are expected to be followed by the subordinate, or client – Ericksonian hypnosis employs a more gentle and unobtrusive interaction. It uses indirect commands and metaphors to engage with the subconscious mind, allowing the client to interpret and accept the proposed ideas independently. Instead of direct instructions, as seen in traditional hypnosis, a more subtle and unobtrusive approach is utilized.

      For example, instead of saying, “You’re relaxing, “the hypnotherapist might phrase it as,“I wonder how your body might start to relax when you listen to my voice.” This formulation allows the client to decide for themselves how they will respond to the suggestion, which creates a sense of control and security. Or you can say, “when you decide to relax,” we will continue to work with you. In this case, a person is not forced, is not encouraged, he is led to the right decision, action.

      Another example might include the use of metaphors. A hypnotherapist can tell a story about how a person overcomes obstacles on the way to their goal. In the process of telling a story, they may say, “Imagine going down this path and finding new strength in yourself to eventually achieve your goal.” This indirect suggestion directs the client’s attention to their internal resources and capabilities, without requiring them to act directly.

      These examples show how Ericksonian hypnosis uses language and metaphors to achieve changes in the client’s subconscious mind, allowing them to find their own solutions and adapt to new conditions. Let’s go back to this method later and discuss it in more detail. In higher psychology, it can be very useful in cases where traditional suggestion commands with people do not work. In the meantime,