Blood flow increased in the part of the brain that processes color vision. Hypnotizing Yourself For my antimigraine campaign, the idea was to create an experience of calm. At my appointment with the hypnotherapist, I listened to his voice saying that the muscles in my body might begin to lengthen, that I could discover just how comfortable I could become. He suggested that when I became completely conscious, I would discover that I could enjoy all of these comforts, even with my eyes open. I suspect my sessions allowed me to incorporate a deepened sense of relaxation into my daily life, which alleviated the stress that was partly responsible for triggering my migraines.
People often picture specific images to achieve a goal.
To soften a headache, for example, I might have conjured up an ice pack on my head. Then you turn down pain as you would turn down the volume of a radio. The technique employs powers of attention similar to those involved in watching a film. But when the movie begins, you concentrate on it and lose track of the audience. You choose to switch your focus.