It’s the season for weddings. I know this for two reasons, one because my rooms are opposite Bramhall Methodist church and I often see the happy throng gathered outside the church eagerly anticipating the bride’s arrival. Also, I have the privilege of being my friend Mike’s best man in September.

I have been best man before, and it can be a stressful experience, organising the stag party, practical things on the day and then the dreaded speech! I have spent many a night struggling with the words and fretting whether or not my jokes will be regarded as funny or will the bride’s mother not approve. I must say I am far more relaxed about the affair this time around, probably because of what I do for a living and perhaps my age!

The fear of public speaking is the most common ‘phobia’ in the UK, followed by…yes you guessed it the fear of spiders. Most of my hypnotherapy clients report a fear of public speaking which usually boils down to a fear of being the focus of attention or being judged. I am pleased to report, that in my experience, this is something that can be easily resolved through a couple of sessions of hypnotherapy. As with all fears, it is stored in our subconscious, and the best way of dealing with such issues is simply to talk, persuade, cajole the subconscious mind to drop off the fear. Your local hypnotherapist can do this; I do this almost constantly from my offices in Bramhall, Cheshire.

Now as we know gents, us guys are bit-part players on the day. Really it’s all about the bride (and her Mum). They want to look their best on the big day and we at Calm Minds can offer hypnotherapy for those who want to perhaps loose a few pounds and fit into that stunning dress. Hypnotherapy for weight loss is the most popular type of therapy that I carry out. I have written on it extensively before, but it’s not about diets, diets don’t work. It’s about changing habits and dealing with emotions that lead to weight gain.

Enjoy your day, and be happy together (that’s all about communication in the broadest sense). If you need help with nerves around speeches or want to feel better on the special occasion, please call me at Calm Minds in Bramhall.