Introduction to Hypnotic Metaphor & Storytelling.
  • Introduction to the course & initial frames for learning.
  • What is a Metaphor?
  • The Main functions of metaphorical storytelling
  • The Difference between a Hypnotic Metaphor & an Analogy.
  • The Skill of being Artfully Vague
  • A Framework for using Hypnotic Metaphors to create Change
  • A Quick Resource: Facebook support Group Information.
  • Sources of Inspiration for finding Stories.
  • End of Section Summary.
The Fundamentals of Hypnotic Metaphors.
  • Isomorphism & Metaphor.
  • Isomorphism Demonstration - spot the comparisons.
  • Isomorphism Demonstration & Worked Example.
  • How to Pace & Lead with Metaphorical Stories.
  • Exercise on Isomorphism.
  • General Framework Revisited.
  • The Transformational Theme Framework.
  • Using Metaphors in a formal Hypnosis Session
  • Homomorphic Metaphors.
  • Homomorphic Metaphor - a demonstration.
  • End of Section Review.
Advanced use of Hypnotic Metaphors.
  • Introducing Representational systems.
  • Utilising Representational Systems.
  • Representational Systems Exercise.
  • Universals - how to make your stories more relatable.
  • Universals - A Demonstration.
  • The Use of "Quotes" within your Stories.
  • The Interspersal Technique - Sprinkling Suggestions.
  • The 'I' to 'you' Switch technique.
  • Open Story Loops.
  • Stacking Realities - an Introduction.
  • Stacking Realities - a further application.
  • Stacking Realities - a Demonstration.
  • Stacking Realities - An Overall Framework.
  • Stacking Realities - An Exercise.
Hypnotic Metaphor & Storytelling Examples.
  • Introduction to the Section.
  • Accessing Resources - The Harry Potter Story.
  • Adversity - The Glacier Expedition Story.
  • The Power of Possibility - The Olympic Diver Story.
  • Achieving your Mission - Planting 1000 Acorns Story.
  • Happiness & Fulfilment - The Alchemist Story.
  • What you're looking for is closer than you think - Marrakesh Story.
  • The Equilibrium Story - emotional management.
Closing Comments.
  • Recommended Reading & Closing Comments.
Bonus Section: Q & A and further resources.
  • Facebook Support Group for Online students
  • Welcome to Q & A.
  • Do all your stories have to be inspirational?
  • How do you become skilled in your use of hypnotic metaphor?
  • How do you make your stories more influential?