Most of us blush. But those of us who feel sensitive about it, think that they blush more than the rest of us. Research by Mulkens demonstrates that it is our concern about blushing that makes us feel we blush more. We tend to blush when we feel under scrutiny, when unwanted attention is focused on us, when we feel we have done something foolish and even worse, when someone mentions that they can see we are blushing! It can damage our self-esteem if we feel people are judging us harshly.
There are some positive aspects to blushing. It demonstrates that we have some sense of shame and are not excessively aggressive. It shows that we want to meet the social norms which keep us all working together without too much stress and tension.
But if blushing is making you feel awkward, making you avoid going to parties or applying for jobs, then it can damage your self-confidence. What can you do to get rid of it?
It is something which is treated fairly rapidly with cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy. In just two or three sessions, you will find that you blush less often and are no longer so worried about it.
For a bit of DIY, try just saying out loud to yourself or to a colleague - Here I am blushing again! One of the things that maintains it is our wish to keep it secret. Coming out will take the sting away! And if that is not enough, come and see me!
There are some positive aspects to blushing. It demonstrates that we have some sense of shame and are not excessively aggressive. It shows that we want to meet the social norms which keep us all working together without too much stress and tension.
But if blushing is making you feel awkward, making you avoid going to parties or applying for jobs, then it can damage your self-confidence. What can you do to get rid of it?
It is something which is treated fairly rapidly with cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy. In just two or three sessions, you will find that you blush less often and are no longer so worried about it.
For a bit of DIY, try just saying out loud to yourself or to a colleague - Here I am blushing again! One of the things that maintains it is our wish to keep it secret. Coming out will take the sting away! And if that is not enough, come and see me!
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