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Weight loss hypnosis?

I'm having trouble sticking to a diet, and I'm considering trying other methods to help me with weight loss. Have you heard of hypnosis for weight-loss? Is it effective in your experience?

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Unaware
Hypnosis doesn’t usually last and not everyone can be hypnotized, especially for a length of time. But you can try it
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Hypnosis is an effective psychotherapy but I do not have experience using it for weight loss
Hypnosis has about a 20 % success rate
This link will help guide you in your decision.
http://www.oprah.com/health/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-can-hypnosis-help-you-lose-weight/all
In my practice I use a form of self-hypnosis using a deep stare of relaxation process.