The idea of changing one’s state of mind, mood, or moving from one emotion to another isn’t anything new.

As psychology has been developed, hypnotherapy emerged to treat mental conditions and behavioral changes. Similarly, there has been a rise in holistic approaches such as aromatherapy, massage therapy, naturopathy, meditation, and more. The purpose of these holistic approaches is to heal every aspect of our being in mind, body and spirit.

Here’s a brief history of hypnosis and meditation as well as ways that you may be able to apply either one to your life.