Appreciation and being grateful transforms your body – How your thoughts influence your health and wellbeing (and opportunities
- CE
- Sep 12
- 3 min read

Why appreciation and being grateful shifts your focus and wellbeing
What you give your attention to is exactly what your subconscious follows.
When you get stuck in negative thoughts, you train your brain to notice more of what doesn’t work.
But when you choose appreciation instead, your focus shifts and you begin to recognize more positive opportunities around you. This simple shift can become a foundation for better mental health and overall wellbeing. Numerous experiments and studies have shown remarkable differences.
How appreciation affects your body and health
Research shows that experiencing appreciation impacts the body on a deep biological level. When you focus on positive thoughts—that is, when you truly appreciate something—you activate the body’s parasympathetic “rest and digest” system. Stress levels decrease, blood pressure stabilizes, and the immune system becomes stronger.
Appreciation is therefore not just an emotion—it is a biological tool that can help you restore balance in your body and support long-term health.
When negative thought patterns take over – and how to break them
At times, negative thoughts and behavioral patterns can feel difficult to escape. You may want to think more positively, yet find yourself falling back into old habits. In these moments, outside support can make all the difference.
Breaking negative thought patterns with hypnotherapy is highly effective, as it works directly with the subconscious mind where these patterns are rooted.
Hypnotherapy and the CE-Method – Tools for creating new patterns and behaviour which can lead to more positive outcome
At CE-hypnosis, you receive support to transform both thoughts and emotions. Through hypnotherapy and the unique CE-method, you can free yourself from limiting patterns and begin creating new ones—on your terms—in ways that reduce stress and improve health.
The CE-method is specifically designed to work with behavior without forcing you to relive old traumas in depth. This makes change both gentle and powerful.
Once again, what you focus on—whether positive or negative—is exactly what your subconscious follows.
Many who seek help describe the experience of finally being able to appreciate life and opportunities better once they let go of negative focus patterns. Simply put, they don't miss out on great opportunities.
Appreciation – A path to balance and wellbeing in everyday life
Appreciation is not about ignoring problems. It’s about consciously choosing where you place your focus. When you begin to notice what is working in your life—whether it’s a cup of coffee or tea, a smile, or a quiet moment—you positively influence both your mind and your body. Small acts of appreciation can create lasting change for both health and happiness.
Practical tips:
Smile at yourself in the mirror each morning (it has more effect than you think).
Write down a list of things you appreciate.
Look for at least one moment of appreciation during the day.
How CE-hypnosis can support you
At CE-hypnosis, you are given the tools to change thought patterns and build a life with more balance, health, and joy. With the help of hypnotherapy and the CE-method, you can strengthen your inner self, break negative spirals, and allow appreciation to become a natural part of your everyday life. The extra benefits are that you will feel better, and discover more opportunities with a new focus.
Ready to get more out of life?
Are you ready to let go of negative thought patterns and embrace more appreciation? At CE-hypnosis, you’ll find the tools to create lasting change.



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