Stuart - Male aged 54 – Social care worker – presenting issues of low self-esteem, general anxiety disorder and difficulties with emotional expression and intimacy.
"I have to admit to thinking this was all a bit 'airy-fairy' for me, but decided to commit to the session and the homework because of the scientific basis to it.
It is now 3 weeks since I finished my 3 weeks homework. I found this easy to do and it became a nightly habit before I went to sleep.
I can honestly say that this treatment has made a big difference to me. I have an improved memory, and a clarity of thinking and expression I've never had before. It's like the computer of my brain has been 'de-fragmented' and optimised, and I have easier access to the 'files'. My brain now seems to have the ability to identify what I need and to get it. It feels 'switched-on'.
I've noticed long-standing habits and routines are changed; and I'm thinking and evaluating things first. My anxiety is greatly improved – at last! I'm not catastrophising things any more, like I used to either. I'm more balanced and rational. I even stood up to my boss who is a bully – which felt great too. I was clear and assertive with him in a way I would only have fantasised about before.
My partner says that she finds me easier and clearer to talk with too – and we are now working on our problems in a much better and more effective way. I would not have gone for couples counselling as it's just not for me.
If I had an image that fits, it would be of my brain being made of Emmental cheese – with all the holes in – and now having had melted cheese poured into that which has filled up all the holes and made my brain feel solid and complete. In absolute silence I can hear the high-pitched hum of my brain working which I understand is due to it's improved blood flow and functioning. I can see the treatment working at all levels for people and I'm definitely happy to recommend it."
Jill – aged 53 – private health-care practitioner – presenting issue of stress and feeling 'out of control'.
"It's been about 2 months since I finished my 'homework' – although I do still listen to the special sounds on the CD - as and when. I was scared at first because I thought the brain 'entrainment' was something to do with brainwashing! It isn't!
The process on the day was unlike anything I'd ever done or had before but I'm so pleased I went ahead despite my fears. It's weird, but it feels as if my brain is somehow more 'solid' now; and I can hear it working when there's no other sounds around.
Instead of the constant 'mind chatter' I used to have going on in my head – distracting and confusing me and working out loads of different and awful scenarios – I now usually have a song or a tune in my head-space instead! I'm definitely calmer – in my core. It's as if I've found a common-sense adult in me that calms and soothes the Scaredy-Cat who was around most of the time before. I even managed to drive on the M25 the other day! I'd have been petrified at the thought of that and would have avoided it at all costs. It wasn't the greatest journey but I did stay calm – even in heavy traffic and in pouring rain.... that's a big achievement for me!
People who know me say that I seem calmer and a bit more detached from the crisis that is my life at present. I still have the stress but I handle it much better now....I'm back in the driving seat!
I'm happy to write this and to recommend the process. It's very inexpensive compared to the months of counselling I've had in the past which didn't really help me to deal with what life throws at me. Well worth the money....thanks Maxine!"
Wendy – female mid 30's – presenting issue Tension and Stress and lack of good sleep. Works part-time and has two small children.
I decided to try this method because, being very health conscious, I didn't want to take medication- and that was all my doctor was offering me. I couldn't afford the time and expense of counselling either. I was a bit concerned about what might be involved but the information on the website really helped – as I understood it enough to realise that it was scientifically backed-up. I've finished the three weeks of audio-homework but will keep on listening to the CD because it's so good for me! I am kind of 'deeply calm and mildly detached' - yet still mentally sharp. The stresses that go with running a house and having two small children are still there of course – but it's as if I can just cope and get on with it without getting all stressed out and shouty.....that's going to be such a great benefit to my children in the longer term. The sleep I get is much better too; it's deeper and I wake up feeling as if I've had a sleep. I can't remember the last time I felt like that ......probably years ago before I had the kids. If I could use an analogy, it feels like I've had my brain 'tuned-up' like you would have a car engine tuned-up....I'm 'running better' and am much happier because of it; and I didn't have to plod through weeks of counselling or resort to drugs - which all have side effects too. I'd definitely recommend QPP - to everyone I can!
Catherine - aged 49yrs - admin manager.
I wasn't sure what to expect from QPP but thought it would be worth a try to improve my state of mind following divorce. The session made me realise that I had a very negative attitude to myself, physical and mental. The homework was a bit of a nuisance but was easy to fit in. I now have a much more positive attitude, more energy and confidence. I am calmer than normal and on an even keel. I feel better about my appearance which in turn has given me confidence. I normally have no willpower ...but I find cutting out alcohol, cigarettes and unhealthy food is now easier.
Jane - 47 years - mature student
I have to say that I found the night-time audio homework a pain - because of my partner's irritation with me 'tuning out' from him for half an hour before bed - but he did notice a real difference in me which was worth it. I seem calmer and happier in general and I'm sleeping better. I feel more positive and definitely have more mental clarity as well as recognising my negative thinking patterns. There's not so much chatter in my head going on now....and I didn't have my usual moodiness and anxiety leading up to my period.
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