New Empowered You

03/02/2026

In my hypnotherapy practice, I often see people who want change — and yet keep blocking themselves.

Wanting to lose weight, but seeking comfort in old habits.
Wanting connection, but staying guarded or anxious.
Wanting fulfilment at work, but feeling stuck or conflicted.

These aren’t failures. They’re inner conflicts that once served a purpose.

Learn more in my post:
https://www.new-empowered-you.com/from-be-yourself-to-authenticity/

30/01/2026

“Be yourself” is among the most common pieces of advice and also among the most confusing.

Most people don’t struggle because they don’t want to be authentic, but because different parts inside them pull in opposite directions.

When inner conflicts are unresolved, authenticity isn’t a choice — it’s a process.

Learn more in my post:
https://www.new-empowered-you.com/from-be-yourself-to-authenticity/

16/01/2026

Vandaag en morgen Holistisch Welzijn Wassenaar open dagen!
Jij bent van harte uitgenodigd!

15/01/2026

Morgen openen de deuren van de tweedaagse Holistische Beurs bij Natuurdrogist Anneke in Wassenaar.
Twee dagen lang kun je rondlopen, kennismaken met verschillende therapeuten, gratis mini-consulten ontvangen en deelnemen aan fijne gratis workshops die je helpen om weer dichter bij jezelf te komen.
Van ontspanning en inzicht tot heling en inspiratie – er is van alles te beleven.

Voor een aantal workshops zijn nog een paar plekken beschikbaar.
Wil je daaraan meedoen, dan is vooraf inschrijven nodig via https://www.eventbrite.nl/.../winterdip-reset-uit-de...

Voor mini-consulten en om gewoon rond te kijken kun je ook spontaan binnenlopen en je laten verrassen door wat er op dat moment bij je past. ✨

Gratis workshops en mini-sessies voor meer licht, balans en motivatie in het nieuwe jaar. Doorbreek de winterblues en ontdek nieuwe energie!

09/01/2026

Do you lose control over your mind and body in hypnosis, like someone who takes drugs?

No. And the difference matters.

A drug changes your nervous system through chemicals, which can reduce your ability to regulate what you feel and do. Hypnosis works the other way around. You don’t take anything. You relax, you let go of the constant rational analysis, and you move beyond automatic mental programs that usually run in the background.

In a good hypnotic state, you’re not unconscious. You’re focused inward, more aware, and often more in control than in everyday life. You can still hear what’s happening around you. If something truly important happened, you would respond immediately.

In this video I explain:

Why hypnosis is not the same as “being under influence”

How the rational mind and automatic patterns interact

What it means to go deeper into a more aware, powerful state

Why hypnosis often increases self-control instead of taking it away

If you want to explore how hypnotherapy could help you regain control over anxiety, habits, emotions, or sleep, you can book a free discovery call with me.

📌 Book a free discovery call in my bio
📍 Olga Willemsen, Certified Hypnotherapist (The Hague + online)

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07/01/2026

Januari vraagt niet om meer wilskracht.
Het vraagt om innerlijke afstemming.
Tijdens de Winterdip Reset Open Dag bij Holistisch Welzijn Wassenaar geef ik twee korte ervaringsgerichte workshops:

✨ Winterdip Reset – Weer Licht & Levendig
Een zachte hypnose-ervaring om emotionele zwaarte los te laten
en weer ruimte, lichtheid en levendigheid te voelen.

✨ Doorbreek je Innerlijke Tegenkracht – Activeer je Motivatie
Een krachtige innerlijke reset voor wie vastloopt in uitstel, twijfel
of het gevoel “ik wil wel, maar het lukt niet”.

Geen praten.
Geen analyseren.
Geen geforceerde positiviteit.
Wel: ervaren wat een kleine, goed getimede innerlijke verschuiving kan doen.

📅 Zaterdag 17 januari
📍 Gravestraat 6, Wassenaar
🎟 Gratis deelname, beperkt aantal plaatsen

Elke workshop is een losse sessie.
Je kiest wat bij je past.

👉 Meer info & aanmelden via de link
https://www.eventbrite.nl/o/new-empowered-you-80838776873

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04/01/2026

Today is International Hypnotherapy Day

Hypnotherapy is one of the most misunderstood therapies — and at the same time one of the most powerful.

It is not about losing control, being “put under,” or believing in something mystical.
Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention in which the brain becomes more receptive to change.

This is why hypnotherapy is increasingly used in areas such as:
anxiety and stress regulation
breaking unhelpful habits
motivation and procrastination
emotional processing
pain management
burnout recovery

Its effectiveness is scientifically researched and documented, especially when working with patterns that operate below conscious awareness.

Hypnotherapy doesn’t force change.
It works with the nervous system — gently, efficiently, and often surprisingly fast.

To mark International Hypnotherapy Day,

I’m offering a free hypnosis-experience on:

📅 Saturday, January 17
📍 In person in Wassenaar, Gravestraat 6
💻 Also available online (live stream)

The session is called:
✨ Winter Dip Reset – Light and Alive Again ✨

A 30-minute guided hypnosis experience to release emotional heaviness and reconnect with inner lightness and clarity.

This session is suitable even if you’ve never experienced hypnosis before.

👉 You’re welcome to join in person or online.

Registration via Eventbrite (link in the comment below).

Warmly,
Olga

03/01/2026

Winter Blues Reset – Light and Alive Again (Sat Jan 17)

Less light, less energy, more inner pressure — even when life itself is going “fine”.

That heaviness is not a weakness.
It’s a natural response of the nervous system to this time of year.

That’s why, during the January Open Days of Holistisch Welzijn Wassenaar, I’m offering a short experiential workshop:

✨ Winter Blues Reset – Light and Alive Again ✨
A 30-minute hypnosis experience to gently release emotional heaviness and reconnect with inner lightness and clarity.

It’s a guided inner experience that helps your system reset — often felt immediately as more space, calm, and emotional movement.

📅 Saturday, January 17
📍 Natuurdrogist Anneke, Gravestraat 6, Wassenaar
🎟 Free, limited places

Each workshop during the Open Days is a separate session — you’re welcome to choose what fits you.

👉 More information & registration:
EN workshop:
https://www.facebook.com/events/778576625187962
NL workshop:
https://fb.me/e/5ME97lpJ6

29/12/2025

Peaceful December holiday

25/12/2025

The days around Christmas often feel different from the rest of the year. There is a natural slowing down. A small opening in the usual pace of life. It is an invitation to notice.

Noticing yourself. Noticing how this year has shaped you. What it has asked of you. What you have carried. What you may be ready to put down. These reflections ask for honesty and gentleness.

From this quieter place, clarity can begin to form, clarity about what truly feels aligned for you now.

I wish you a Christmas time that feels unhurried, moments of warmth and genuine connection, and the inner space to let the new year emerge from clarity.

23/12/2025

I recently invested both time and money in an AI bootcamp. On paper, the certificate mentions six hours. In reality, the learning stretched far beyond that. The real value emerged through practice, reflection, and applying what I learned to my own work.

What shifted most was my confidence. AI stopped feeling like a productivity hack and started functioning as a thinking partner. I now use it to explore ideas, develop strategies, and work through complex tasks with more focus. This saves time not by speeding things up, but by removing unnecessary friction.

The process also clarified the boundaries of AI. It works best when paired with human judgment, experience, and responsibility. Strategic use requires intention. It requires knowing what you want to explore and being willing to question your own thinking.

This experience mirrors something I see often in my professional work. Growth rarely comes from surface level engagement. It comes from depth, commitment, and honest experimentation.

If you are curious about using AI in a way that supports clear thinking rather than replacing it, this kind of learning path may be worth considering.

11/12/2025

A large part of my work focuses on the invisible connection between mental and physical health. A recent study on young women adds clarity to a pattern that many clients feel but cannot name. The researchers measured natural killer cells, which are essential for early immune defence. They found that anxiety and insomnia were associated with a significant reduction in these cells.

When anxiety rises and sleep becomes disrupted, the nervous system often stays in a heightened state. This internal pressure affects more than mood. It may weaken the immune response and increase vulnerability to inflammation over time.

Many young women already feel the emotional weight of anxiety and poor sleep. What they may not realise is how deeply the body reacts. Early emotional care may protect long term health.

Hypnotherapy offers a gentle and effective way to address the root causes of anxiety and restore a sense of inner steadiness. Once the mind settles, the body may follow.

If you or someone you love is struggling with anxiety and sleep, know that support exists. Taking care of the inner landscape may support immunity in the long run.

Alhamawi RM, et al. Insomnia and anxiety: exploring their hidden effect on natural killer cells among young female adults. Front Immunol. 2025;16. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2025.1698155