With the power of your mind visualize yourself asking open-ended questions to encourage the other person to share more. See yourself paraphrasing what they’ve said, and summarizing the main points.

Here is a hypnotherapy script to help develop active listening:

Induction

“Welcome to this hypnotherapy session, where you’ll learn to develop active listening skills and improve your communication with others. Get comfortable, take a deep breath in, and as you exhale, allow yourself to relax. Imagine yourself in a peaceful, calming environment, where you feel safe and supported.

“Take another deep breath in, and as you exhale, allow your eyelids to grow heavy, your shoulders to drop, and your body to relax even further. With each breath, feel yourself becoming more and more relaxed, calm, and peaceful.

“Now, imagine yourself standing at the top of a staircase, with 10 steps leading down to a peaceful, relaxing place. With each step, repeat the phrase ‘I am becoming more relaxed’ to yourself. Take your first step down, and say ‘I am becoming more relaxed.’ Take your second step down, and say ‘I am becoming more relaxed.’ Continue down the stairs, repeating the phrase until you reach the bottom, where you feel completely relaxed and calm.”

Deepening

“Imagine yourself in a peaceful, relaxing place, surrounded by tranquility and serenity. Feel the calmness spreading through your body, starting from the crown of your head, down to your toes. With each breath, allow yourself to relax even further, letting go of any tension or stress.

“Now, visualize a warm, soothing light filling your body, calming your mind, and opening your ears to active listening. As this light spreads, repeat the phrase ‘I am open to hearing others’ to yourself, allowing the words to sink deep into your subconscious mind.”

Active Listening

“Imagine yourself in a conversation with someone, and see yourself giving them your full attention. See yourself maintaining eye contact, nodding your head, and leaning forward to show that you’re engaged in the conversation.

“Hear the other person’s words, and repeat them back to yourself in your mind. Repeat the phrase ‘I understand what you’re saying’ to yourself, feeling a sense of clarity and comprehension.

“Now, visualize yourself asking open-ended questions to encourage the other person to share more. See yourself paraphrasing what they’ve said, and summarizing the main points.

“Repeat the phrase ‘I am an active listener’ to yourself, feeling a sense of confidence and competence. You are now more attentive, more engaged, and more effective in your communication with others.”

Practice

“Take a few moments to practice active listening in your mind. Imagine yourself in different conversations, and see yourself using active listening skills to understand and respond to others.

“Repeat the phrase ‘I am a skilled active listener’ to yourself, feeling a sense of mastery and proficiency. You are now more comfortable and confident in your ability to listen actively and respond effectively.”

Integration

“Remember to take this newfound skill of active listening with you, carrying it into your daily life. You are now more aware of the importance of listening in your communication with others, and you are more committed to practicing active listening in all your conversations.

“Repeat the phrase ‘I will practice active listening’ to yourself, feeling a sense of responsibility and accountability. You are now more effective in your communication, and you are more likely to build strong, meaningful relationships with others.”

Counting Up

“Now, slowly count up from 1 to 10, feeling more alert, more awake, and more confident in your ability to listen actively with each number. When you reach 10, you’ll be fully awake, refreshed, and ready to take on your day with improved communication skills.”

Remember to record yourself reading this script and listen to it regularly, especially when you want to improve your communication skills and develop active listening.