I just had hypnotherapy for my seafood aversion and it's working! What should I try? [View All]

I've always wanted to like seafood but for some reason that I couldn't explain I just didn't. It never made any sense to me because I'm really into cooking and ethnic cuisine of all varieties, I love to try new things, and when I look at a well-prepared seafood dish I think it *looks* delicious. I am tired of missing out when we travel or when I go out to eat with my husband and his family (they are Asian and absolutely adore seafood).

The therapist was very nice and thought she could help me. We went over a list of possible reasons (i.e. was a texture thing, a visual, a bad memory, the smell, etc.) and she was pretty convinced it was a mental block because all varieties of seafood do not taste the same, so it wouldn't be a matter of pure taste.

The hypnosis itself was pretty wonderful, very calming and felt almost like getting a brain massage. I was aware the whole time, but definitely in another mental state. It was a very cool experience.

When it was over she gave me a cd of our session to listen to over the next couple of weeks. Because it's a pretty challenging aversion she thinks it may take another session, but so far I think it just may work. I decided to start basic. I stopped by a local sandwich shop and ordered a fish sandwich. This shop is very good with light crispy fried coating, not the healthiest thing in the world but I figured it would be a mild way to start.

The first bite was a bit disappointing. I felt a bit of the same aversion I always do, but not as strong. So I tried a second bite. That bite was not so bad. Before long I was actually enjoying the sandwich immensely! I am so excited!

I want to try something saucy next, maybe some of my favorite curry that I usually get with chicken or tofu, I'll try with fish next time. Seafood lovers, what should I try? I've tried almost everything in the past from sushi to mussels to lobster to scallops, but my culinary world is about to open up and I don't know where to start!

:hi: