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| What is Hypnosis? |
| The word "hypnosis" stems from Hynos, the Greek word for sleep. However, people experiencing hypnosis are not actually sleeping. They may appear to others to be asleep, but they can think, talk, open their eyes, respond to suggestion, and move in any way. Hypnosis quiets the body and opens the mind. People experiencing hypnosis are usually aware of their surroundings and can hear other sounds besides the voice of the hypnotist.
Hypnosis is a tool for modern minds; it is 100% natural. There is nothing really amazing about hypnosis except the use of the unlimited potential of the human mind. It is a state between consciousness and unconsciousness. Hypnosis was approved by the Council of Mental Health of the American Medical Association in 1958. Although every person experiences it a little differently, the hardest part most people have with it is simply getting past the word "hypnosis." Even in deep hypnosis your conscience is always your guide, and you can reject any suggestion you wish. You always have the free will to accept or reject it. Hypnosis can't make anybody do anything against their will. |
| Hypnosis is...misdirected attention, belief, expectation and imagination.
Hypnosis is...a state between consciousness and unconsciousness. Hypnosis is...a state of heightened suggestibility. Hypnosis is...a state of deep relaxation. Hypnosis is...an internalization of one's psyche. Hypnosis is...safe and natural. Hypnosis is NOT...a state of unconsciousness. Hypnosis is NOT...losing control or being controlled by someone else. Hypnosis is NOT...dangerous or harmful in any way. |
"The greatest discovery of my generation is that Human Beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind." ....William James "Hypnosis is one of the easiest and most effective processes for altering the attitudes of minds." ....Marcia Speier |