Stage hypnosis, TV and movies have misrepresented hypnosis. These media suggest hypnosis produces a trance state which induces a loss of will power or mind control. The following statements are myths about hypnosis and an explanation as to why these myths are not true.
The only way someone can control your mind is if you let them. I practice integral hypnotherapy. This means that prior to suggestions being used while in hypnosis, I discuss the content of the suggestions with my client and ask clients for their input and approval of session suggestions. Therefore, I like to call my clients co-therapists – as they are integral to the hypnotherapy process.
This belief stems from stage hypnosis shows, which are a form of a comedy show. People who volunteer for stage hypnosis shows allow themselves to follow humorous suggestions. Hypnotherapy is about improving oneself and not entertainment.
Hypnosis has been scientifically studied and is accepted as a valued adjunctive therapy to medical practice. Many studies have been documented in scientific and medical journals concerning the benefits and use of hypnosis.
Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that occurs all the time. Daydreaming or getting “lost in thought” are examples of naturally occurring hypnosis. The co-therapist is always able to open their eyes and come out of hypnosis and be fully present.
While you are in hypnosis, you are communicating internally with the subconscious and superconscious mind, as well as externally, with the hypnotherapist. A critical function of the subconscious mind is to protect you. While in hypnosis, you can’t be “forced” to do anything that is against your moral beliefs.
Hypnosis is a naturally occurring state, as explained above. If the co-therapist and the hypnotherapist have a trusting rapport and the co-therapist is willing to improve and listen to the hypnotherapist, then the co-therapist can be successfully hypnotized.
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