Question 1

Who can be Hypnotized?

Accepted Answer

Hypnosis is a common occurrence which we experience naturally every single day. If you are able to read a book, or follow simple instructions you are hypnotizable, but only if you want to be.  Although intelligence has no to little baring on if you can be hypnotized, anyone with a severe mental disability, those with an IQ below 70, or children under the age of five may not have the capacity to follow directions or understand what they must do to achieve the hypnotic state.

Question 2

Is Hypnosis dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Hypnosis is no more dangerous than sitting in a recliner watching television. The only side effect will be that you will be very relaxed afterwards. Every 15 minutes of Hypnosis is equal to two hours of deep REM sleep.

Question 3

Will I do anything against my will?

Accepted Answer

No, you will not do anything that you do not think is acceptable, or against your nature. You cannot be "made" to violate your own values or accepted patterns of behaviour. You would either accept or reject the suggestion or come out of hypnosis all together. You will hear everything that is being said. You are in complete control at all times.

Question 4

Am I sleeping?

Accepted Answer

Hypnosis is quite the opposite of sleep. You are wide-awake, you are very aware, and you are actually in a state of hypersensitivity. All of your senses are enhanced, your sight, hearing, taste, smell, and emotions. It is closer to a state of day dreaming or relaxation.

Question 5

Will I remember what happens during a session?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You will remember everything that happens during your session. Sometimes your conscious mind can wander off to pleasant thoughts and pleasant memories during a session, but the subconscious mind is always listening and hears and excepts everything that is beneficial to you.

Question 6

Can I get stuck in Hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

No, the hypnotic experience can be terminated at anytime you choose. It is your choice to enter the state and you can always choose to leave it. If you were left in a hypnotic state by a hypnotist, or from using a hypnotic audio, you would either return to full consciousness on your own or enter a natural sleep and awaken after a short, pleasant nap.

Question 7

Will I tell all my deep...dark...secrets under Hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Not unless you want to. Hypnosis is not a truth serum. If you have a big bag of money hidden in your backyard, the secret will be safe after your session.

Question 8

Will the Hypnotist have to touch me?

Accepted Answer

Some practitioners may touch you on the wrist, shoulder/neck, or forehead to test whether you are properly relaxed or to assist you into a deeper state of relaxation. They will always seek your permission first. Other than this form on contact, your practitioner has no reason to touch you. If you do not wish to be touched, communicate this with your Hypnotist.

Question 9

Will I be in control and aware of what is happening while in Hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all of the time. You do not go "out". "under" or "to "sleep". You are not unconscious. You are in an alternative state of consciousness with very focused attention. You can hear everything that is being said. Nothing happens without your consent. You have full control. You will however, be very relaxed and will often feel as if you are just relaxing with your eyes closed, listening to the positive suggestions that are suggested to the subconscious mind.

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