Hypnosis goes under more than one name, - hypnotherapy, hypnotic suggestion, self-hypnosis and hypnotic state. Psychologically it can be defined as a psychological state which superficially resembles sleep, but it is characterized by a level of consciousness and awareness which is distinct from the normal conscious state. Whilst hypnotized most patients have a higher degree of sensitivity and receptiveness to their inner perceptions and are more aware of their subconscious thoughts.
To initiate a hypnotic state there has to be a rapport between the hypnotize and the person about to be hypnotized, because a level of trust is necessary to reach that state. Usually to reach a hypnotic state the person to be hypnotized sits in a comfortable chair and the hypnotist suggests that they focus on an object. Old views of hypnotists used a swinging pocket watch, but in truth is no object is necessary. It is a way of getting the attention of person to be hypnotized to focus. The person being hypnotized is not being in a sleep state, they are being made to be hyper attentive.
The hypnotist suggests that the subject's relaxation will increase and their eyes will grow heavy and tired in a low, quiet voice. When that status occurs it is suggested that they close their eyes. As soon as the eyes are closed it is normal to have a level of physical heaviness accompanied by deep breathing. As it changes a state of consciousness for the hypnotized person it is important that they trust the person that will be hypnotizing them. To get this the level of hypnotic trance may take seconds or several minutes. Hypnotic trances are markedly individual; the only common factor seems to be that the patient displays a level of simplicity, a lack of ingenue, and a directness of emotional response that is usually found in children.
Appropriate suggestions by the hypnotist can induce a wide range of sensory, psychological, motor responses from persons who are deeply hypnotized. They can eat lemons and think that they are peaches, they are often impervious to pain, they can be lifted and their body is as stiff as a plank, they may behave as though they are delusional blind or deaf or even paralyzed. In this state it is possible to implant instructions regarding future behavior, for instance the fact that the person will stop smoking if they are a smoker because they no longer want a cigarette. What is interesting is that once out of the trance the person being hypnotized has no memory of the source of the instruction. Although these actions will be carried out in may cases the persons motivation can be stronger when they consciously want to carry out these actions.
Posthypnotic suggestion, does not specifically powerful means for controlling attitude when compared with a person's conscious willingness to perform actions. Hypnosis has often been used in managing pain including terminal cancer. Most medical bodies support the use of medical hypnosis for medical treatment, but public displays of hypnosis when used for public entertainment have been banned in many countries.
To be receptive to being hypnotized you need to have openness to new ideas, and not everyone can be hypnotized, about two percent of the population do not respond.
To initiate a hypnotic state there has to be a rapport between the hypnotize and the person about to be hypnotized, because a level of trust is necessary to reach that state. Usually to reach a hypnotic state the person to be hypnotized sits in a comfortable chair and the hypnotist suggests that they focus on an object. Old views of hypnotists used a swinging pocket watch, but in truth is no object is necessary. It is a way of getting the attention of person to be hypnotized to focus. The person being hypnotized is not being in a sleep state, they are being made to be hyper attentive.
The hypnotist suggests that the subject's relaxation will increase and their eyes will grow heavy and tired in a low, quiet voice. When that status occurs it is suggested that they close their eyes. As soon as the eyes are closed it is normal to have a level of physical heaviness accompanied by deep breathing. As it changes a state of consciousness for the hypnotized person it is important that they trust the person that will be hypnotizing them. To get this the level of hypnotic trance may take seconds or several minutes. Hypnotic trances are markedly individual; the only common factor seems to be that the patient displays a level of simplicity, a lack of ingenue, and a directness of emotional response that is usually found in children.
Appropriate suggestions by the hypnotist can induce a wide range of sensory, psychological, motor responses from persons who are deeply hypnotized. They can eat lemons and think that they are peaches, they are often impervious to pain, they can be lifted and their body is as stiff as a plank, they may behave as though they are delusional blind or deaf or even paralyzed. In this state it is possible to implant instructions regarding future behavior, for instance the fact that the person will stop smoking if they are a smoker because they no longer want a cigarette. What is interesting is that once out of the trance the person being hypnotized has no memory of the source of the instruction. Although these actions will be carried out in may cases the persons motivation can be stronger when they consciously want to carry out these actions.
Posthypnotic suggestion, does not specifically powerful means for controlling attitude when compared with a person's conscious willingness to perform actions. Hypnosis has often been used in managing pain including terminal cancer. Most medical bodies support the use of medical hypnosis for medical treatment, but public displays of hypnosis when used for public entertainment have been banned in many countries.
To be receptive to being hypnotized you need to have openness to new ideas, and not everyone can be hypnotized, about two percent of the population do not respond.
About the Author:
As isolated as you may feel right now, you are not alone. Cancer diagnosis is just the beginning of your story. Cancer survivors prove every day that this can be the beginning of a whole new positive chapter in your life. Join our unique community of cancer survivors to be right now and receive a FREE report on Cancer Survivor's tips.
