The Truth About Hypnosis

There are many misunderstandings about hypnosis. So many of the misunderstandings come from a place where someone has seen stage hypnosis but never experienced hypnotherapy. Stage hypnosis is a real thing, but once you understand how it works, the magic and the mysticism disappear. The biggest misunderstanding about hypnosis is that some people think they will lose control or that they will do something against their will if they are hypnotized. This is simply not true. In no way does a person ever lose control. At any moment the person being hypnotized has the ability to get up and walk away.

Hypnosis is a real and powerful tool that can help people make positive changes in their lives. However, there are still many misconceptions about hypnosis. By understanding how hypnosis works and dispelling some of the myths surrounding it, hopefully more people will be open to trying this helpful technique.

Some common questions about hypnosis:

• What's the most common myth about hypnosis? 
• Can people be hypnotized against their will? 
• Is it true that you can't be hypnotized if you don't want to be? 
• What are some of the benefits of hypnosis?

Hypnosis MYTHS:

• Hypnosis is mind control
• Hypnosis is pseudoscience
• "I can't be hypnotized"
• hypnosis is just deep sleep
• You will be forced to see/experience something undesirable
• You will be catatonic or unable to move

Truths about hypnosis:

• a tool to help someone break through engrained roadblocks
• A tool for behavior modification
• A tool for shadow work or deep psychotherapy
• There are thousands of articles and research studies that show the efficacy of hypnosis

There are many benefits of hypnosis, and it can be a very effective tool for change. If you have any questions or concerns about hypnosis, please reach out to a qualified professional who can help dispel any myths and answer any questions you may have. If you're interested in learning more about hypnosis, check out our other blog posts or contact us today! We would be happy to chat with you about this topic further. Thank you for reading!

by Zachary Dodson, MA, CCHt, LMHC
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