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Category: Hypnosis

  • Trance State Happens Everyday

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    Many clients are concerned about whether or not they can be hypnotized. We begin to deal with this fear by explaining that trance occurs naturally. We all experience trance many times in our lives, whether we were consciously aware of it or not. There are many common experiences  throughout the day where we are in…

  • Hypnosis – will I lose control? (2a)

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    Hypnosis Fact and Myth: Excerpts from a seminar given by Audrey Sussman PhD for new practitioners of hypnosis. This morning we were discussing a common fear people have about hypnosis and going into trance.  Many people are afraid they will do something embarrassing.  I was telling the story about a woman I was talking to…

  • Hypnosis Facts and Misconceptions 2A

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    The following information comes from a training Audrey did for new hypno-therapists. We thought that  this transcription might be of interest to the lay public, even thought it is written for the clinician. continued from yesterday. . . Clients may at first believe that the hypnotist produces their responses. In reality the client only acts…

  • Hypnosis & Fear – Part 3 by Tish

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    Hypnosis and Fear Part 3 With the kind of hypnosis I use, Ericksonian hypnosis and NLP, the client is in control of what they say and do.  It is not like the way it is often portrayed in the movies, the client seemingly asleep, while the hypnotist gives suggestions.  Then the client “wakes up” and…

  • Hypnosis –How to go into Trance in Just Seconds.

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    Do you find yourself without enough time to relax and recharge? This simple self-hypnotic exercise will help you to develop a trance state, where your can re-charge and relax in just moments. Trance can be learned quite easily.  If you are willing to practice just a few minutes a day you will find going into…

  • Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Hypnotherapist

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    Audrey Sussman
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    When people first learn that hypnotic techniques are part of the system they have a number of different reactions, ranging from excitement about trying something new, to skepticism and even fear. In talking to many people I have found that much of the fear about hypnosis comes from misconceptions gotten from movies and stage hypnosis…

  • Are Negative Mantras Interfering With Your Life?

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    Unhappy With Your Life? It Could Be Negative Mantras. Dr. Audrey talks about Negative Mantras Have you ever doubted yourself or been hesitant to speak out when others have ideas in conflict with yours? Have you ever procrastinated because you were afraid you just couldn’t do something perfect enough? Have you ever wondered why people…

  • What can Self-Hypnosis and Trance Do For You?

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    There are many words that are used to describe trance.  You might hear it referred to as an altered state, or a hypnotic state, or a relaxed state.  Some people use the words hypnosis or self-hypnosis to describe this inner focused state. You might be wondering why is it important to learn to go into…

  • Can I talk and be in control while in trance?

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    This was a message one of  our readers left about Audrey’s Hypnosis and trance post: ” I don’t understand how you can talk and still be in a hypnotic state. It just doesn’t seem possible. . .” Audrey’s reply:  Thanks for your comment, so many people who come to see me started out thinking that…

  • Hypnosis – Learn to Go Into a Calming Trance State

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    Let’s begin by just talking about creating a hypnotic trance state.  As we talk questions might come up, or you might already have some questions about what trance is and why you might want to use it. The following are answers to some of the questions people have asked: Question:  Can I talk while in…