Hypnosis: 8 Myths Most People Believe

Are those under hypnosis mentally weak, helpless, unable to lie or maybe asleep? It is true that hypnosis can achieve all sorts of fascinating effects. Amongst other things, people can: have visual or auditory hallucinations, move their bodies without intending to, and feel less pain. But much of what many people believe about hypnosis is total and utter rubbish. Here are 8 very common myths: Myth 1: Only the mentally weak can be hypnotised This isn't true. In fact the exact reverse is probably more true. The higher your intelligence and the stronger your self-control, the more easily you are hypnotised. That's because entering a hypnotic trance is all about concentrating, so people with mental health problems can find it difficult. However finding it hard to enter a hypnotic state doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. People naturally vary in how susceptible they are to hypnosis. Studies have shown that around 30% of people are relatively resistant to being hypnotised. Although, with effort, the state can usually be achieved eventually. Myth 2: The hypnotised are helpless Also false. It's difficult to get people to do things under hypnosis that they wouldn't normally do. While hypnotised people are still in touch with their morals and normal standards of behaviour. That said, though, it is possible to reduce people's inhibitions under hypnosis and they will more readily accept suggestions. Stage hypnotists rely on this heightened suggestibility, along with picking ...
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