As previously mentioned in a former post, there are a lot of misconceptions regarding hypnosis. Many assume hypnosis is a form of mind control, but that’s not the case seeing as you’re in control the entire time. What many need to realize is that hypnosis is a proven form of therapy that has helped with weight loss, addiction, and behavioral modification. As we age, we pick up habits that may not necessarily be the best or the healthiest for us which is why practices like hypnosis exist. Sometimes we just need that extra push.

Now, with that being said, let’s look at some of mesmerizing facts about hypnosis that you may not have otherwise known.

4 Facts About Hypnosis Practices

1. Not all hypnosis practices make you cluck like a chicken.

   Not all hypnosis practices make you cluck like a chicken. Of course, we’ve all seen those television shows and live shows where people volunteer to be hypnotized and they’re often instructed to act like some type of animal, well this is purely for entertainment. At no point during a hypnotherapy session does your hypnotist test you by making you try to bark like a dog or moo like a cow. There is a certain level of professionalism in real hypnosis.

2. Hypnotherapy is a very common practice.

   Hypnotherapy is a very common practice. As mentioned before, we pick up habits as we grow older and some of them may not be the best for us. Hypnotherapy aims to change something within the subconscious mind that is controlling the way one acts. So why can’t people curb their subconscious on their own? Well many have trouble tapping into that area of their mind which is where hypnotherapists come in handy. Our conscious mind is aware that smoking is bad for us, but somehow in our subconscious, it’s a “necessary” action that we rely on.

3. Hypnosis has been used since the 1800s.

   Hypnosis has been used since the 1800s. It was actually known as “hypnoanesthesia,” which came in handy before general anesthesia was invented.

4. You’re not asleep, you’re awake.

   You’re not asleep, you’re awake. What many don’t realize is that while under hypnosis, your mind is completely aware of everything that is going on. While many argue that since some don’t remember what was said during their session they must have been asleep, this isn’t the case. During a hypnotherapy session, you choose what you want to hear and what you want to remember. It’s all reliant on how you guide your memory during the session.

Interested in Hypnotherapy?

If you’re interested in hypnotherapy, but you still have some doubts, explore my Easy Willpower page where you can learn and take advantage of several hypnotherapy sessions. Whether you want help with quitting smoking, losing weight, or curbing any other bad habit, hypnosis may be the solution you’ve been looking for so, don’t push it back any longer.