Myths & Facts About Hypnosis

There are so many misconceptions about hypnosis. I’ve been in health care for nearly 30 years, and I still hear new misconceptions about it almost daily. So, take a moment to read this. Know the facts. If you attempt to benefit from hypnosis, going into the process with misguided notions will not help you achieve and maintain your goals.

Myth: You’re asleep during hypnosis.
Fact: You’re not asleep. You’re just relaxed.

Myth: Some people don’t experience hypnosis.
Fact: All humans pass through a state of hypnosis just before we fall asleep at night.

Myth: You’re in a coma during hypnosis.
Fact: You’re not even asleep during hypnosis, so you can’t possibly be in a coma.

Myth: You’re out of control during hypnosis.
Fact: You are always in control of yourself, your thoughts, your feelings and your actions.

Myth: You lose your moral values during hypnosis.
Fact: Your values cannot be compromised during hypnosis.

Myth: Hypnosis is brainwashing.
Fact: You’re watching too many movies! This can’t happen.

Myth: Only geniuses experience hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of intellect.

Myth: Only gullible people experience hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of intellect.

Myth: Only children experience hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of age.

Myth: Women are more successful with hypnosis compared to men.
Fact: Gender has no impact on success.