Signs of Trance

Instructions to hypnotist There are several outward signs of trance that can be observed in all subjects. These signs can not be simulated by the subject. The subject will exhibit at least one, and in many cases, multiple signs. Body warmth Many subjects note a distinct change in body temperature. Many subjects feel cold, and others feel warm. This is …

Reinduction

Spoken to the subject I am going to give you a signal so you can enter into hypnosis more easily. I am going to count from one to three. At the count of three, you will open your eyes, remaining deeply relaxed. When I say “Sleep now” and snap my fingers, that will be the signal for your eyelids to …

Creating Mental Nothingness/Amnesia

Instructions to hypnotist This technique can be used for both mind clearing or amnesia. The “Room of Nothingness” can become the “Room of Forgetfulness.” The suggestion is given that any suggestions given in the “Room of Forgetfulness” will not be remembered by the conscious mind, but the subject will act upon them none the less. The suggestion is also given …

Spinning Hands

Spoken to the subject This time I’m going behind you to raise your hands … and start moving them around each other. (Start spinning their hands around each other) Now, as I release your hands, continue the motion of your own accord. (Release their hands) Moving, spinning, turning. Moving, spinning, turning. Even faster now. Moving, spinning, turning. That’s good. As …

Eye Catalepsy

Spoken to the subject (Optionally, place your right thumb on the bridge of the subjects nose and apply slight pressure) I’m going to count from five down to one. As I do, you’re eyelids lock so tightly closed that the more you try to open them, the tighter they’re locking closed. Five, your eyes are pressing down tightly. Four, pressing …

Television Imagination Method (For Children Ages 7 – 11)

Instructions to hypnotist A tactile technique, such as holding a stuffed animal, may be appropriate for a 2-year-old. A 4-year-old may respond better to a rag-doll and a 6-year-old to a coin or television technique. Developmentally, a school child (7-11 years of age) may respond best to a favorite place technique and ad adolescent to sports imagery. Spoken to subject …

Rapid Method

Instructions to hypnotist Begin by having the subject hold their arms stretched out directly in front of them, so that the palms of the hands are facing each other. Have the hands about 6 inches apart. Spoken to the subject You may now lower your hands back to your side. In just a moment I am going to have you …

Non-verbal Method II

Instructions to hypnotist A non verbal induction may be accomplished with any individual that is ready to experience hypnosis. One of the keys to the induction of hypnosis is correct use of pre-hypnotic suggestions. The following is an example of pre-induction suggestions. Hypnotist: Would you like to experience hypnosis? Subject: Yes Hypnotist: I would like you to simply allow things …

Non-verbal Method I

Instructions to hypnotist The subject is seated in a chair and instructed to hold both arms out in front of him and upward so that the hands are above eye level. They should be parallel, the hands being about two feet apart. The hypnotist now moves back and forth in front of the subject from one side to the other, …

Mountain Trip Method

Spoken to the subject Before you go into a hypnotic state, be sure that you have your clothes loosened in any areas where they may be tight, and then get yourself into a very comfortable position, close your eyes and begin inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly … Continue inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly about five or six times … each …