Hypnotism FAQ

Misinformation abounds about hypnosis.  This Hypnotism FAQ will answer the most commonly asked questions about hypnotism and hypnosis. 

This Hypnotism FAQ is provided to you by Master Hypnotist A.J. LaHaye.

Hypnotism FAQ 1: Who cannot be hypnotized?  

A: With the exception of three types of people everyone can be hypnotized.  The first type is a person who is drunk. A couple of social drinks is no problem but a person who is plastered cannot pay attention long enough to experience hypnosis. The second kind is a person with an IQ clinically below 70.  This type of person has a difficult time paying attention long enough to experience hypnosis.  The third type of person who cannot be hypnotized is the smart guy, someone who wants to prove that he or she cannot be hypnotized. With this type of attitude the possibility is extremely remote. 

If you do not fit into any of these categories you may get the rare opportunity to come onstage at the show and experience hypnosis for yourself.

Hypnotism FAQ 2: What is hypnosis like?  

A: When you experience hypnosis you feel like you do during the moments just before falling asleep, when you are thinking and aware yet not fully conscious. One does not black-out during hypnosis and you are somewhat aware of what's going on around you at all times. A hypnotized person will feel more relaxed than ever before, awakening naturally, fully refreshed and revitalized, just as they do after sleeping. In fact, one hour of hypnosis feels like 4 hours of natural sleep.  

Hypnotism FAQ 3: Can I be made to do anything against my will while under hypnosis, something of an immoral or sexual nature perhaps?  

A: No, one cannot be made to do anything that is against their moral or ethical beliefs.

Hypnotism FAQ 4: Is hypnosis safe?  

A: Yes. Hypnosis itself is 100% safe. There is no danger of going into hypnosis and never coming out. See Safety and Hypnosis

Hypnotism FAQ 5: What are the side effects of hypnosis?  

A: Hypnosis has no side effects with the possible exception that one hour of hypnosis tends to feel like 4 hours of natural sleep.  A person comes out of it feeling refreshed and relaxed. 

Hypnotism FAQ 6: Is hypnosis evil?  

A: Absolutely not!  Hypnosis is inline with the doctrine of all major religions.  See Myths about Hypnosis.