Although hypnosis may seem like magic, in reality, there is a lot of practice and science behind the ability to hypnotize people. One of the most effective methods is to use the eyes, which is the gateway to the mind. However, before putting a person into a trance, only resort to this practice if you receive their consent and always exercise your hypnotic skills responsibly.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Practice Focusing Your Gaze
Step 1. Try to maintain eye contact for a long time without closing your eyes
Look in the mirror and time how long you can stay without blinking.
- You can also challenge someone to a staring contest to test your ability to keep your eyes open and fixed.
- By mastering your eye movements, you will be able to not take your eyes off the other person when you hypnotize them.
Step 2. Practice focusing your gaze on one point
To do this, look at a nearby object, such as a pen or pencil, and then at a distant object within the room.
- Hold the pencil close to your face. Focus your gaze on this object.
- Move your gaze from the pencil to a farther object, such as a picture on the wall or a doorknob.
- Focus back on the pencil. Then look at the most distant object. Keep practicing this way to improve the flexibility with which you focus on objects.
Step 3. Improve peripheral vision
It is the ability to see objects and movements lateral to your position, without having to turn your head. To improve this skill:
- Try sitting on a sidewalk looking at the confusion that presents itself in front of you from the outside. Alternatively, sit in front of a television or computer screen during an animated scene.
- Try looking with your head turned to one side. Then observe with your head turned away. Try to examine the scene in front of you from both sides as much as possible.
- Try to practice this exercise from the left and from the right.
Part 2 of 3: Mesmerizing with the Eyes
Step 1. Get the person's consent
Therefore, ask her: "Can I hypnotize you?". Make sure she says yes.
- It is preferable to practice hypnosis with your eyes on a friend or loved one who trusts you, as they will be more willing to fall into a trance.
- It is essential that the person being hypnotized is consenting. If he shows resistance or does not want to proceed, hypnosis is very likely not working.
Step 2. Have the subject sit with his back straight
He must not remain standing, otherwise during hypnosis he may relax too much and fall to the ground.
Step 3. Have the person focus on a point under your right eye
Tell her not to look away while you're talking to her.
Step 4. Fix it without lowering the eyelids
Start counting from five to one in a calm, low voice. As you count, tell her:
- "Your eyelids are getting heavier and heavier."
- "Your eyelids are getting heavy, as if a weight is weighing on them until they close."
- "Soon your eyelids will be so heavy they will close."
- "The more you try to keep your eyes open, the more your eyelids will become heavy, pliant and sagging until they drop and close permanently."
- Repeat these sentences several times as you count from five to one.
Step 5. Tell the subject to be hypnotized that once you touch their shoulder they will walk with a limp
It is important to communicate what will happen before touching it. This will prepare him to understand that he is about to receive a command and that he will have to react by doing exactly what you tell him to do.
Try saying, "When I touch your shoulder, you will feel more relaxed, compliant and heavier. Ready?"
Step 6. Touch his shoulder and tell him it's time to be loose and relaxed
Don't be alarmed if she collapses or leans back in her chair. It means that he is completely relaxed and in a hypnotic state.
Step 7. Assure him that he is now under hypnosis
It is important that he realizes that the state of relaxation he is in depends on hypnosis or that he has entered a hypnotic trance.
Also, it is important to reassure him by telling him that he is safe and in good hands. Calm him down so that he continues to trust you and listen to your commands
Step 8. Tell him to relax and let go of his right arm
Tell him that he will feel soft and relaxed. Then touch him to provoke the reaction you expect from him.
- Raise your arm to confirm it is soft and relaxed. Put it back in its previous position.
- This is confirmation that the person you are hypnotizing is almost in a trance state and is willing to listen to your voice and orders.
Step 9. Prepare him to hear only your voice
Count down from five to one. Tell him that when you get to "one", he will only hear the sound of your voice.
- Snap your fingers to "one" to make him focus on your voice. Tell him to let go even deeper at the sound of your voice. Then invite him to listen to every word you say and follow what you say.
- Ask him to follow only your words exactly, excluding other surrounding noises.
Step 10. Test her hypnotic state
Once he has fallen into a trance and you have his state under control, you can evaluate your hypnotic abilities by inviting him to touch his nose or ear. You can also order him to move his arms or legs.
Keep in mind that hypnotic control must be done in a careful and responsible way. The person has placed their trust in you, so don't abuse it, embarrass them, or hurt them while under hypnosis
Part 3 of 3: Understanding Hypnosis Well
Step 1. Don't confuse hypnosis with sleep or unconsciousness
Hypnosis is, in reality, a deep state of mental concentration that makes an individual more susceptible and exposed to suggestions.
- It is important to remember that a person under hypnosis does not lose control of himself nor is he under the spell of his hypnotist. Rather, she is more open to suggestions and to let herself be guided.
- Everyone tends to fall into some form of hypnosis or trance. Think of all the times you were in class and had your head somewhere else, where you found yourself daydreaming or when you got so caught up in a movie or TV show that you completely lost track of people. who stood beside you. These are all examples of how one can enter a trance state.
Step 2. Learn to recognize the benefits of hypnosis
Hypnosis isn't just a trick to have fun at some party or a way to get your best friend to perform the chicken dance. In fact, it has been shown to help people overcome insomnia, smoking, overeating, and other ailments.
Step 3. Realize that hypnosis is an acquired skill like many others
There is currently no ethical regulation governing this practice. However, hypnotherapists can obtain a qualification after taking basic or advanced courses in hypnosis and hypnotherapy. In any case, it is a self-regulated profession.
- The course includes aspects such as professional ethics and the basics of hypnosis.
- Seek out a qualified hypnotherapist to learn more about the health benefits of hypnosis.
