Have you ever witnessed a magic show in which the magician hypnotizes members of the audience? You may laugh out loud! Think how fun it would be to see your friends squawking like geese or dancing ridiculously. If you learn the basics of hypnosis, you can do this experience on your own. Using some basic techniques, you have the opportunity to hypnotize your friends by getting them to behave in the funniest ways. Just remember to take some safety precautions for the person, and also keep in mind that certain individuals are refractory to hypnotic induction. So, if a person doesn't act as you expect, they are likely not mentally predisposed to falling into a trance. It happens often, and even the most experienced hypnotists can have a hard time with these kinds of people.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Do Some Research
Step 1. Learn about the hypnotic process
It is quite simple to learn how to hypnotize someone, but you have to make sure you follow each step correctly. The first step to being successful is to do some research. While it technically doesn't have a scientific foundation, hypnosis has quite a few supporters. Look for a few books written by professional hypnotists to help you better understand how the hypnotic process works.
- Make sure the author has a good reputation in this area. Many times people try to sell products, such as DVDs, that simply teach hypnotization. Look for an author who addresses the subject from a serious and professional point of view. The information it will provide you will certainly be more reliable. Read the section about the author to find out if he has a master's degree, a PhD or a medical degree. Based on these criteria, if nothing else, you will know if he has studied and obtained a higher education degree. Also look for a website that offers information about your account without imposing any form of payment - it's a great way to determine if the author is credible or not.
- Go to the library and ask the employees if they can help you find some interesting books on this topic. Generally, they have efficient systems at their disposal with which they can identify the most useful texts.
- Ask for advice. A great way to get some suggestions is to contact someone who specializes in hypnosis. If you know a hypnotist who does entertainment in your area, try to contact him, and simply explain to him that you are interested in learning more about this subject. He will be happy to tell you about his work!
- You may also want to consult a mental health professional. Many psychologists and psychiatrists use hypnotherapy with their patients. Contact one who works in your city and ask him if he can meet you to give you some clarification on this practice. You will surely learn a lot this way.
Step 2. Look for a volunteer
The next step is to find a person to hypnotize. It's a good idea to test your skills on someone, so start by asking friends or family if they're willing to help you. Explain that your intent is to have fun and that you would like to practice this new passion with them.
- When practicing hypnosis, it would be a good idea to choose someone you know well. The more comfortable you feel, the more easily the subject will relax, allowing himself to be induced into a hypnotic state.
- Offer yourself to more than one person. Some are more open to hypnosis than others, so it is best to try the techniques you have learned on people with different personalities. This way, you will be able to understand which methods work and which you should perfect.
Step 3. Think about the person's safety
While you should think about having fun during this experiment, it is always a good idea not to neglect safety. For example, take care to perform hypnosis in a private setting, away from any kind of danger; your apartment should be ideal. On the contrary, it is not wise to practice hypnosis in a public place, in order not to run the risk of the volunteer starting to wander on a busy street or in the midst of a crowd of people.
Organized. Think about the actions the hypnotized person should take. Make sure he has the physical ability to do everything you have planned
Part 2 of 4: Hypnotizing the Subject
Step 1. Begin hypnosis by talking
Use words carefully: they become powerful tools when practicing hypnosis. The secret is to repeat several times a statement that causes the person to feel or act in a certain way. Eventually, it will begin to react to the words you are repeating. Hypnosis is a process, so immediate results cannot be achieved. This could take several minutes.
- For example, try saying over and over, "Gee, it's getting late", or, "Aren't you getting sleepy? It's getting very late." The key word is "late" and should communicate to the subject that he is feeling a certain tiredness.
- You could also try repeating, "It's very hot in here," and then, "Aren't you sweating in that jacket? It's hot in here." By conditioning the person's mind in this way, you will end up causing him to feel warm, and in this case, you might suggest that he take off his shoes or go get some ice cubes.
Step 2. Vary the tone of the voice to induce the person into an even deeper hypnotic state
In addition to the words, the tone of the voice also plays a very important role in the hypnotic process. You should make sure that it communicates safety. The volume greatly conditions the reactions of the hypnotized subject. Don't speak too loudly, otherwise you risk frightening him, or even softly, otherwise you won't seem confident.
- Try to use a pleasant tone while offering your "suggestions". For example, as you repeat "It's getting very late," speak at a volume and speed that is consistent with what you are saying.
- If you are concerned that your voice will not be heard as you wish, try registering. Listen to the recording and write down your observations. For example, if it sounds hesitant, try turning up the volume slightly and acting like you know exactly what you're talking about.
Step 3. Look the subject in the eye to enter a deeper hypnotic state
When trying to hypnotize someone, it is extremely important to maintain eye contact. This is true both when you use hypnotic techniques without the knowledge of the subject and when you practice hypnosis with his consent. Focus on one person at a time and try to look them straight in the eye.
As you look at her, make sure you catch the facial expressions. Does she give the impression of responding to the stimuli you offer her? If not, try changing the pitch of her voice or have her do something else
Part 3 of 4: Having fun with the subject to be hypnotized
Step 1. Try something weird
Once you have hypnotized the subject, you can start having fun. You will be able to understand this if he easily responds to your voice, eye contact, and what you suggest he do. There are many fun things that can be done with a hypnotized person. When you realize that he is actually under hypnosis (because he obeys your invitations), you have the opportunity to push him to do several things.
Step 2. Tell him to dance
A fun thing to try is to get the subject to move in a funny way. Play a song and invite him to dance. Tell him that no one is watching him, or that he is entering a contest! Encourage him as he moves, perhaps by clapping his hands for a while. It will certainly be a lot of fun.
Try putting on a catchphrase that makes people go wild. Choose a song that the subject also knows. This way he will feel more at ease on a subconscious level
Step 3. Make him believe he is an animal
For example, you could get him to act like a cat. The other friends present will laugh with laughter if he starts purring, meowing and trying to clean himself with his tongue.
Keep giving him some hints while he is under hypnosis, for example: "You're a cat. Wouldn't you like to purr?" The power of suggestion is very important in hypnosis
Step 4. Tell him to sing
If your friend is shy, this invitation will make it even more fun as soon as he starts singing. Again, use a hint, saying, "Don't you like that new song playing on the radio? I bet you're great at singing it!" Have fun while your friend performs at a free concert.
Part 4 of 4: Understanding the Effects of Hypnosis
Step 1. Learn about self-hypnosis
Hypnotizing someone can be a blast, but it's important to remember that you can use this practice to treat people's ailments, so it's best to learn how to hypnotize yourself. Once you have learned the basics of hypnosis, test them on yourself. Of course, you won't be able to look yourself in the eye, but you will be amazed at how the power of suggestion can help you change for the better.
For example, let's say you have acrophobia. In this case, you can use self-hypnosis to become more confident and less fearful. Choose a sentence to repeat. The next time you are forced to climb a high ladder, try to enter a state of relaxation. You can hypnotize yourself to go up without being afraid of falling
Step 2. Consider hypnosis to promote sleep
As you become familiar with the practice of hypnosis, you will realize why many people consider it such a powerful tool. It is especially useful for helping people suffering from insomnia. Once you have mastered the basic techniques, you will be able to help a friend or family member who is having trouble falling asleep.
Try recording your voice to help someone fall asleep. By using the power of suggestion and appropriately adjusting the tone of the voice, it leads the subject to convince himself that he needs to sleep deeply
Step 3. Become a hypnotherapist
Once you see how fun it is to hypnotize people, you will probably realize that this practice has other benefits as well. If you find that you are really good at making your friends fall into a trance, you may decide to pursue a new career. Hypnotherapy could offer you a profitable and rewarding profession.
Get in touch with some hypnotherapists who work in your city to find out about the studies they have followed and their career path
Advice
- Maintain a sweet tone of voice.
- Choose a person who trusts you.
