Hypnosis: The Power of Trance

Hypnosis: The Power of Trance

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Hypnosis and Odd Experiences

John Ryder Ph.D. on August 3, 2018

Sometimes hypnotherapy may feel a bit weird—but that may actually be the best part about it.

Sometimes hypnotherapy may feel a bit weird—but that may actually be the best part about it.

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Is Total Mind Control Possible?

John Ryder Ph.D. on September 24, 2015

In the dark and sinister underworld of spies and madmen, many things are possible. So, has hypnosis been used to program people to do something illegal or even diabolical?

In the dark and sinister underworld of spies and madmen, many things are possible. So, has hypnosis been used to program people to do something illegal or even diabolical?

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Hypnotic Regression and Healing the Unconscious Mind

John Ryder Ph.D. on June 22, 2014

We've all have had past experiences that currently affect our lives, yet are buried out of sight. Hypnosis is the best technique to access those memories.

We've all have had past experiences that currently affect our lives, yet are buried out of sight. Hypnosis is the best technique to access those memories.

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Study Hypnosis: The Best Programs, Books, and Ideas

John Ryder Ph.D. on January 5, 2012

Do you want to learn about hypnosis? The best programs, books, and ideas about learning to develop this special skill.

Do you want to learn about hypnosis? The best programs, books, and ideas about learning to develop this special skill.

Memory
Does Hypnosis Improve Memory?

John Ryder Ph.D. on September 29, 2009

The power of hypnosis can certainly increase focus but, how could it help you remember? The answer to that question rests in the mechanisms of memory, hypnosis and the skill of the hypnotist.

The power of hypnosis can certainly increase focus but, how could it help you remember? The answer to that question rests in the mechanisms of memory, hypnosis and the skill of the hypnotist.

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What Does Hypnosis Really Feel Like?

John Ryder Ph.D. on July 16, 2009

Hypnosis does feel very nice and relaxing, almost like taking a nap. The big difference is in what you are guided to experience during the trance.

Hypnosis does feel very nice and relaxing, almost like taking a nap. The big difference is in what you are guided to experience during the trance.

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