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Myth #1: Hypnosis Means Giving Up Control

Hello! My name is Nancy and I am a Hypnotist… Go ahead… Ask… "Are you going to make me cluck like a chicken?"

I think it's time to dispel a big hypnosis myth.

For many people, the word hypnosis brings about feelings of fear and apprehension. They believe they will be unconscious and under the control of the Hypnotist. That is simply not true.

When you are hypnotized, you are deeply relaxed, both physically and mentally. Many times you are more alert than in your normal state of awareness. In this state your brain wave vibration rate slows down, giving you access to your subconscious mind. You have total control over what you will and will not do. You can instantly reject anything that makes you feel uncomfortable. If you like and accept the suggestions, you simply allow them to enter your subconscious mind. This brings about the desired change.

So let's go back to the question: "Are you going to make me cluck like a chicken?"

Answer: If you want to… we can do that.

What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create. Your subconscious is like a computer — it will only respond to what you allow to enter. If you see yourself as overweight, then you are overweight. If you are convinced that you are a smoker, then you will smoke. This same concept is true with poor self-image, fear of heights, spiders, storms, or surgery.

Your body moves in the direction of its most dominant thought. If you tell yourself flying is dangerous, your mind believes it, forms a fear, and stops you from doing what you want to do. If you tell yourself the dentist is wonderful, your mind freely allows you to sit in the dentist's chair.

Hypnosis enables you to access your subconscious computer and reprogram yourself to be whatever you wish.

Myth #2: You'll Be Unconscious or Asleep

Despite the name, hypnosis has nothing to do with sleep. You remain fully aware the entire time — you'll hear every word I say, and you'll remember the session afterward. What changes is your level of focus. Think of the feeling right before you drift off at night, or the "highway hypnosis" of driving a familiar route and realizing you don't remember the last five minutes — you were aware, just deeply focused elsewhere. That's much closer to the state we work in together.

Myth #3: Only Certain People Can Be Hypnotized

I hear this one often: "I don't think I can be hypnotized — I have a strong mind." Here's the truth — a willingness to relax and follow guidance is really all it takes. In fact, people who can focus well often move into hypnosis more easily, not less. If you've ever gotten lost in a good book or a movie and forgotten where you were for a moment, you've already experienced a version of this state. Hypnosis is a natural ability we all have — my job is simply to guide you into using it on purpose.

Myth #4: One Session Fixes Everything, With No Effort From You

Hypnosis is a powerful tool, but it's not magic you receive passively — it's a collaboration. Some changes (like breaking a long-standing habit) can shift dramatically in a single session; others, especially deeper patterns, benefit from a few sessions working together. What hypnosis does is remove the subconscious resistance that usually makes change feel so hard. You still have to want the change and walk through the door I open for you — but that door becomes so much easier to walk through.

Myth #5: It's Something to Fear, or Against Your Beliefs

Hypnosis isn't a spiritual practice, a trick, or a performance-stage gimmick — it's a natural, well-studied state of focused relaxation that your mind enters many times a day without any ceremony at all. It doesn't conflict with any religious or spiritual belief system, and you're in control throughout. Whether you're coming to me for stress, a habit you're ready to release, or something deeper, you're always a willing, aware participant — never a passenger.

Take that first step to be who you want to be, can be, and deserve to be.

— Nancy

A note before you begin: This article includes a breathing exercise involving breath retention. Please read the full safety guidance near the end before practicing it.

With all that is happening in the world today, we are witnessing an unprecedented shift in human consciousness. Darkness is being brought to light, and people across the globe are waking up. This awakening presents us with a profound question: What is our role in shaping this transformation? Do we simply sit back and wait for change to happen, or do we actively manifest the world we want to live in?

The answer is clear — we are creators of our own reality. We live in a mind-created world, where our thoughts, words, and energy shape our experiences. Understanding this fundamental truth empowers us to become conscious architects of our destiny. It begins with recognizing the immense power and weight of our words.

The Power of Words and Intention

Language is a tool of manifestation. Consider the difference in energy between saying, "I hate my job" versus "My job allows me to do all the things I would like to." The first statement feels heavy, restrictive, and filled with negativity, while the second statement reframes the same situation in a way that feels lighter and abundant.

By shifting the language we use, we shift our vibration, attracting more of what we desire. Energy attracts like energy — when we speak with an intention of lack or need, we attract more of the same. Conversely, when we frame our words with gratitude and abundance, we magnetize those very qualities into our lives.

A daily gratitude practice is one of the most powerful ways to raise our vibration and manifest our desired reality. When we consistently express gratitude, we draw in people, situations, and opportunities that resonate with that frequency. Our words and thoughts contribute to the collective mass consciousness, shaping the world around us.

Precision in Manifestation: Speak in Specific Terms

The universe responds to clarity. Vague intentions yield vague results, while specific intentions catalyze precise manifestations. Consider the difference between stating, "I want more money" and declaring a concrete, specific amount and date. The latter is tangible and gives the conscious mind a clear target to focus on.

The more specific we are in our manifestations, the more aligned our energy becomes with our goals. Our thoughts, emotions, and words work in harmony, amplifying our ability to create the reality we desire. When we consistently use words that match our desired outcome — such as speaking in terms of happiness when seeking joy — we align with the very frequency of success.

Breathwork: A Gateway to Expanded Awareness

While words and thoughts shape our external reality, breath is the bridge between the physical and the energetic realms. Breathing in a deliberate and conscious manner can enhance our ability to sense, feel, and connect with the unseen forces around us. It allows us to deepen our intuition, sharpen our clarity, and open our awareness to the flow of universal energy.

One breathing technique involves the Tongue Lock Position, where the tongue is placed against the hard palate behind the front teeth. When paired with Square Breathing, it facilitates energetic attunement:

Initially, the breath may feel shallow or incomplete, but with practice, many people find it calming and grounding, and describe a heightened sense of clarity, intuition, and presence that deepens over time.

Cultivating Inner Awareness

As you engage in this breathing practice, pay attention to the sensations, images, and insights that arise. With consistency, many practitioners feel this aligns them with a greater sense of clarity and connection, expanding their ability to set intentions with precision and ease.

Listen to the inner plane of your mind. Notice the reverberations of thought. Observe the images that surface. What do you know in these moments of heightened awareness? The more you practice, the deeper your connection becomes.

Creating the World You Desire

We each have the ability to shape our world. The key lies in intentionality — choosing our words with care, setting clear and specific intentions, and using breath as a tool to expand awareness. When we align our thoughts, emotions, and actions with the reality we wish to create, the universe responds in kind.

Remember:

• What you think, you become.
• What you feel, you attract.
• What you imagine, you create.

Step into your role as a conscious creator. Speak with intention, breathe with awareness, and manifest a world that reflects the highest vision of who you truly are.

— Nancy