Can a hypnotist gain control over a client against his wishes?
Hypnosis is actually something that the client does. A hypnotherapist is merely a guide, leading the client to the hypnotic trance. When a person is in hypnosis, they are deeply relaxed physically, but mentally they are many times more alert than in the normal state of awareness. A person will hear and respond to everything around them and is an active participant in the session. At all times, people have complete control over what they will or will not do. Any suggestion that is even slightly uncomfortable will be instantly rejected. You will not do or say anything you would not do or say of your own free will. Can only weak-minded people be hypnotized? To the contrary, the best hypnotic subjects are those who have average or above average intelligence, good powers of concentration, good imaginations and motivation. Will I reveal my innermost secrets? Under hypnosis, you never lose consciousness and are always aware of everything that occurs. You are in control of each session. Nothin