Hypnosis is something we are all affected by everyday. There’s no escape from the constant bombardment of newspapers, television and other people who have seen or read something and can’t wait to share it. We use social media like “FaceBook” and “X” formally known as Twitter to share the same old news and stories real or fake who knows? The results is many of us have turned off our imagination.
This is where so many including myself to a degree; lose out on some absolutely amazing things. As a stage hypnotist, I use my imagination, I’m a leader on stage, I offer suggestions to volunteers that engage their hippocampus and amygdala, the Imagination and limbic cortex ( emotions) to create positive feelings and thoughts.
I had a visit from a friend last week, who was in town on some personal business. This was a great opportunity for us to catch up on a few things in person. Although our visit was short, we were able to enjoy a nice meal, have a few laughs together and then go for a much needed walk after dinner. I was able to show him around town a little, and chat about Hypnosis. Yes we are in the same business, “Stage Hypnosis” Although we don’t always agree on the hows and whys of hypnosis, being able to call each other to ask questions, and not worry about the B.S that goes around in the entertainment world is what makes our friendship unique.
Even though he’s my competition; and we both vie for some of the same gigs on occasion, we also help each other out by bouncing ideas, skits and suggestions off each other giving us both the opportunity to see each other’s perspectives; and the opportunity to see another way of doing things, a sounding board if you will. In the entertainment world (well anywhere) it’s good to have people in your field that want to do well, and see you do well too.
During our walk, we delved into some pretty fascinating discussions regarding various techniques we use and the different responses we get from our audiences. It’s always interesting to see how another professional approaches the art of hypnosis. Despite our differences in methodology, we both share the same passion for tapping into the subconscious and providing pleasant memorable experiences for our volunteers and audiences.
Our conversation also touched on the importance of continuing to innovate and adapt. The world is changing quickly, and as performers, we need to keep up with these changes to stay relevant and engaging. We bounced around a few ideas on how we could incorporate some current events and trending topics into our routines to make our performances more relatable and impactful.
Reflecting on this visit, I’m reminded of the value of professional camaraderie and the continuous learning that comes from sharing ideas and experiences. It reinforces my belief that hypnosis, whether on stage or in everyday life, is a journey of exploration and discovery. The more we open our minds and embrace our imaginations, the more incredible and transformative experiences we can create for ourselves and others.