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Hypnotism Revealed - The Powers Technique of Hypnotizing and Self-Hypnosis - Including the Intriguing Chapter Sleep and Learn
This antiquarian volume contains a fascinating treatise on the powers and technique of hypnotising and self-hypnosis. As well as practical tips and comprehensive instructions, this text includes chapters on the psychotherapeutic applications of hypnosis and a fascinating chapter entitled "Sleep and Learn". Although old, this volume contains a wealth of timeless information, and is highly recommended for both existing and prospective practitioners. The chapters of this book "The History of Hypnotism", "Facts about Hypnotism", "How to Hypnotize Refractory Subjects", "Self-Hypnosis - How to Hypnotize yourself", "How to Awaken your Subject on Yourself from Hypnosis", "The Psychology of Hypnotism Post-Hypnotic Suggestion", etcetera. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on hypnosis.
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138 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1957
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November 16, 2018
Having been hypnotized before by a stage magician I found this to be a very informative and interesting book. In fact the only reason this little 112 page took me almost a week to finish was because every time I started reading it I hypnotized myself and fell asleep so I was only able to make it through a chapter a night. Highly recommended.
May 25, 2024
A “CLASSICAL” MID-20TH CENTURY INTRODUCTION TO THE SUBJECT
Author Melvin Powers wrote in the Foreword to this 1949 book, “Hypnotism is one of the most remarkable phenomena known to man… There is nothing mysterious about the phenomenon of hypnotism. However, people have long looked upon hypnosis as being surrounded by a veil of mystery… Its principles are evident in everyday life without attracting any particular degree of attention. Suggestibility is a normal characteristic of the mind…
“That many permanent therapeutic cures have resulted from the utilization of hypnosis is an indisputable fact. Hypnotism, by relieving worry, pain and sleeplessness, can contribute much to the comfort and cheerfulness of the patient, thus leading to the restoration of his health… Many people have a fear of hypnotism and refuse to expose themselves to it. Proper enlightenment on the subject if the only means of counteracting negative attitudes… People who do not understand the psychological nature of hypnotism cannot appreciate its curative power… A careful examination of psychiatric facts and medical literature proves beyond doubt the curative values of hypnosis. Medical science has proven hypnotism to be a powerful took in psychiatric therapy. Hypnotism is the key which will enable you to reach your subconscious mind.”
In the second ‘Lesson,’ he notes, “Suggestibility is a characteristic of the normal mind. We cannot hypnotize the insane, as they are living in a world of their own. Their psychological escape mechanism, running away from reality, will not permit contact with their thoughts. The periods of attention are so short lived that hypnotizing them is impossible.” (Pg. 23)
He observes, “There are those who are afraid of hypnotism, or who are reluctant to be hypnotized without a justifiable cause. These subjects resist hypnosis consciously as well as subconsciously. Therefore it may be necessary to repeat the hypnotic procedure until their fears are eliminated. It is important to remember that suggestibility to hypnosis increases with the repetition of the hypnotic induction, thus creating a habit pattern.” (Pg. 32-33)
He explains the hypnotic procedure: “As the subject looks at the crystal ball in your hand, or point of concentration on the ceiling, a feeling of heaviness in the eyelids will definitely result… The subject naturally assumes that this is due solely to your suggestions. Because of this, he immediately assumes a receptive frame of mind which sets the stage for your future suggestions… you profit by this natural physiological and psychological effect, by supplementing them with further suggestions of sleep, all of which are given in a low. Soothing and monotonous voice. So we observe that hypnotism is produced by a limitation of sensory impressions and by a narrowing of the consciousness.” (Pg. 40-41)
He acknowledges, “There are those who resist hypnotism, consciously or subconsciously, because of their fear of hypnosis. If the proper technique is used with these persons you will often find them responding immediately to your hypnotic suggestions…” (Pg. 51)
He adds, “Under hypnosis, the subject has complete control over his mental and physical self at all times. A mother can sleep through the worst thunderstorm, but the moment her baby cries in his room, she immediately wakes up. The subconscious mind never sleeps. Some subjects will awaken when the hypnotist stops talking to them. The fact that he has stopped taking acts as a suggestion to awaken. Others may be awakened by an unexpected or loud noise. As a general rule, you will never encounter any difficulty in waking your subject.” (Pg. 65)
He concludes, “There is no ‘magic’ in the art of successful living. Self-confidence, positive attitudes, personal magnetism, and happiness are attained through the application of positive and specific principles of constructive thinking that are ‘suggested’ to the subconscious mind through the medium of hypnotism. It is therefore the hypnotist and his medium, hypnotism, which is the ‘key’ not only to the release of this wonderful ‘Life Force,’ but also to the direction of that force for better living, success, and ultimate recognition in our highly competitive society.” (Pg. 95)
Although more than seventy years old, this book will still interest some persons studying the development of hypnotism.
Author Melvin Powers wrote in the Foreword to this 1949 book, “Hypnotism is one of the most remarkable phenomena known to man… There is nothing mysterious about the phenomenon of hypnotism. However, people have long looked upon hypnosis as being surrounded by a veil of mystery… Its principles are evident in everyday life without attracting any particular degree of attention. Suggestibility is a normal characteristic of the mind…
“That many permanent therapeutic cures have resulted from the utilization of hypnosis is an indisputable fact. Hypnotism, by relieving worry, pain and sleeplessness, can contribute much to the comfort and cheerfulness of the patient, thus leading to the restoration of his health… Many people have a fear of hypnotism and refuse to expose themselves to it. Proper enlightenment on the subject if the only means of counteracting negative attitudes… People who do not understand the psychological nature of hypnotism cannot appreciate its curative power… A careful examination of psychiatric facts and medical literature proves beyond doubt the curative values of hypnosis. Medical science has proven hypnotism to be a powerful took in psychiatric therapy. Hypnotism is the key which will enable you to reach your subconscious mind.”
In the second ‘Lesson,’ he notes, “Suggestibility is a characteristic of the normal mind. We cannot hypnotize the insane, as they are living in a world of their own. Their psychological escape mechanism, running away from reality, will not permit contact with their thoughts. The periods of attention are so short lived that hypnotizing them is impossible.” (Pg. 23)
He observes, “There are those who are afraid of hypnotism, or who are reluctant to be hypnotized without a justifiable cause. These subjects resist hypnosis consciously as well as subconsciously. Therefore it may be necessary to repeat the hypnotic procedure until their fears are eliminated. It is important to remember that suggestibility to hypnosis increases with the repetition of the hypnotic induction, thus creating a habit pattern.” (Pg. 32-33)
He explains the hypnotic procedure: “As the subject looks at the crystal ball in your hand, or point of concentration on the ceiling, a feeling of heaviness in the eyelids will definitely result… The subject naturally assumes that this is due solely to your suggestions. Because of this, he immediately assumes a receptive frame of mind which sets the stage for your future suggestions… you profit by this natural physiological and psychological effect, by supplementing them with further suggestions of sleep, all of which are given in a low. Soothing and monotonous voice. So we observe that hypnotism is produced by a limitation of sensory impressions and by a narrowing of the consciousness.” (Pg. 40-41)
He acknowledges, “There are those who resist hypnotism, consciously or subconsciously, because of their fear of hypnosis. If the proper technique is used with these persons you will often find them responding immediately to your hypnotic suggestions…” (Pg. 51)
He adds, “Under hypnosis, the subject has complete control over his mental and physical self at all times. A mother can sleep through the worst thunderstorm, but the moment her baby cries in his room, she immediately wakes up. The subconscious mind never sleeps. Some subjects will awaken when the hypnotist stops talking to them. The fact that he has stopped taking acts as a suggestion to awaken. Others may be awakened by an unexpected or loud noise. As a general rule, you will never encounter any difficulty in waking your subject.” (Pg. 65)
He concludes, “There is no ‘magic’ in the art of successful living. Self-confidence, positive attitudes, personal magnetism, and happiness are attained through the application of positive and specific principles of constructive thinking that are ‘suggested’ to the subconscious mind through the medium of hypnotism. It is therefore the hypnotist and his medium, hypnotism, which is the ‘key’ not only to the release of this wonderful ‘Life Force,’ but also to the direction of that force for better living, success, and ultimate recognition in our highly competitive society.” (Pg. 95)
Although more than seventy years old, this book will still interest some persons studying the development of hypnotism.
November 5, 2020
Still relevant.
Timelessly powerful material on hypnosis and its attendant phenomena, I could not ask for a better or more definitively simple treatise than this.
Timelessly powerful material on hypnosis and its attendant phenomena, I could not ask for a better or more definitively simple treatise than this.
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