The actual experience of being hypnotised is very difficult to describe, neither asleep nor awake. All hypnotic states are characterised by a tremendously pleasant state of relaxation, an altered state of consciousncss into which individuals allow themselves to enter so that desired, beneficial suggestions may be given direclly to thc unconscious mind. Thus, hypnosis is a natural, clTective way of making contact with the inner (unconscious) self, a source of many of our problems as well as a tremcndous reservoir of unrecognised potential strcngth and knowledge, Le. the forgotten assets.
Nobody can ever be hypnotised against their will and, even when hypnotised, people can still reject any of the suggestions given if they are not appropriate.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy means the use of hynosis for the treatment and relief of a variety of somatic and psychological symptoms.