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Definitions of hypnosis from different sources

Reliable Definitions of Hypnosis

Hypnotism has always been surrounded by misconception. Unfortunately, the internet is a very unreliable source of information and many websites contain extremely misleading information. This page provides definitions of hypnosis from various organisations and established authors which help to clarify the way hypnosis is normally defined by more credible sources. James Braid The first definition […]

Hypnosis History

The Evolution and History of Hypnosis: From Ancient Spiritual Practices to Modern Applications

The history of hypnosis is a captivating journey that spans centuries, deeply rooted in ancient spiritual practices and shaped by the contributions of influential figures throughout time. From its origins in ancient civilizations to its modern therapeutic applications, hypnosis has evolved, intertwining traditional wisdom with scientific exploration. In this article, we will delve into the […]

Wash Hands when feeling guilty

Feeling guilty, wash hands but be careful

Recently I came across an interesting article titled "Feeling guilty or sinful? Just Wash your hands !!!". The article was about understanding how not only our mental states determine our behaviour but also how our behaviour can help us control our mental states.
guilt is realisation of mistake

Guilt Meaning, Purpose & Way forward – Complete Guide

Guilt is a cognitive or an emotional experience that occurs when a person realizes or believes — accurately or not — that he or she has compromised his or her own standards of conduct or has violated a moral standard, and bears significant responsibility for that violation.
Key to Happiness

Helplessness to Happiness: Discover and overcome the hurdles that you will face on this journey

For a long time in my life, I thought that there are certain things, people, and situations... that are good and others that are bad. Everything that I thought was bad made me feel a sense of helplessness, sadness, agitation, anxiety... and all that I thought was good, made me feel happy, peaceful, calm, joyous...
When not to meditate

Unveiling Side Effects of Meditation: Insights and Precautions

For as long as I remember, almost everyone I spoke to about meditation has told me that it is the way to a blissful and peaceful living. Some have gone to an extent of saying that it is the solution to whatever problem one has and everyone should practise it as there are no side effects of meditation. And I kept wondering whether this is true?

Operant Conditioning (Punishment and Reward theory)

Operant Conditioning is a method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behaviour in other words it is a type of learning in which an individual's behaviour is modified by its consequences or the response the behaviour gets.

Classical Conditioning: Stimulus-Response Theory, Mechanisms, and Examples

Stimulus-response (S-R) is a classical model of psychology about human behaviour and is popularly known as Classical Conditioning. It would be wise to briefly describe “conditioning” before classical conditioning could be explained.
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What is Hypnosis? Exploring the Science, Applications and Benefits

When we talk about what is hypnosis, we often tend to be either talking about: the relaxed, focused, absorbed feelings associated with a ‘trance state’, or we tend to be talking about the interesting things people can do when hypnotised: such as not feeling pain, or experiencing hallucinations.
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