Introduction This is a phenomenal induction. It is intentionally open-ended and can go in a number of directions. The Auto Wrist Lift shares a number of features with the Heavy Ball Induction. Transcript I would like you to find a spot on the back of your hand, and focus on that. And it doesn't even matter if you focus all of your attention on that spot and allow yourself to become absorbed in that. Now, I would like you to use your other hand to lift that hand up by the wrist, like so. [Demonstrate, bending the lifted arm at 90 degrees at the elbow.] [spacer height="1.5em"] Now, hold it gentler. Now, gentler. In fact, I'd like you to hold...

Read More

Introduction James Hazlerig developed this induction after spending some time thinking about bi-lateral stimulation. In many ways it can be thought of as a directed self-hypnosis experience. The Cat's Paw includes elements of bi-lateral stimulation, eye-fixation, fractionation and progressive muscle relaxation. The induction has similarities to the Old Finger Lift and the Dr. Flowers Induction. Transcript Just hold your hands up, like this, with your palms out. [Demonstrate by placing your own hands just below eye-level, palms facing out.] [spacer height="1.5em"] And now pick a spot above your head, at about a 45 degree angle and look at that spot. Now you can go ahead and tense your right hand... [Demonstrate by making a fist with your hand] [spacer height="1.5em"]...

Read More

Introduction The Slam Dunk induction is another great offering from Barry Thain. If that is not enough to gain your interest, perhaps reading the following transcript will do the job. Transcript Take a deep breath and... as you breathe out... relax and allow your eyes to close. Now ... look through your eyelids at your left thumbnail ... keeping your eyes closed ... look at your left thumbnail ... and keep looking at it as you lift it up and hold it six inches in front of your face ... Now let it go down again and ... as it goes down ... your arms gets twice as heavy ... And every time you lower your arm it gets twice...

Read More

Introduction Sensory Overload Inductions are a classic way to work with so-called analytical clients. Usually, the hypnotist uses whatever is happening around them, directing the client to focus on each input as it occurs, without giving them time to deal with any one sensation before moving on. The theory is that the analytical mind is overwhelmed with trying to keep up with everything, gives up and retreats into trance. There are a few problems with this approach. Firstly, it does not take account of people's descriptions of what it is like to be overloaded. Secondly, it relies on the assumption that the hypnotist will be able to out-run the client. And finally, it requires the hypnotist to function in a...

Read More

Introduction This induction is based on a routine performed by the Amazing Kreskin. It can be used as an imagination exercise, or an induction. Start by asking your subject to stand in front of a chair, with the chair against the back of their legs. Transcript Now, you know what it feels like to sit down, right? You've had that experience many times. And that must mean that you've had the experience of preparing to sit down. You know, that split-second between your brain sending the signal to sit down and you actually sitting down. So, what's gonna happen in a moment, when you close your eyes, is that you're going to be pulled into that chair. You won't fall.  It's as if your knees...

Read More

Introduction In its shortest form, this is a powerful and reliable induction that can consist of only 8 words, ”Press on my hand. Close your eyes... Sleep!” To pull-off the induction in 8 words, a good pre-talk is very useful. Clients need to understand that hypnosis is safe and natural. They must also understand that it is important to follow your instructions. Transcript [NOTE: Unlike other transcripts here, this one consists of mostly directions. After all, there really isn't all that much speech to include.] [spacer height="1.5em"] [Place your hand, palm side up, in front of the client.] [spacer height="1.5em"] Press on my hand. [While they are pressing down, have your client close her eyes, giving the client two tasks...

Read More