it, subsequent experiences will further compound the strength of beleif or reaction and thats why direct access to the unconscious is the way to make change.
What is Trance?
There was some debate about ‘trance state’ from Kathy in the BBC study of Hypnotherapy and if it exists or not or is it just ‘suggestion’. Much of the research showed that there was a difference in brain activity if the person was in an altered state (we call trance). There seemed to be significant evidence to show that it does make a difference to the individuals perception and their ability to ‘imagine’ really well.
Trance is a natural phenomenon. We also liken it to daydreaming and as BBC Dr Kathy Sykes highlighted when she was given an opportunity to experience it, that she was trying to control the suggestions and being ‘bloody minded’. The Dr who was