Truth: Hypnosis does not give anyone control over your mind. During hypnosis, you're in a state of focused attention and deep relaxation, but you remain fully aware and in control. A hypnotherapist cannot make you do anything against your values or will.

Truth: Hypnosis works best on people with focus and imagination. Hypnotizability has nothing to do with intelligence or mental strength. In fact, people who are intelligent, creative, and open to experience often respond very well to hypnosis.

Truth: Hypnosis is not sleep—you're alert and aware. Although hypnosis may look like sleep because of the relaxed state, the mind is actually highly focused. Most people report feeling deeply calm but aware of everything that’s happening.

Truth: It’s impossible to get stuck in a hypnotic state. Hypnosis is a natural state. Even if the hypnotherapist stopped speaking, you would either return to full awareness on your own or drift into light sleep and wake up naturally.

Truth: Hypnosis is powerful but not always instant. Stefan is highly trained to safely place people into hypnosis.

Truth: You won’t say or do anything you don’t want to. Hypnosis doesn’t override your moral judgment or personal boundaries. If something feels wrong or uncomfortable, you can choose not to say or do it—just like in a waking state.

Truth: Hypnosis is a scientifically backed, natural process. Modern clinical hypnosis is based on neuroscience and psychology. It's used in hospitals, dental clinics, and mental health practices worldwide for things like pain management and anxiety.

Truth: Hypnosis can improve memory recall, but not perfectly. Hypnosis may enhance memory by increasing focus, but it's not a magic eraser or infallible lie detector. Ethical hypnotherapists are careful to avoid leading suggestions to prevent false memories.

Truth: Stage hypnosis is entertainment; clinical hypnosis is therapy. Stage hypnosis is designed for fun and showmanship, often with volunteers who expect to perform. Clinical hypnosis is a professional therapeutic tool used to help people make positive changes.

Truth: Relaxation helps, but hypnosis is a distinct mental state. While relaxation often accompanies hypnosis, it’s not the same thing. Hypnosis involves focused attention, increased suggestibility, and specific therapeutic techniques.

Truth: Hypnosis is a skill. Hypnotherapists are trained professionals who use evidence-based techniques. There’s no mystical power involved—just understanding how to guide someone into a receptive mental state.

Truth: Hearing and remembering are normal in hypnosis. Most people hear everything the hypnotherapist says and remember much of the session. This doesn't mean hypnosis isn’t working—your subconscious is still absorbing the suggestions.