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promethee Regular user France 125 Posts |
Hi Derren,
I'd like to know your views on stage hypnosis (I know you started as a stage hypnotist), and the hypnotic state (if such a state exist). And keep on the good work, you've created a new art form ... Promethee
La fleur de l'illusion produit le fruit de la realite.
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DerrenBrown V.I.P. 109 Posts |
That's a massive topic, and I am struggling now to answer what I can.
I don't think hypnosis is a special state. There's nothing that can be done 'in it' that can't be achieved out of it. I think it's a shorthand term for a mewrging of a lot of psychological techniques like suggestion, charisma, response expectancy, hype etc. It's easy for stage hypnotists to argue that this makes it entirely safe, and that any criticisms are nonsense. However, this doesn't take in to account that some are slapdash and irresponsible performers, and that if subjects are left confused and resentful, or made to have a horrific time, then you're asking for trouble - real or imaginary. I use a lot of the techniques within that spectrum for my routines, as I find it such a rich and interesting area. But it can be a seedy business. Thanks, db |
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