Our fascination with altered states of consciousness stretches back into the mists of time… Hypnosis is the latest method for deliberately using primarily words to guide someone into Altered States of Consciousness for Healing. The journey begins in the late 18th century, with Franz Mesmer.
Hypnosis and Antiquity: Unveiling the Ancient Roots of a Modern Practice
Hypnosis… a practice often associated with modern therapeutic techniques, actually has its roots firmly grounded…
Étienne Eugène Azam: Post Hypnotic Suggestions… Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Étienne Eugène Azam, a 19th-Century French physician who played a pivotal role in advancing the…
Mantras & Autosuggestion: Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science, Positive Mind Programming.
Both, Mantras and Autosuggestion harness the power of repetition to shape beliefs, rewire thought patterns…
James Braid: Unraveling the Legacy of the Scottish Surgeon and Pioneer of Hypnosis
Often referred to as the Father of Hypnosis, James Braid played a pivotal role in…
Mind Games & Mentalism: Unveiling the Enigma that is Mentalism, Distinguishing it from Hypnosis
While they share similarities, mentalism and hypnosis are distinct disciplines with different principles and techniques….
The Extraordinary Life and Impact of Milton Erickson: Revolutionizing Hypnotherapy
Milton Erickson’s approach to hypnotherapy challenged traditional techniques, focusing on the uniqueness of each individual’s…
The Art and Science of Autosuggestion, its Historical Roots and the ‘How to’
Autosuggestion is a powerful tool that allows you to tap into your unconscious mind and…
Unleashing the Power Within: The Remarkable Influence of Émile Coué
Émile Coué, may not be a household name, but his impact on the field of…
Unveiling the Secrets Behind the Mesmerizing World of Stage Hypnosis
Stage hypnosis has long captivated audiences around the world with its blend of mystery, entertainment,…
The Mesmerizing Legacy of Franz Anton Mesmer: Pioneering the Path to Hypnosis
Within the realm of hypnosis and its historical origins, the name Franz Anton Mesmer stands…
Exploring the Work of the First Three Pioneers of Hypnosis
The history of hypnosis, hypnosis is a fascinating phenomenon that has captivated human curiosity for…
Hypnosis in the Healing Temples of Asclepius: Unveiling the Ancient Healing Arts
Healing sanctuaries dedicated to the art of restoration and well being, incubation, dream healing and…
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“Ska María Pastora” The Mazatec Shaman and the ‘Sage of the Diviners’
The Mazatec people have a long history of using “Ska María Pastora” in their traditional…
Mongolian Shamans: Exploring the Mystical Path of the Böö
In the vast and rugged landscapes of Mongolia, where an ancient tradition of spiritual practice…
Repetitive Dancing and Chanting: A Journey into Altered States of Consciousness
Throughout history, the transformative potential of repetitive dancing and chanting are used as gateways to…
From DNA to Consciousness: Jeremy Narby and the Cosmic Serpent a Quest for Ancient Wisdom
Jeremy Narby is a remarkable figure who has pushed the boundaries of traditional scientific paradigms,…
Q’ero Mysticism, Ayni, Connection to Pachamama and “Giving Comes Before Receiving”
In the heart of the Peruvian Andes, nestled within some of the worlds most remote…
Cave Paintings and the Plants that Altered Ancient Consciousness…
Cave painting emerged roughly 40,000 years ago… What if they were influenced by the profound…
Exploring the Enchanting Trance States of North American Shamans
North American Shamans use various types of trances to enabling them to connect with the…
The Tree, the Shaman and the Mushroom an Alternative Christmas Story…
A happy man, wearing red and white robes, carrying a sack of ‘presents’, riding in…
Shamanic States and Telepathic Adventures in Scotland with Dr Bandler
A small and unique seminar… Shamanic States and Brain Exploration in Edinburgh with Dr Richard…
Beyond the Veil… Animism and Altered States of Consciousness.
Animism. Every part of our NATURAL world, the animals, plants, rivers, mountains, weather systems… are…
African Dagara Shamanism: Connecting with Ancestral Spirits and the Forces of Nature
Dagara Shamanism is a vibrant and deeply rooted spiritual tradition originating from Burkina Faso and…
Exploring Non-Ordinary Reality a Shamanic State for Transformative Experiences
Exploring the mysteries of Non-Ordinary Reality, it’s significance, and the transformative experiences it offers
The ‘Trance Dance’ of the San People of Southern Africa
Trance Dance, the San People of Southern Africa create space for physical, mental and spiritual…
Divination and it’s Role in Expanding Consciousness, Creating Space for Insight and Intuition to Shine
Insights gained through divination, channeling and intuitive practices hold the potential to directly affect and…
Drumming and Rhythmic Entrainment: The Gateway to Trance and Healing
Throughout history Drumming and rhythmic entrainment have been used for trance induction into altered states…
Dreamtime Healing: Exploring Aboriginal Wisdom for Well Being
Aboriginal Dreamtime extends beyond the realm of creation stories and spiritual beliefs
Siberian Shamans Ancient History of Amanita Muscaria and ‘Coining’ of the name ‘Shaman’
In the Altai Mountains of Siberia, artifacts such as stone carvings and paintings have been…
Exploring the Akashic Records, Morphic Resonance, and Altered States of Consciousness
Morphic Resonance and the interconnectedness between individual consciousness and the universal tapestry of existence
Soothsayers: Insights into the Ancient Art of Divination, Insight and Intuition
Soothsayers, with their ancient art of divination, offer a glimpse into the invisible threads that…
Shamanic Trances and Hypnosis: Exploring the Similarities and Outcomes…
Despite distinctly different cultural origins, Shamanic Trances and Hypnosis share some intriguing similarities and common…
Journeying, the Enigmatic Trance States of South American Shamanism
South American Shamanism: Ayahuasca journeys, icaros, dance rituals, and soul retrieval… gateways for shamans to…
Ava, The Sacred Draft of Samoan Shamanism – Gateway to Altered States and Connection to Aitu
Ava, opening pathways to the spirit world, enhancing spiritual experiences and enabling Shamans to enter…
The Art and Science of Shamanic Drumming: A Gateway to Altered States of Consciousness
Shamanic Drumming acts as a catalyst, guiding their consciousness beyond the boundaries of ordinary reality