There are numerous myths about hypnosis. Here are some frequently asked questions about the myths of hypnotism.

a) Can a person stay in a hypnotic state and not wake from it?

Everyone wakes up out of hypnosis. A person who is hypnotized CANNOT stay in a hypnotic state unless they are constantly hearing the hypnotist’s voice. This is the most frequently asked question from audience members after a show. Some people have a true fear in hypnosis that a person can stay in the hypnotic state and not wake up from it. Sometimes a person can be deep enough that they might require a slight tap on the shoulder or an extra count up from the hypnotist, but everyone wakes up from hypnosis. It is very similar to asking, has anyone ever not woker up from a nap? Just as everyone wakes up from a nap, everyon wakes up from a hypnotized state.