Every so often, someone will tell me, “I don’t believe in hypnosis,” or even, “Isn’t hypnosis fake?” It’s a fair question—especially if your only exposure to hypnosis has been stage…
In the world of cognitive science, small things can make a big difference. One of the most fascinating examples of this is priming — the process of using specific words,…
We’ve all heard the phrase “being on the fence.” It usually means we’re stuck—uncertain about what decision to make in a given situation. We often say it out loud or…
Tapping Into The Theta Brain State When most people think of hypnosis, they might imagine someone on stage clucking like a chicken—or being "put under" like in the movies. But…
“Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win by fearing to attempt.”— William Shakespeare In a single line, Shakespeare captured a struggle of the…