Hypnosis is a state of heightened suggestibility, so it doesn’t have a specific feeling on its own.
The sensation you experience will be the one I suggest, which is usually a state of comfort and relaxation, where your mind and body are pleasantly at ease, as if you’re in a mental spa. You’re not asleep; your senses are alert, and your mind will remain active and aware. You’ll hear everything I say and remember it as you would do with any normal conversation.
Hypnosis doesn’t limit your mental capabilities—you can talk, open your eyes, move, ask questions, laugh, or even cry.
In the way I work, you may feel a deep sensation of relaxation at times, as if you’re sinking into the chair or bed. Your body might feel heavier and pleasantly warm, and at other times, light and free. Regardless of how deeply you’re in hypnosis, your mind may wander, and there may be internal dialogue—that’s normal. My role is to ensure you’re at the right level to achieve your desired results.
There’s no specific ‘hypnotized’ feeling, and there’s no right or wrong experience, but nearly everyone finds it pleasant, relaxing, and powerful. Contrary to the depiction in movies and television, hypnosis is not about a loss of control or consciousness; rather, it’s a process of regaining control over those aspects of life that often feel out of our hands, such as certain habits, impressions, feelings, and behaviors.