The Mike Mandel Hypnosis Blog

Got less than a minute to sell hypnosis? Here’s how to nail it.Let’s face it: as a hypnotist, you might not always have the luxury of time to explain all the wonders of hypnosis. Sometimes, all you get is 45

What if you could influence anyone—just by changing how you speak?Words can be incredibly powerful. Imagine being able to positively influence someone's mood or actions just by shifting the way you speak to them—without them even realizing it. This isn't

In order to do hypnosis, you need to understand it first.Hypnosis is one of those fascinating subjects that’s surrounded by mystery. It has the power to both intrigue and confuse people, with myths about mind control and hypnotists taking over

Most hypnotists make this huge mistake.Imagine you’re guiding someone into hypnosis, and it’s not going as smoothly as you'd like. They’re sitting there with their eyes wide open, and despite your best efforts—telling them they’re getting sleepy, their eyes are

Can you hypnotize someone fast, even if they’ve never been hypnotized before?When people first get into hypnosis, one of the big questions that always comes up is, Can a rapid induction work on someone who’s never been hypnotized before? The

Every hypnotist NEEDS to know direct suggestion.That’s because direct suggestion is one of the foundational tools in hypnosis. It’s the act of giving clear, positive instructions to your client while they’re in trance. Here’s the thing—hypnosis isn’t just about doing deep

What do a butter knife and a stack of frozen hamburger patties have to do with hypnosis? Well, you're about to find out!Sometimes, the simplest tweaks can make a massive difference—and that’s exactly what we’re going to talk about today. Whether