The Ottawa–Gatineau Journal

Ideas and information

Exploring the subconscious mind through hypnosis

Lynne Cardinal’s article explains her approach to hypnosis as a guided process beginning with the participant’s goals. It describes discussing suitable techniques before moving into a relaxed session.

Water lilies stretching in a line across a perfectly still lake at dusk, with smooth stones in the foreground

The author places particular emphasis on metaphor, communication and the participant’s ability to remain involved in the process. The article presents her philosophy and session format; its claims about personal change are the practitioner’s perspective rather than a promise of results.

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