Can a hypnotist take control of your mind—or make you unable to refuse a suggestion?

A hypnotic response can feel surprisingly automatic. Your hand might seem to move by itself, or an imagined experience might feel remarkably convincing.

But does that mean someone else is in charge?

In this short video, I explain the difference between a response feeling automatic and losing control—and why the familiar reassurance, “You can never be made to do anything you don’t want to do”, needs more care than it usually gets.

Watch through for the distinction that makes this whole subject clearer.

Which concerns you most: losing control, revealing information, getting stuck, or being unable to reject a suggestion?

For a deep dive into this topic, read this comprehensive article: Can Hypnosis Make You Lose Control?