With the countless associations of hypnosis, as fed to us by movies, showing a character falling into a trance in front of a swinging pendant, it is no wonder that its less-than-savory reputation precedes its practical uses and overlooks its potential benefits. The myths that surround this-from surrendering your will to your hypnotist to being subject to the spell without your knowledge or permission-also do little to help the common perception and may even make people shun it. While this may be said to be instrumental in overcoming numerous phobias or fears, the majority seem to be having, by sheer lack of understanding, a phobia of it. A good place to start in exploring for its relevance is in the family.
