Rob MacInnes, CH is a graduate student studying psychology. With his background in hypnotherapy and academia, he will be publishing articles focused on providing you with a scientific psychological view on how and why hypnosis works.

I think that you are all going to appreciate his articles because he is one who values scientific research AND "clinical" application of hypnotism.

Rob is also a 5-PATH® Certified Hypnotherapist and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis® Teacher.

Here is his first article for you. We hope you will enjoy it and that it will add to your knowledge of hypnotism.

Hypnosis and Meditation
By Rob MacInnes CH

A frequent question I see arising from clients, the hypno-curious, and even on meditation oriented internet forums is: What is the relationship of hypnosis to meditation? This question takes on many forms: Is hypnosis a form of meditation? Is the phenomenon experienced in deep meditation some kind of hypnotic or auto suggested hallucination? Is the type of meditation I am doing really a form of trance or self hypnosis? Usually underlying the question is a notion that having one’s practice equated to hypnosis makes it somehow of a lesser order. In other words, "are you meditating or merely hypnotizing yourself?".

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Elsom Eldridge, Jr. and those who asked questions really put my Week of Power program under the microscope!

I think the best part was the call-in time at the end of the call. Callers got to ask me anything, and I was particularly moved by those who have graduated my courses who called in just to share how much 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis has changed their lives and the lives of their students and clients.

That is why I am bringing the complete call to you now. Have a listen and leave a comment!

BONUS! Yes you can still get FREE access to my audio training program, "Doing Direct Suggestion Hypnosis Right", normally sold for 29.95! The details are in the audio program.

Keep checking back because we are going to be adding more information about this unique form of self-hypnosis as we develop the site further.

What is unique about 7th Path Self-Hypnosis?

It is the very first "anti-virus" software for the human mind. Using this form of self-hypnosis automatically clears out the blocks that have held you back from succeeding in, what has been, the most difficult challenges in your life.

Then, you also learn one of the most powerful ways to program yourself for success. For more information, go to, http://www.7thpathselfhypnosis.com.

His brother Chris is friends with the leading Australian hypnotist Rick Collingwood and he persuaded him to learn about mind-altering process.

Collingwood said that "Mel’s a natural; he’s got the look as well as piercing blue eyes. He’s going to be a great hypnotist.” Mel’s brother Chris talked to him over the phone about hypnotherapy and he got interested with it.

Though Gibson is learning the art of hypnotherapy, yet it is unsure if he plans to use it. Read more about Mel Gibson’s hypnotic hobby here: http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/story/hypnotist-mel-gibson_1148975.

I’m honored to be able to give two seminars and once again conduct my popular Week of Power Advanced Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy Certification Course.

Here are the details for all the programs I’ll be teaching at the convention:

• FREE 1 Hour Seminar – Mastering Age Regression by Mastering the Initial Sensitizing Event  In this FREE one hour seminar you will learn all about what it takes to really master hypnotic age regression and get maximum results. Caution, this is information packed, face paced program, and I expect that this class will fill up. Contact the NGH now and let them know that you want to attend the free course. Their contact information is at www.NGH.net.

• 2 Hour Workshop – The Mind-Body-Spirit Journey of 7th Path Self-Hypnosis® Begins – Receive the First Two Recognitions of Love & Renewal  For the first time ever at this year’s NGH convention I’ll teach this mind-body-spirit 2 hr. workshop. I’m sure it will be the "talk of the convention" as everyone who experiences an incredible personal shift talks about what happened to them. This will be an experiential course and human transformations will occur right before your eyes! Again, let the NGH know that you want to be in this course right away. Don’t be one of those who get left out. Their contact information is at www.NGH.net.

• 7 Day Certification Course – The "Week of Power" Advanced Hypnotherapy Certification Course with 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®  (Part 1: 4 Days Pre-Convention and Part 2: 3 Days Post-Convention) I’m back again this year with the "Week of Power" Advanced Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy Certification Course. Get your certification in 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis and bring your confidence and skills to a higher level and be a Hypno-1%er™. This is a popular program that I usually only teach at our Center in California and last time I taught this course it filled up in advance and individuals were turned away. Here is a photo of the last class along with their feedback. Come prepared to work and learn! Tuition is only $1195. See you in class!

BONUS TELESEMINAR: In order to let you in on the inside scoop about the "Week of Power", the NGH is doing a live teleseminar about this upcoming course on June 25th at 9:15 pm Eastern Time. Here is the call in information:

Call: 321-354-6946
Access Code: 191630#

You can also listen to it live on the Internet by going here: http://budurl.com/banyan.

Official Details about the Week of Power certification course are here: www.ngh.net/Convention/2010/171.pdf

NEWS FLASH! This year the NGH is celebrating its 60th Year Anniversary at this convention. So you know this convention is going to be extraordinary! Be there and get in on the celebration!

See you at the convention!

There are many studies that were done by different people and institutions about hypnosis and its medical value. It wasn’t only used on reducing pain for breast cancer but also use as treatment for irritable bowel syndrome, duodenal ulcers and indigestion unassociated with ulcers.

Now, hypnosis is another option for people who are looking for alternative ways to help their physical ills. Read more about Hypnosis and its medical value through: http://dailytribune.com/articles/2010/05/23/online/srv0000008296484.txt

“Hypnosedation” is a technique where surgical patients are not given general anaesthetic but a combination of hypnotherapy, a mild sedative, and a local anaesthetic. This procedure has been used extensively in Europe and seen a great success there. Studies reportedly indicate that those who undergo hypnosedation can recover faster that those who uses general anaesthesia and they also avoid the side effects of the usual treatment.

Everyone must feel anxiety and/or fear whenever they will undergo surgical treatment that is why we ask for anaesthesia but having some alternatives like hypnosedation to choose from is good as many is also afraid with the side effects cause by using anaesthesia. Read more about the use of hypnotherapy as a phobia treatment here: http://www.thetherapylounge.com/hypnotherapy-news/c-2597/hypnotherapy-used-as-a-phobia-treatment-and-anaesthesia-complement-during-surgery/

For example, Wheatley and Haidt researched how hypnosis has an effect on moral judgment. The result of their research made them conclude that intuition and feelings can influence moral judgments. This topic though is still up for debate and still early to conclude though many are saying that hypnosis is a great tool to determine whether moral judgment is based on emotion or on reasoning. Read more about this topic here: http://www.naturalnews.com/027949_hypnosis_emotion.html
More info: http://subcortex.com/PrinzEmotionalBasisMoralJudgments.pdf

NEWS FLASH: I just received news that the 2010 NGH convention schedule has just become available as a PDF file that you can see now.

Be the first to find out when your favorite topics are being presented and when your favorite speakers/teachers are presenting.

It is common for my programs and other popular speakers’ seminars and workshops to be sold out during or before the convention, so act now.

Find the talks and seminars that you want to attend by checking this schedule and then contact the National Guild of Hypnotist to secure the seats that you want by calling them at (603) 429-9438.

Additional information about my workshops is available on www.HypnosisCenter.com or by contacting Maureen@HypnosisCenter.com.

He says that he wants to quit, but in his own words, according to USA Today’s website, "I constantly struggle with it" and "there are times when I mess up". Then, he goes on to say, "I don’t do it in front of the kids." I wonder if there is a smoking room in the White House, or does he just step outside?

I’m thinking that a really smart person like Obama, if he really wanted to quit smoking, he could do it. Seriously, lots of people have done it, either by using sheer willpower, a medical intervention such as the patch, or through hypnosis.

I think that President Obama should see a good hypnotist. What do you think?