There are numerous myths surrounding hypnosis. For instance, one common misconception is that you can be hypnotised to do things against your will. This is a commonly held idea that we often see in stage shows or films to capitalize on the “power” of the hypnotist, but this is not true. The hypnotherapist is simply a guide or facilitator and he/she cannot do “make” you do anything against your will. Another common belief is that someone under hypnosis is unconscious. Although the hypnotic state may resemble sleep from a physical point of view, from the mental standpoint the individual is simply relaxed. They may be keenly alert, in a comfortable space in which they can talk, move around and communicate if they wish. Furthermore, clients often expect that they will not remember anything that is said during the trance period of the session. Everyone experiences hypnosis differently, some individuals focus on what the hypnotist say and remember the majority of what the hypnotherapist said, for other’s it is like day dreaming and their attention may drift and wander from one thought to another thought. Either way is okay, there is no “right way” or “wrong way” as it simply depends on the individual.