21st Aug 2008
Learn to use the trances we’re all in
Ever since I realised that trances do not come from hypnotic suggestion, but arise naturally, from consciousness itself, I have been exploring how to make better use of them, especially as an adjunct to playing in the powerful field of Matrix Energetics. (Richard Bartlett, founder of Matrix Energetics, studied with Richard Bandler).
We are in a trance of some kind all the time. When we drive for example, we are in a driving trance. More profound trances may occur when our state of identity is disrupted by, for example, change. In these instances, trance is a natural learning state within which we can create a new identity.
Many ancient cultures developed ritual tools and processes to safely induce, utilise and process specific trance states for learning and healing purposes. Hypnosis is a modern day equivalent. Hypnosis does not necessarily induce trance. Indirect hypnotists also recognise and guide their clients through pre-existing trance states.
Free on-line resources
An excellent brief introduction to trance (on many levels) is the two free "What is Trance?" podcasts on Michael Perez’s blog.
Trance, hypnosis and NLP are closely associated. An excellent free forum where you can get excellent advice and discussion on these topics is NLP Connections.
Among the many resources on that website are a number of mp3 interviews with pioneers and trainers in the field.
One well respected pioneer and trainer who appears to come very much from the heart, shares a lot of his findings and teaches at reasonable price on both sides of the Atlantic is Stephen Gilligan. This interview is a great place to start.
Free tips, articles and courses :-
Highly recommended books
These three books are highly and widely recommended :-
My Voice Will Go with You: Teaching Tales of Milton H. Erikson
Monsters and Magical Sticks, or There Is No Such Thing as Hypnosis by Steven Heller and Terry Steele
Training trances by John Overdurf and Julie Silverthorn
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I would be interested to learn more about the trance state and Matrix Energetics. You have me curious!