Hypnosis (trance)  is an altered state of consciousness that occurs naturally in every human being.  Here are some examples of natural hypnotic states: Driving in your car wanting to go to a specific exit on the parkway and realizing you've passed your exit. Staring into a blazing fireplace. Daydreaming. Sitting and watching television. Watching a movie Noticing you've been staring at something for a long period of time. The difference between the naturally occurring states described above and the hypnotic state you enter when you visit a Certified Hypnotist  is that the hypnotist induces the natural state in order to give you positive suggestions. MORE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT HYPNOSIS WORLD HYPNOTISM DAY