Similarly, you may ask, how do you get an altered state of consciousness?
You simply need to sit in a comfortable position with your eyes closed and practise deep breathing. You might want to try it out for yourself (see Video Clip: “Try Meditation”). Brain imaging studies have indicated that meditation is not only relaxing but can also induce an altered state of consciousness (Figure 6.15).
Also Know, what does hypnosis feel like? The way people typically describe the feeling of being hypnotized, during hypnotherapy, is to be in a calm, physically, and mentally relaxed state, in which they are able to focus deeply on what they are thinking about.
Correspondingly, what happens if you get hypnotized?
You may look like you're sleeping, but you're awake during hypnosis. You're just in a deeply relaxed state. Your muscles will become limp, your breathing rate will slow, and you may become drowsy.
What is a trance induced state?
Psychiatry. Trance is an abnormal state of wakefulness in which a person is not self-aware and is either altogether unresponsive to external stimuli (but nevertheless capable of pursuing and realizing an aim) or is selectively responsive in following the directions of the person (if any) who has induced the trance.
