Jack’s CEO Lee Marcum gets hypnotized. Was it real? You decide!
He says he felt extremely relaxed and his arms felt like jello! Have you ever been hypnotized? This morning on Indy Style, the CEO of Jack’s Donuts, Lee Marcum, did just that, with the help of hypnotist Colin Christopher. Colin is also the author of “Manipulate The Date,” a book that helps singles overcome their dating fears and anxiety.
Colin says, “Under hypnosis, we can safely manipulate the subconscious framework that governs dating and relationships, as well as every type of human interaction and communication. We can actually take the person through each stage of the date – asking the person out, going to dinner, the goodnight kiss and more – and reprogram the subconscious reaction to one of calmness and confidence.”Here’s how Colin says you can can manipulate your own dates without a hypnotist:
– How you use your language: Instead of asking someone on a date, say, “I’m going to check out the new museum exhibit tomorrow at noon. You should come along.” This phrasing takes the pressure off of it feeling like you’re asking them out and focuses on the fact that you’re doing something fun and inviting them to join in. It’s much easier for someone to say yes to join in on your fun then to agree to a formal date.
– Perfection does not exist: It’s ok to not be perfect. Too many dates are ruined by people trying to create the “perfect” date that they can’t go with the flow and stay in the moment. Focus less on perfection and more on having fun, interacting and always ensuring the person you are out with receives a benefit from your meeting. Leave them better than they were before you went out.
– In dating, all things are possible. Have you ever heard the old adage, “Like attracts like?” Don’t buy into it. This is a very limiting belief with dating and holds so many people back. I have seen many couples that you would never think have anything in common get together and have great dates and fantastic relationships. Sometimes you can have an immediate attraction or connection to someone, and the people are polar opposites. In dating, anything is possible.
– Get specific who your ideal mate is: I’ve seen many patients that when I ask them who their ideal mate is, they have no idea. Get really clear of the qualities you want in your ideal mate. Write down what your ideal mate looks like physically, mentally and emotionally. Writing it down, seeing it on paper and reading it over and over again helps to ingrain it into the subconscious mind which acts like a magnet.
– Remember the details: People are always impressed when you meet them in the future and remember details about them. Remembering makes them feel special and creates emotional entanglement. It also shows you’re thoughtful and pay attention to them. If you want to go from casual dating to a real relationship, remember the details.
– Stop focusing on sex: I work with many couples who experience problems in the bedroom. If a medical professional rules out a physical problem, it’s more than likely a lack of emotional connection. Engage in activities that focus on building up your emotional bonds with your partner and the result is usually better sex. Go skydiving together, ride a rollercoaster together or just do something exhilarating that brings you closer together.Hypnosis is so powerful because the therapist is able to bypass the conscious mind which normally acts as a gatekeeper, and get directly to the subconscious mind where our thoughts and beliefs come from. Here are a few facts about hypnosis:
– A therapist can reprogram the subconscious mind. If a patient wants to quit smoking, for example, the therapist will suggest to the subconscious mind that cigarettes are disgusting and taste gross, usually leaving the patient with no desire to light up.
– Hypnosis feels like a very relaxed state and most people look forward to doing it again and again. Under hypnosis, you are 100% in control. Although people will do some pretty funny and wild things in stage shows, you could never hypnotize someone to do anything illegal, dangerous or against their beliefs.
– Hypnosis is much like daydreaming, or if you’ve ever been driving and all of a sudden realized you were in deep thought and don’t quite remember driving the car, it’s very similar to that. Under hypnosis you are awake the entire time and are fully aware of what is happening around you.
– The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Kate Middleton used hypnosis for the unpleasant side effects of her pregnancy. Adele used hypnosis to overcome her stage freight. Top athletes like former soccer superstar David Beckham and Tiger Woods, have also used hypnosis to improve concentration and athletic performance. Doctors are even doing hypno-surgeries without the use of anesthesia.
– People can practice self-hypnosis in their own home. It’s best to do it right before bed time, in a very quiet location where you feel relaxed and comfortable. A friend or spouse can help by offering suggestions once you are in a very relaxed state.
– There are a lot of people claiming to be hypnotherapist, so make sure the therapist you chose is accredited by an organization such as the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners.
To learn more, visit www.colinchristopher.com.