Introduction to Suggestibility Tests
Suggestibility tests are normally used as a first step in hypnosis session. They prepare a subject for the more formal process of inducing hypnosis.
Tests allow you to identify the current level of suggestibility of a subject. The level of suggestibility may vary with the person's state of mind and the rapport (level of trust) between the hypnotist and the subject.
Tests may also give you a good indication as to how a subject may behave when being hypnotized, and assist you in determining which method (approach) to use in inducing the trance state.
With all tests, you want to ensure that your subject feels he wants to perform well, that he doesn't fight your suggestions, or work hard to resist. There are ways to deal with these types of subjects, but in the beginning, unless you crave challenge, you may be better of experimenting with willing subjects.
You may begin testing by telling your subject "Let's see how much control your mind has over your body", or "Studies have shown that the smarter a person is, the better is that person able to focus his mind and the better hypnotic subject he makes."
Let the person know that testing is not hypnosis. "I'm going to try a few experiments to see how good you are at relaxing. I'm NOT going to try to hypnotize you."
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