Quote by Theodore Sturgeon

As far as hypnosis is concerned, I had a very serious problem when I was in my twenties. I encountered a man who later became the president of the American Society of Medical Hypnosis. He couldn't hypnotize me.

As far as hypnosis is concerned, I had a very serious proble

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In this quote, the speaker explains a personal experience with hypnosis. During their twenties, they struggled with a serious problem and sought help from a well-regarded expert in hypnosis. However, despite the expert's credentials and expertise, the speaker states that the hypnosis attempts were unsuccessful in inducing a hypnotic state in them. The quote highlights the individual's unique resistance to being hypnotized, challenging the perceived efficacy and universality of hypnosis as a technique for everyone.

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