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There has always been controversy over hypnotism. Fact is, Hypnotism does NOT CHANGE a person, but actually uses the mind of that person to effect how he/she reacts. When it comes to smoking, its an addiction, and Habit. If a Person truely believes they want to stop, but cant because its a habit, then hypnosis will/should work. Alternatively if a person enjoys smoking (Which there are quite a few that do) and only want to quit cause they know its not good for them, chances are its not going to work.

I'm not sure whether to be embarrassed or not but I've read a few hypnotism books. Shawn is completely right. Hypnotism is suggestion directly to the subconscious, bypassing the logic of the conscious. It is only suggestion. If the person being hypnotized does not want to be or is suggested something that they deep down oppose they will no go through with it. There is a famous test that a hypnotist did many many years ago to prove this point. He hypnotized someone and told them to murder another person on stage with an axe. The person lifted the axe then dropped it and started crying that they couldn't do it.

My stepfather was hypnotized to quit smoking, and now he hasn't smoked in over a year at least. I still don't buy into any of it.

Seen Tony Lee last night. I have only seen him live once before about 2 years ago and although the content remained very similar, it was still hilarious to watch. The show is only as good as those that get on stage and unfortunately he only managed to hypnotized 3 (last time was closer to 15).

When he says "Your ass is mine and you belong to me", he means it.

Last night, on the 19th of March, 2004, I went to watch Tony Lee live. I was under his hypnotic 'spell' and yes, I agree. When Tony says, "If you're up on stage, your ass is mine and you belong to me," he TRULY means it.

He got me to remove every article of clothing on my body, save the underwear. He, then, got me to perform acts which, consciously, I wouldn't have otherwise. Embarassed? Yes. But the audience enjoyed every minute of it, especially when Tony got me to do something. So, I'd say it's worth the embarassment. =D

I have never actually seen a stage presentation by Tony Lee, because I seem to be part of his show....or porn "queen"...hahaha, each and every time i went.
I had never been a subject until I went to see his ex rated show, or so I thought I was there to see it.
I have been a subject of Tony's at least 8, or maybe more times..."Once" I guess was not enough..lol
We become friends to the point he knew me by name..and never did forget me...It has been about 4 years since I have been to a show or have seen Tony...He is a great guy with a outstanding personality...
Would love to see him again real soon..and hope I do...

What is known about hypnosis from studies on the subjects of hypnosis, as opposed to what is believed, has shows that there is significant correlation between being imaginative and being responsive to hypnosis. Studies have shown that people who are fantasy-prone make excellent hypnotic subjects, while people who believe that hypnosis does not work cannot be hypnotized.

It is also known that confabulation, that is, a fantasy that unconsciously replaces fact, is common while under hypnosis. There have been claims by subjects of hypnosis that they were abducted sexually abused as children. In fact, these were only “false memories” induced by therapists or interviewers during hypnosis.

The enhancement of the accuracy of memory is not evidently supported.

The greatest predictor of hypnotic responsiveness is what a person believes about hypnosis. If a person believes that it will work, then it will, and if a person believes that it won't work, then it won't. Hypnotism is truly rubbish, it is only people's belief in it that makes it work.

Tony Lee performed at our university nightclub (Brunel University, UK) today and seriously what an amazing show. I have never seen someone hypnotized before. He'll be coming back in Feb, but then I'll have to buy tickets, this time I got in free since I work for the Students Union.

To: Student of Psychology.
Have to take you to task for your statement.."hypnotism is rubbish"...first off, we do know that hypnosis is only a tool that can be used to implant selective thinking into the subconscious...we know how to use it but we don't understand how and why it works.
Perhaps you would be well advised to look into the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis whose membership consist of leading health professionals...MD's DD's, psychologists, nurses, PhD's and students working on their PhD or PsyD.....they don't think hypnosis is rubbish.
But it is true....in order for any modality to work..you must want it to work. Whether you consider this positive thinking or not...half the battle of changing a bad habit into a habit that's better for you (hypnotists don't eliminate a "bad" habit...they replace it.) is wanting the change.
If you're a true student of psychology...look into the above association...open your mind to new ideas.
And in case anyone is wondering, YES I'm a clinical (not stage) hypnotist, with a successful practice for the past decade....

I saw Tony Lee last night for the second time. It's never worked on me which is dissapointing, but it did work on the friend I took with me and I have no doubts that hypnosis is real and not a stage act after what he did! I'd love tsee the X rated show... I dont think you can group people who are affected into "the imaginative", "the more focused" etc, I suspect there is far more to it than that. It would be interesting to see if someone who seems particualrly susceptible can fight it?

Tony Lee performed here at Laurier tonight and that stuff cannot possibly be fake. To make a guy kiss another guys butt and to make people wear their underwear on their heads is the real deal. Whoever hasn't seen him before, I highly recommend seeing him.

Hi! I was just to see Tony Lee the X-Rated hypnotist tonight and it was an excellent show. We will definately go again when he comes back. Just wondering if I could have the email address....if this is the same Tony Lee that performs at Big Leagues in Dartmouth, NS. I've tried several times, but can't seem to get the site right....I thought it was www.tony@liveperformers.com....Could you please reply if this is the correct Tony with your website address. Thanks

Janet Cleary bitchnatu@yahoo.com

Apparently Tony Lee was stopped getting a licence as he isnt properly insured according to home office guidelines on hypnosis.

I was told that only certain hypnotist can now get insurance in the uk now. Tese are vetted by the Insurance company who will only insured Hypnotists who are Equity members.

According to the guidelines, anything of a sexual nature is not permitted and suggestions have to be removed at the end of the show. Hands clasping tests also not allowed as it 'traps' highly suggestible subjects who may not be taking part willingly.

Having heard about Tony Lee's show contents, im not surprised that he is working without insurance on the uni circuit. Student Unions are probably unaware of this legal requirement!!

Jimmy Jones is right. Student Unions are booking someone who is working without insurance and therefore breaking the law.

i was under the impression that a licence is required by law to perform a hypnosis show.

See Home office guidelines on hypnotism on the net..Google it.