Chairs Quote by Milton H. Erickson
“Shut up, sit in that chair there and go into a deep trance!”
About This Quote
Source Therapy: Hypnosis Session, 1970
A directive to enter trance invites deep focus, using simple commands to bypass conscious resistance.
In simple terms: Simple commands can induce deep focus.
Key Takeaway
Use clear cues for trance.
Themes
hypnosis
suggestion
focus
mind
technique
Mood
calm
introspective
Type
therapeutic
practical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- self‑help practice
- performance coaching
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
clinical psychology
neuroscience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal readiness affect trance?
- What alternative methods aid focus?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone responds to direct suggestion.
