hypnosis
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hypnosis
A procedure for inducing a trance-like state in which a person is especially receptive to suggestions. It is used therapeutically or for entertainment.
Er hat versucht, sich das Rauchen mithilfe von Hypnose abzugewöhnen.
He tried to give up smoking with the help of hypnosis.
'Hypnose' (hypnosis) belongs to a word family. The related verb is 'hypnotisieren' (to hypnotize someone) and the adjective is 'hypnotisch' (hypnotic; as if in hypnosis).
Der Therapeut konnte den Patienten schnell hypnotisieren.
The therapist was able to hypnotize the patient quickly.
Common phrases are 'jemanden in Hypnose versetzen' (to put someone under hypnosis) and 'unter Hypnose sein' (to be under hypnosis).
Der Magier versetzte eine Freiwillige aus dem Publikum in Hypnose.
The magician put a volunteer from the audience under hypnosis.
When hypnosis serves as a method or tool for achieving a goal, the phrase 'mithilfe von Hypnose' (with the help of hypnosis) is often used.
Sie hat ihre Flugangst mithilfe von Hypnose überwunden.
She overcame her fear of flying with the help of hypnosis.
meditation
'Meditation' and 'Hypnose' can both have to do with relaxation, concentration, and a special inner state. The important difference is: in meditation, a person practices becoming calm and attentive themselves. In hypnosis, a trance-like state is induced, often by another person, and suggestions play an important role. Learners may confuse the words because both seem calm and sometimes appear in therapy or health contexts. As a simple guide: meditation is usually something you do consciously yourself; hypnosis is usually guided and works with suggestion.
Die Therapeutin nutzt Hypnose, damit der Patient weniger Angst vor dem Zahnarzt hat.
The therapist uses hypnosis so that the patient is less afraid of the dentist.
Nach der Arbeit hilft mir eine kurze Meditation, wieder ruhiger zu werden.
After work, a short meditation helps me become calmer again.