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So-called "passes,"extensively used in the nineteenth century, are quite superfluous, unless the subject had been made to believe in their power. Nor is there any need to hold a hand on the subject's forehead, hand or knee; in general, no bodily contact is required. One's voice is a sufficient channel of communication for suggestion. If, however, you want to be sure of the normal heart-beat of your patient, have your fingers on his pulse.Pre-hypnotic suggestions should begin soon or even immediately after the subject is placed in the chair. You may be saying, for example, something of this sort: "Look steadily at the ball in front of you. Look steadily and do not wink. After a while your eyes will become weary and shut by themselves. Do not try to close them deliberately, nor make any efforts to keep them open. Forget about everything except that you must look at the ball. I shall be watching you closely, to help you enter the state of hypnosis. When you are ready, I shall say 'Keep your eyes closed'. As you enter the state, your entire organism will cooperate with the suggestions I am going to give you. You will find it a calm, pleasant state, during which you enjoy thorough relaxation. But you will be aware of everything I say and of everything you do. Now relax, feel well. Let your breathing be light; let your heart beat evenly, just as in the state of normal sleep. Your eyes are getting tired, but they will be relieved now that a pleasant drowsiness envelops you."