I very much agree with motivational speaker Dennis S. Brown’s statement, "The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude.” How we approach our challenges can either bog us down ...

There are a lot of misconceptions floating around about hypnosis. The reality is that hypnosis can be viewed rather simply as the intentional induction of a state of trance or a certain type of focus.

'Hey there. Welcome to Chasing Life. You know, most people think of hypnosis as stage tricks and swinging watches, maybe even people clucking like chickens. And you know what? I thought that too. But ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Dan Ross, a hypnotherapist who works with day traders at Silicon Valley Hypnosis Center. It has been edited for length and clarity. I originally ...