Is the world under hypnosis?
In a world where distractions are omnipresent, collective beliefs shape our perceptions and information is carefully filtered, one question stands out: are we living under hypnosis?
This question has been explored down the ages by numerous esoteric authors who have attempted to pierce the illusions of reality to reveal its true nature. From René Guénon to Gurdjieff, via Peter Deunov and Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov, many spiritual masters have warned against a collective conditioning that keeps man in a state of sleep.
In this article, we will analyze the mechanisms of this collective hypnosis, whether they are linked to the media, egregores or the growing influence of artificial intelligence. But above all, we'll suggest concrete ways out, with practical exercises inspired by spiritual teachings and esoteric traditions.
Our aim? To help you regain control of your consciousness, cultivate your autonomy of thought and rediscover a more authentic vision of the world.
So, are you ready to awaken?

Collective hypnosis: an illusion of reality?
The concept of illusion is central to many esoteric traditions. According to Hindu philosophy and the Vedānta, the material world is a Māyā, a veil of illusion that prevents man from perceiving his true spiritual nature. This idea is also found in Gnostic teachings, where the Demiurge is presented as an entity manipulating mankind by imposing a false perception of reality.
The mystical philosopher Gurdjieff (1866-1949) went even further, asserting that most human beings live in a state of waking sleep, an automatic existence dictated by social and emotional conditioning. In Fragments d'un enseignement inconnu (Fragments of an Unknown Teaching), his disciple P.D. Ouspensky relates this idea: ordinary man is an automaton, persuaded to be conscious when in fact he is entirely directed by forces he does not understand.
Similarly, Peter Deunov and Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov have stressed the danger of external influences capturing human consciousness and distancing it from its true center. For them, modern society and its conditioning act like a collective hypnosis, preventing the individual from perceiving reality with clarity.
Modern hypnotists: media, egregores and artificial intelligence
If hypnosis is first and foremost a science of suggestion, then it's obvious that many modern mechanisms are involved in putting people to sleep. The media, egregores and artificial intelligence are three of the main levers used today to influence human consciousness and keep individuals in a state of reactivity rather than wakefulness.
The media: tools for mass hypnosis
Since the invention of the printing press, followed by radio and television, the media have always been a powerful vector of influence on the masses. Today, with the advent of the Internet and social networks, this influence is even greater and more immediate.
Sociologist Jean Baudrillard, in Simulacres et Simulation, explains that the media don't just report reality, they manufacture it. By repeating the same information over and over again, they condition individuals to see the world through a particular prism. This phenomenon is amplified by well-known communication strategies such as:
- Message repetition, which anchors beliefs in the collective unconscious.
- Information saturation, which prevents reflection and provokes a feeling of confusion.
- Emotional manipulation, which uses fear, anger or indignation to orient reactions.
Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov warned against the passive absorption of external information. He explained that everything that enters our minds shapes our inner reality, and that excessive media consumption can act as unconscious programming.



Egregores: invisible entities that influence our thinking
An egregore is a collective thought-form, an energetic entity that feeds on the emotions and beliefs of a group of people. The more an egregore is fed by similar thoughts, the more powerful it becomes, influencing in turn those who connect to it.
Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov and Peter Deunov have often spoken of the invisible forces that influence humanity. They explained that every nation, every religion and every ideology generates an egregore that exerts an influence on its members. These entities act as collective energy fields that dictate certain thoughts and behaviors.
Today, the most powerful egregores are often fueled by the media and social networks, which continuously broadcast strong emotions such as fear, anger or indignation. Media polemics, waves of opinion on the Internet or mass movements are often the result of the activation of these egregores.
It is essential to learn to identify the egregores to which we unconsciously connect. A person seeking enlightenment must take care not to feed negative thought-forms and to connect with brighter energies, cultivating inner peace and positive thinking.
Artificial intelligence: an algorithmic hypnotist
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way we interact with the world, but it also represents a powerful tool for manipulating attention. The algorithms of social networks and search engines are designed to capture our screen time by offering us content that reinforces our existing beliefs and arouses strong emotions.
Peter Deunov and Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov didn't live through the AI era, but their teachings on mental alertness and attention control are more relevant than ever. They insisted that man must learn to protect his mind from outside influences and not allow himself to be dominated by invisible forces.
AI and social networks with their algorithms work very similarly to a hypnotist:
- They learn about our habits, fears and desires to offer us content that captures our attention.
- They maintain filter bubbles, exposing us mainly to information that confirms our beliefs and prevents us from expanding our worldview.
- They stimulate strong emotions, such as fear or indignation, which are most effective at maintaining attention and generating engagement.
This keeps us in a state of constant mental stimulation, preventing deep reflection and introspection. Spiritual masters have always taught the importance of inner silence and meditation to regain mental clarity and avoid invisible manipulation.

How to get out of collective hypnosis? Towards an awakening of consciousness
If we accept the idea that the world is immersed in a form of collective hypnosis, the essential question is: how can we free ourselves from it?
The teachings of Peter Deunov, Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov, Gurdjieff, Rudolf Steiner and other spiritual masters offer us precious keys to regaining control of our consciousness and regaining a more authentic vision of reality.
Here's a multi-step path to awakening from collective hypnosis and cultivating a free and enlightened consciousness.
1. Becoming aware of your hypnotic state
The first step towards liberation is to recognize that we are under influence. Many people live in a routine where their thoughts, emotions and actions are dictated by external forces (media, collective beliefs, social conditioning).
Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov explained that most human beings don't really think for themselves, but reproduce the ideas that have been instilled in them from an early age. Gurdjieff also spoke of the "man-machine", a being who reacts automatically without any real autonomy of consciousness.
🌀 Practical exercise: every day, take a moment to observe your thoughts. Ask yourself these questions:
- Is this opinion really mine, or have I been influenced by those around me, the media or society?
- What ideas do I hold to be true without ever having questioned them?
- Are my emotions and reactions spontaneous, or programmed by my past experiences and environment?
This awareness is essential to initiate a spiritual awakening.
2. Regain control of your attention
Collective hypnosis works by constantly capturing our attention. The media, social networks, advertising and even our own mental habits divert our energy into useless distractions.
Spiritual teachings insist on the importance of directed attention. Peter Deunov recommended exercising concentration on natural and divine elements (the sun, water, music, prayer) to get out of the hypnotic flow of everyday life.
🌀 Practical exercise: do a mindfulness exercise every day.
- When you eat, be fully aware of flavors and sensations.
- When you walk, observe your breathing and the sounds around you.
- When you listen to someone, be totally attentive to their words without thinking about your response.
The more you cultivate mindfulness, the less you are influenced by unconscious conditioning.



3. Protecting yourself from negative influences
The modern world is full of egregores and negative thoughts that influence our energy. Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov taught that when we let ourselves be invaded by heavy energies (fear, anger, hatred), we connect with invisible entities that keep us in a state of collective hypnosis.
How can we protect ourselves?
- Avoid toxic information: limit your exposure to anxiety-provoking news and social networks that feed collective fears.
- Create a positive energy bubble: meditate, use vibratory symbols (Flower of Life, Cube of Metatron), listen to inspiring music.
- Be selective with your entourage: surround yourself with people who uplift you rather than pull you down.
🌀 Practical exercise: every morning, take 5 minutes to visualize a golden light that surrounds and protects you. Breathe deeply and affirm inwardly, "I am a free and luminous being, I only let in what is good for me."
4. Deprogramming limiting beliefs
Collective hypnosis is based on beliefs deeply rooted in our unconscious.
Examples of hypnotic beliefs:
- "Life is difficult and full of suffering."
- "We can't change, it's just the way it is."
- "Happiness depends on external circumstances."
To wake up, we need to challenge these ideas and replace them with thoughts more aligned with our divine nature. Peter Deunov taught that thought is a creative force, and that what we believe shapes our reality.
🌀 Practical exercise: each evening, write down a limiting belief you noticed during the day and reformulate it into a positive affirmation.
- Old belief: "I'm not capable of completing this project."
- New belief: "I'm a creative and powerful being, and I'm making progress every day."
5. Raising your vibratory level
Energy vibration directly influences our state of consciousness. The higher our energy level, the more lucid we are, and the more resistant we are to hypnotic influences.
How to raise your vibration?
- Meditation and prayer: calm the mind and access deeper consciousness.
- Connecting with nature: walk in the forest, breathe fresh air, observe the sky.
- Healthy, pure food: avoid processed foods and prefer living foods.
- Positive thoughts and emotions: cultivate gratitude, love and joy.
Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov taught that sunlight is a powerful source of spiritual elevation. He recommended meditating facing the sunrise to capture its divine energy.
🌀 Practical exercise: every morning, expose yourself to the sunlight for a few minutes, breathing deeply and feeling its energy penetrate your being.

6. Consciously creating your own reality
The greatest trap of collective hypnosis is to make us believe that we are powerless. Yet we are the creators of our reality.
It's time to take back our power by consciously deciding what we want to live.
Concrete actions to regain control:
- Visualize your ideal life: take a moment each day to imagine exactly what you want to manifest.
- Act in line with your values: don't follow the masses, dare to be different.
- Express your creativity: painting, music, writing... anything that connects you to your deepest essence.
🌀 Practical exercise: write down one concrete action each morning that brings you closer to your ideal vision.
Do you choose to be awake or asleep?
Collective hypnosis is not an inevitability, but a reality we need to recognize in order to free ourselves from it. For centuries, spiritual and esoteric traditions have warned us of the danger of consciousness falling asleep, where individuals become passive spectators of their own existence. Today, with the omnipresence of the media, the rise of algorithms and the growing influence of egregores, this phenomenon has taken on unprecedented proportions.
However, we still have a choice. We can either continue to let ourselves be carried along by prevailing beliefs, distractions and automatisms, or we can take back our inner power and become fully conscious. Awakening is not an instantaneous process, but a gradual journey, requiring vigilance, willpower and inner discipline.
Why is it so difficult to awaken?
Falling asleep is comfortable. Living under hypnosis allows us to avoid responsibility for our choices and thoughts. It's easier to go with the flow, to repeat what we hear, to conform to what society expects of us.
But at what price?
- That of our inner freedom: a mind under influence is no longer master of itself.
- That of our unexplored potential: we often live far below what we could really achieve.
- That of our true nature: we forget that we are luminous, creative beings, connected to a universal wisdom.
Awakening is an act of courage, for it forces us to face reality head-on, and to leave behind the illusions that have been reassuring us.
Signs of a spiritual awakening
How can we tell if we're emerging from collective hypnosis? Here are some clues:
✅ You begin to question your beliefs and the information you receive.
✅ You feel a deep need for truth, authenticity and connection to yourself.
✅ You become more aware of your thoughts and emotions, and seek to stop reacting automatically.
✅ You gradually distance yourself from sources of negative influence (toxic media, pessimistic people, collective egregores).
✅ You seek to raise your vibration through spiritual, artistic or energetic practices.
If you recognize yourself in these elements, congratulations: you're already awakening!
Towards a collective awakening?
Individual awakening has an impact on the world. Each person who becomes aware of their hypnotic state and decides to free themselves from it helps to dispel the collective illusion. History has shown that great transformations always begin with a few awakened individuals, who dare to think differently and break established patterns.
When we awaken, we also inspire others to question their own reality. We create a new dynamic, a new vibratory field, which can ultimately counterbalance mass hypnosis.
That's why every gesture counts. Every reflection, every moment of mindfulness, every action aligned with our inner truth strengthens the collective awakening.
So, what do you choose?
There are two paths before us:
- The path of sleep, which keeps us passive, submissive to outside influences and oblivious to our true nature.
- The one of awakening, which invites us to regain sovereignty of our consciousness, cultivate our inner light and regain our creative power.
We all have the power to choose, at any moment.
So, what is your first action to get out of collective hypnosis?
Awakening starts now.
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Sources:
Simulacres et simulation by Jean Baudrillard
Puissances de la pensée by Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov
La lumière, esprit vivant by Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov
Le monde de l'homme est hypnose by O. Manitara
Le testament des couleurs by Peter Deunov