Entranced

Approach the throne and bow down low
From now your path is mine to show
You need not run. You cannot hide
You have no wish to go outside
You are enthralled now, as you'll see
Your mind submits itself to me
From this day forth your soul is mine
Hypnotic chains your fate entwine

On your knees and watch the stone
While I speak with measured tone
And as it swings and sparkles brightly
Your mind begins to quieten slightly
Focus on the words I speak
And do not fight the urge to sleep
Relax those muscles, close those eyes
Until your conscious mind complies

The watcher, quiet in the deep
Still stands its stalwart, faithful keep
You could resist the road ahead
And every whispered word that's said
But that's not why you sought this place
Or met my voice with quiet grace
You came to wander, free from strain
And find that stillness once again

Now all is peaceful, calm and still
New thoughts begin to shape your will
They settle gently, deep inside
With nowhere left for you to hide
They drift upon the gentle breeze
And, when they land, take root with ease
They'll stay with you when I depart
And blossom quietly in your heart

Now I am done, it's time to rise
So count up slowly, one to five
And with each number that you say
Feel more alert in every way
By five you'll wake, with spirits bright
Your mind unclouded, clear, and light
The words I've spoken still remain
Like echoes softly in your brain