What does hypnosis bring to mind for you? Perhaps it’s a swinging pendulum, a zen-like state of focus, or Derren Brown tricking people on stage. Whichever misconception comes up, this conversation will change your mind. Dr David Spiegel is a Stanford professor, and world-leading expert on hypnosis who teaches us how we can deploy it in daily life to overcome mental and physical pain.If you’re looking to try hypnosis for weight loss or have heard about Paul McKenna’s book ‘Hypnosis Gastric Band’, this conversation will provide step by step explanation of how to try it If it’s mental rather than physical barriers you wish to overcome, you can for hypnosis for smoking, or even hypnosis for anxiety. It’s a tool, not dissimilar from meditation and mindfulness, that can change your life. Timecodes:00:00 It only takes 12 minutes01:36 The Biggest Myths Surrounding Hypnosis02:26 The Three Components of Hypnosis04:19 Are You Hypnotizable? 06:11 Percentages of People Susceptible to Hypnosis07:14 Hypnosis is the Oldest Form of Psychotherapy 13:13 Hypnosis is a State of Highly Focused Attention15:26 Hypnosis for Pain (Migraines etc)16:38 Hypnosis for Weight Loss18:16 Hypnosis for Anxiety20:19 Hypnosis for Anxiety - The Fear of Fear22:25 Hypnosis and Mindfulness - A Twelve Minute Therapy24:41 Does One Remember What Happens in the Hypnosis Session?27:41 Hypnosis for Stress and Stress Management30:07 Hypnosis for Sleep30:31 Hypnosis for Smoking and Controlling Habits32:02 Hypnosis for Grieving Losses (Cancer Patients)35:51 Find Your Focus - Hypnosis for Concentration and Dealing with Distractions38:34 ADHD - Hypnosis Studies on ADHD40:34 The Mind/Body Connection41:32 Hypnosis and the Gastric Band - Controlling Hunger45:08 Hypnosis vs Weight Loss Treatment Medications49:09 Compassion for One’s Self and Compassion for One’s Body51:15: Are There Risks Associated with Clinical Hypnosis?53:49 How Dr David Spiegel Became The Leading Hypnosis Practitioner59:40 The Shocking Results of Hypnosis in Pain Therapy01:04:28 How to Know You’re Working with a Certified Hypno-Therapist01:06:02 Reveri: Self-hypnosis App01:06:49 What Does Live Well Be Well Mean to You?01:07:58 Thank YouWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseAnd sign up to my newsletter hereJoin my inner circle here!******Thanks to my wonderful sponsors!London Nootropics | Londonnootropics.comFind your flow with adaptogenic coffeeUse code LIVEWELLBEWELL for 20% offSensate | getsensate.com Achieve relaxation and peace anytime, anywhere.Use the code SARAHANN for 10% off******Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life.