Hypnosis for Strange Unconscious Problems – Brain Software Podcast (Ep 262)

In this episode, Mike Mandel and Chris Thompson explore the strange and surprising things hypnosis can fix. From misophonia to irrational fears, they break down how hypnosis helps, while mixing in fun, humor, and insights. Plus, discover the Think Tank words: mixture, manufacturer, and atmosphere.

Main Focus

• Chris opens the episode with the theme: “weirdness and strangeness of hypnosis,” teasing about how hypnosis can help with unusual problems. Mike and Chris also drop hints about some funny moments involving mustard and ceiling fans.

Think Tank Words

1. Mixture: Mike discusses how hypnosis combines various elements, like hypnosis and NLP, to create powerful therapeutic effects.
2. Manufacturer: The unconscious mind is a “manufacturer” of emotions, while the conscious mind consumes and responds.
3. Atmosphere: The duo reflects on how psychological atmospheres influence interactions and state management.

Hypnosis for Strange Problems

• The hosts explore unusual issues that hypnosis can fix. Misophonia, a condition where certain sounds cause distress, is a key example. Chris shares a listener’s experience with a strange reaction to ceiling fans—both the sound and sight—leading to a broader discussion on how hypnosis can resolve these unconscious triggers. They discuss using techniques like regression, ego state work, and control panels to manage such issues.

Funny Real-Life Examples of Misophonia and Phobias

• Mike shares personal anecdotes of misophonia, such as his irritation with characters whispering in Breaking Bad and others crunching popcorn loudly in theaters. Chris highlights a listener’s misophonia linked to ceiling fans. They also dive into other phobias like fear of mustard and even an irrational fear of blood pressure cuffs.

Resolving Misophonia with Hypnosis Techniques

• The hosts break down methods for treating misophonia and similar issues with hypnosis:
  • Timeline Regression: Finding and addressing the initial sensitizing event.
  • Control Panel Method: Using hypnosis to imagine turning down the sensitivity to certain triggers.
  • ADAC (Activate, Dissociate, Associate,Collapse): Based on John Overdurf’s Meta Pattern, this technique helps rewire negative emotional responses by collapsing them into positive states.
  • Ego State Therapy: This technique helps resolve complex reactions by negotiating with the part of the mind responsible for the issue.

Humor and Hypnotic Experiments

• They also mention odd hypnosis experiences, like when Mike once hypnotized someone into locking their hand onto a coat rack using a simple suggestion. This highlights how selective attention can lead to profound hypnotic responses.

Special Report from “Brado” (Humor Segment)

• In the middle of the episode, Brado makes another comedic appearance, detailing his excitement about hosting a hypnosis conference in Meaford, Ontario, alongside his “genius” partners, Edderd and Dooter.

Closing Thoughts

• The episode wraps up with insights on irrational fears and how hypnosis can help. Mike also gives a shout-out to hypnosis expert Richard Hill and talks about the use of mirroring hands in therapy.

Empowering Question

"What would be a reasonable fee to attend a 3-day hypnosis convention near Shallow Lake, Ontario, and which presenters would you want to see there other than Eder and Deuter?"

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