What if one tiny two-letter word could bypass resistance, unlock your imagination, and trigger real personal transformation? In this episode, we unpack the hypnotic power of “if” — and how it can rewire your habits, reframe your thinking, and even make AI your personal coach.
What You'll Learn:
- The hypnotic power of the word “if” for transformation and change
- How to build better routines using habit stacking from Atomic Habits
- How to use micro self-hypnosis as a quick daily reprogramming tool
- Use conversational metaphors to ethically guide internal change
- Turn AI into a custom accountability coach for personal growth

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Episode Summary
In this episode of the Brain Software Podcast, Mike Mandel, Chris Thompson, and Timothy September explore the powerful influence of one tiny word — “if” — and how it can unlock lasting change through conversational hypnosis, imagination, and self-suggestion. You’ll learn how micro self-hypnosis and habit stacking can transform your routines, why metaphors are more than just figures of speech, and how AI tools like ChatGPT can act as real-time life coaches.
The episode dives into Atomic Habits principles, creative metaphor reframing, and how even just 2–5 minutes a day of trance work can yield dramatic shifts. Plus, hear how one listener eliminated both anxiety and joint pain through simple self-hypnosis. Whether you're a coach, hypnotist, or someone looking for practical tools for change, this episode is packed with insights and actionable steps.
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