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Most people think hypnosis means losing control - or clucking like a chicken on stage. But hypnosis is actually one of the most natural states your brain already cycles through every day. And when you learn to use that state intentionally, it becomes a powerful tool for rewiring the unconscious patterns that keep you stuck.
In this episode of The Brain Changers™ Podcast, Rebekah and Yvonne clear up the myths, explain what's really happening in your brain during hypnosis, and show why it works when sheer willpower doesn't.
You'll learn: ✅ Why hypnosis is a natural trance state your brain already enters daily ✅ What's happening in your brainwaves during hypnosis (and why it matters) ✅ Why "I can't be hypnotised" is almost always a myth ✅ How secondary gain keeps people unconsciously holding onto problems ✅ The difference between direct suggestion hypnosis and Ericksonian hypnosis ✅ Real examples of how hypnosis helps with stress, confidence, habits, and pain Whether you've doubted hypnosis, tried to "willpower" your way through change, or just want to make your brain your greatest ally, this episode will change the way you think about transformation.
Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: Hypnosis beyond the stage-show myths 01:05 – What hypnosis actually is (and isn't) 05:20 – "I can't be hypnotised" – myth busted 09:15 – Chronic pain, disbelief, and the real question: why refuse? 14:00 – Secondary gain and the hidden benefits of staying stuck 18:00 – Why willpower alone rarely works 20:30 – The neuroscience of Alpha + Theta brainwaves 23:15 – Hypnosis in real life: stress, confidence, habits, inner critic 27:40 – Direct suggestion vs. Ericksonian hypnosis 32:00 – Recap and closing thoughts
Links and resources
Book a Connection Call with Rebekah Find out how private coaching can help you https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam
Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696
Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources
Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.
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By Rebekah King and Yvonne KingMost people think hypnosis means losing control - or clucking like a chicken on stage. But hypnosis is actually one of the most natural states your brain already cycles through every day. And when you learn to use that state intentionally, it becomes a powerful tool for rewiring the unconscious patterns that keep you stuck.
In this episode of The Brain Changers™ Podcast, Rebekah and Yvonne clear up the myths, explain what's really happening in your brain during hypnosis, and show why it works when sheer willpower doesn't.
You'll learn: ✅ Why hypnosis is a natural trance state your brain already enters daily ✅ What's happening in your brainwaves during hypnosis (and why it matters) ✅ Why "I can't be hypnotised" is almost always a myth ✅ How secondary gain keeps people unconsciously holding onto problems ✅ The difference between direct suggestion hypnosis and Ericksonian hypnosis ✅ Real examples of how hypnosis helps with stress, confidence, habits, and pain Whether you've doubted hypnosis, tried to "willpower" your way through change, or just want to make your brain your greatest ally, this episode will change the way you think about transformation.
Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: Hypnosis beyond the stage-show myths 01:05 – What hypnosis actually is (and isn't) 05:20 – "I can't be hypnotised" – myth busted 09:15 – Chronic pain, disbelief, and the real question: why refuse? 14:00 – Secondary gain and the hidden benefits of staying stuck 18:00 – Why willpower alone rarely works 20:30 – The neuroscience of Alpha + Theta brainwaves 23:15 – Hypnosis in real life: stress, confidence, habits, inner critic 27:40 – Direct suggestion vs. Ericksonian hypnosis 32:00 – Recap and closing thoughts
Links and resources
Book a Connection Call with Rebekah Find out how private coaching can help you https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam
Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696
Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources
Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.
Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.