From relieving chronic pain and stress to improving sleep and managing ADHD, Dr. Spiegel shares scientifically-backed insights and practical tips. Special emphasis is given to how women, particularly those in perimenopausal stages, can utilize hypnosis to navigate stress and improve overall quality of life. The conversation also delves into intriguing realms like sports performance and pain perception, highlighting how top athletes harness the power of visualization and focused hypnosis techniques.

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Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro/Teaser
3:08 Hypnosis, High Performance, and Health
10:22 The Power of Hypnosis in Performance
23:05 Understanding Hypnotizability and Personal Response
27:19 Eye Movements and Hypnotizability
32:35 Trauma, Dissociation, and Hypnosis
45:06 Unlocking High Performance With Hypnosis
49:53 Hypnosis for Pain Management
58:05 Pain Reduction and Hypnosis

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