The Dan Go Podcast 62| Dr. David Spiegel: How Hypnosis Can Help You Unlock Your Performance
I am so excited about today's guest, Dr. David Spiegel, because I have been using his Reveri app myself for some time, and it has made a tremendous impact on my life. The ease of accessibility and profound yet simple changes the app provides has truly transformed my perspective.
Dr. Spiegel discusses hypnosis and the essential differences between the actual psychological therapeutic process and stage hypnosis, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you want, treating your body with respect, and feeling good from the moment you start. Reveri helps reconnect you with your childlike ability to learn and absorb information, and ultimately, by shifting your cognitive flexibility, entirely new perspectives become possible. Weight loss, better sleep, and even curbing addictions suddenly become much more attainable through hypnosis.
Dr. Spiegel also shares his dream for the future - that millions more people will gain access to this life-changing tool through his app. As he mentions, the idea is to help as many people as possible live better, healthier lives and be kinder to themselves.
I am truly grateful that Dr. Spiegel has made hypnosis accessible through technology for all of us to benefit, and I really appreciate his time coming on to the show. This was such a fun conversation, and I can't wait to have him back on. If you enjoy this conversation with Dr. Siegel, I encourage you to go to your app store and download Reveri! Please be sure to also subscribe on your favorite podcast app if you aren’t subscribed already, and if you would share the podcast with at least one other person you know who might also enjoy it and leave me a five-star review, that really helps the show out!
Time Stamps
1:26 - Welcome to the show, Dr. David Siegel!
2:42 - What got Dr. Siegel into hypnotherapy in the first place?
8:18 - Pain involves both signals from injuries and the brain's interpretation of them.
10:20 - Stage hypnosis misunderstands hypnosis as losing control.
13:56 - Less focus on pain improves one's quality of life, even if the pain persists.
16:43 - Hypnosis poses no risk, so it's worth a try even if it doesn't work.
18:49 - What happens to the brain during hypnosis?
25:17 - Dr. Siegel encourages us to cherish childhood.
26:39 - Talking to children like children instead of adults preserves the magic of childhood.
28:58 - Dr. Siegel says that talking with children allows adults to interact with their inner child.
31:24 - Reveri is very accessible, although seeing a licensed professional is still a good idea.
35:10 - Hear some stories of success for improved sleep, pain control, and smoking cessation.
37:15 - Dan shares how he accidentally stopped drinking as a result of the app.
40:34 - Dan and Dr. Siegel discuss positive reinforcement rather than focusing on what to avoid.
42:01 - What protocol would Dr. Siegel suggest for acute problems such as smoking or weight?
44:42 - Dr. Siegel recommends self-hypnosis every 1 to 2 hours.
47:04 - Dr. Siegel shares his feelings about Milton Erickson.
49:26 - Legitimizing hypnosis wasn't easy for Dr. Siegel but has absolutely been worth it.
51:34 - Is there anything about hypnosis that hasn’t been proven that Dr. Siegel believes true?
53:44 - Dr. Siegel explains how hypnosis allows for new experiences, thoughts, and identities.
56:35 - Dr. Siegel touches upon how hypnosis could amplify business success.
58:54 - Learn about the protocol in the app called Find Your Focus.
59:41 - Dr. Siegel shares his hope that the app will become accessible to more people.
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