Good Life Project The Surprising Science of Hypnosis, Pain & Habit Change | Dr. David Spiegel
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Dec 10, 2023 
Dr. David Spiegel, renowned psychiatrist & director of Stanford's Center on Stress and Health, discusses the science of hypnosis and its potential to treat pain, anxiety, and addiction. He challenges misconceptions and introduces his app, Reveri, for self-hypnosis. The podcast explores the history and perception of hypnosis, the therapeutic benefits of suggestibility, and the surprising science of hypnosis in managing chronic pain. It also delves into the role of attention in pain, the efficacy of self-hypnosis for pain control, and the importance of human connection in living a good life.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Exploring Hypnosis and Challenging Misconceptions
05:47 • 2min
Exploring the History and Perception of Hypnosis
07:55 • 14min
Fear, Suggestibility, and Therapeutic Use
21:32 • 7min
The Surprising Science of Hypnosis and Pain
28:36 • 14min
Hypnosis, Pain, Habit Change, and the Subaru Share the Love Event
42:22 • 3min
Focus and Perception: Exploring the Role of Attention in Pain
45:26 • 10min
The Efficacy of Self-Hypnosis for Pain Control
55:35 • 14min
Living a Good Life Through Human Connection and Making a Positive Impact
01:09:42 • 2min