The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Derren Brown: UNLOCK The Secret Power Of Your Mind!

Jan 12, 2023

Derren Brown, a British illusionist renowned for his psychological tricks, shares his fascinating journey from battling self-esteem issues and exploring his sexuality to revolutionizing the world of magic. He reveals the secrets behind his mind-bending performances, including live TV stunts like predicting the lottery and playing Russian roulette. Derren reflects on the importance of embracing one's true identity, the ethical use of hypnosis, and the emotional aspects of live performances, all while emphasizing the significance of personal connections and authenticity.

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Episode guests

Derren Brown

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

The Magic of Stories

01:14

The Importance of Relating to Difficult Experiences

01:59

The Problem with Long-Term Goal Setting

02:22

Managing Expectations in Relationships

01:37

Intro

2min

Shaping Identity: From Childhood to Comedy

9min

Embracing Identity: A Journey Through Shame and Self-Discovery

27min

From Law to Hypnosis: A Transformative Journey

22min

Exploring the Ethics of Hypnosis and Personal Fitness Journeys

3min

The Art of Patience and Passion

25min

Navigating the Complexity of Happiness and Connection

4min

The Importance of Friendship and Connection

2min

Admiration and Authenticity: A Journey Through Inspiration and Elegance

2min

Predicting the lottery, playing Russian roulette on live TV and tricking people into robbing a security van in broad daylight. These are just a few of the stunts that Derren Brown has performed in over 20 years of pushing the boundaries of the believable.

But while he may be best known for controlling minds, one he couldn’t control was his own. From battling with issues of self esteem, faith and coming to terms with his sexuality, Derren’s path to success has been one that is both internal and in the limelight.

In this intimate conversation with Britain’s alternative national treasure, Derren breaks the magician’s code and reveals his secrets, as well as the psychological tricks we play on ourselves and hold us back from our true potential.

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