James Tripp, an internationally renowned hypnosis and changework expert, dives deep into the fascinating world of meta-awareness and mind shifts. He discusses how recognizing one's identity can lead to significant transformative moments. Curiosity emerges as a vital resource for facilitating change in clients. The conversation explores the integration of breakthrough experiences and the subtleties of navigating resistant clients. Tripp highlights the connection between trance and identity, making a compelling case for the power of self-witnessing in personal growth.
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Trance Equals Identity
All trance states are identical to aspects of our identity in the moment.
When a part takes executive control, it becomes the total experienced reality filling all awareness.
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Meta-Self Enables Mental Witnessing
Developing a meta-self means witnessing your mental processes rather than being controlled by them.
Therapy approaches aim to enhance this witnessing skill for better mental flexibility.
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Use Curiosity as Change Fuel
Prioritize client curiosity and interest as powerful resources for facilitating change.
Use conversational hypnosis to engage clients with low interest or curiosity effectively.
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The Structure of Magic series, comprising two volumes, delves into the principles of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). Volume I focuses on language and therapy, introducing the Meta Model, a framework for understanding the structure of language. It explores how effective therapists use specific skills to help clients by identifying and addressing the differences between 'deep structures' (the full linguistic representation of what the speaker intends to communicate) and 'surface structures' (the actual words spoken). Volume II applies NLP theory to nonverbal communication and change. The authors modeled their work on the practices of outstanding psychotherapists such as Fritz Perls and Virginia Satir, aiming to make the linguistic and behavioral patterns of these therapists explicit and learnable[3][5][5].
When the past is present
When the past is present
David Richo
Hypnosis Without Trance
Hypnosis Without Trance
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🎙️ Changeworking — S1E7: Mind Shifts & Meta-Awareness What does it mean to witness your own process? In this episode, Ruckus and James explore the power of meta-awareness in changework — both for ourselves and for our clients. From recognizing when a mind shift occurs, to understanding how trance and identity are often one and the same, this conversation digs into the subtle but powerful layers of how change happens. They unpack: • The idea that “all trance is identity” • Why curiosity is one of the most powerful resources in change • How to help clients notice and integrate their own breakthroughs • What makes a moment truly transformative — and why it can’t be forced Whether you’re facilitating change or navigating it yourself, this episode is all about learning to spot the ember of transformation and gently blow on it. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: What are mind shifts and meta-awareness? 01:00 – The link between trance, identity, and “parts in the executive” 04:00 – Developing a meta-self: witnessing vs. being had by your process 07:00 – Resilience, trauma, and psychological “landscapes” 10:00 – Why client interest and curiosity matter more than technique 13:00 – Milton Erickson and unconscious meta-awareness 17:00 – Coaching the uninterested client — working with “desperation” 20:00 – Why some clients are just more fun to work with 23:00 – What actually creates a shift? The power of hypnotic explanation 27:00 – Spotting the moment of transformation — and what to do with it 30:00 – Instagram platitudes vs. lived insight 34:00 – Sydney Banks, the Three Principles, and throwaway-line epiphanies 36:30 – Complexity and emergence in changework 38:00 – A no-self moment on an airplane: James’ spontaneous shift 40:00 – Clients who know when they’ve had a shift 41:30 – Outro: How do we help clients develop meta-awareness? CONTACT Email: changeworkingpod@gmail.com Website: www.clientshifts.com Changeworking is produced by Ruckus Skye. #podcast #changework #hypnosis #nlp #coaching #coach #CoachingTools #ClientBreakthroughs
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