Hypnosis expert Todd Goodwin discusses treating the mind like a garden, why revelation is not resolution, counterproductive labeling, clearing emotional charge from traumatic memories, top-down vs bottom-up solutions, shaping by childhood experiences, and the need for a more compassionate criminal system.

Todd Goodwin is the founder of Goodwin Hypnosis, a hypnosis center based in North Carolina. He is a Board Certified Fellow of the National Guild of Hypnotists, a designation earned by only one in every 500 hypnotists. As well as working with thousands of clients since opening Goodwin Hypnosis in 2007, Todd has co-facilitated hypnosis certification courses, created a book and accompanying 30-day hypnosis system designed to stop people from smoking, and given numerous presentations on hypnosis to physicians, students, and medical staff. Todd joins the show to discuss some of the common myths & misconceptions around hypnosis. Important Links: Goodwin Hypnosis Goodwin Hypnosis’ YouTube The Thinker and the Prover Our episode on Dr John Sarno The Six Stage Model of Behaviour Change Show Notes: Hypnosis in our everyday lives Why isn’t hypnosis more widely used? “I don’t want someone in my head” “I can’t be hypnotized” Targeting the root causes of behavior Tension between the conscious & the unconscious How secondary gains can obstruct progress How to clear root fear Using language to elicit change Be curious about yourself; remember that you are worthy of love MORE! Books Mentioned: Healing Back Pain; by John E. Sarno Influence: Science and Practice; by Robert Cialdini Frogs into Princes: Neuro Linguistic Programming; by Richard Bandler and John Grinder

Todd Goodwin, Hypnotist and Board Certified Fellow by the National Guild of Hypnotists, discusses the power of the subconscious mind. He explores the negative aspects of the subconscious mind, its influence on learning and emotional responses, and the potential for positive transformation through hypnosis. The podcast also delves into the power of fear, the role of hypnosis in therapy, and the impact of media on creating fear.