In this episode, hosts Clancy Barton and Carolanne Ashley dive deep into the fascinating world of gaming and its parallels to hypnosis. They explore how the intense focus and immersion experienced by gamers can mimic a hypnotic state, and how this can both benefit and challenge their mental health and social skills.

Key Takeaways:

• Gamers often develop valuable skills like problem-solving, strategic thinking, and quick decision-making that are highly sought after in fields like IT, project management, and cybersecurity.
• The "flow state" experienced during gaming can also lead to issues like anxiety, ADHD, sleep disturbances, and social isolation if not balanced properly.
• Hypnosis can be a powerful tool to help gamers address underlying mental health challenges and regain a healthy balance between gaming and real-world interactions.
• Parents should engage with their children about their gaming habits, set boundaries, and encourage breaks and moderation to ensure gaming remains a positive part of their lives.

Clancy and Carolanne also discuss how online communication during gaming can enhance certain communication skills, but caution that it should not replace face-to-face social interactions, which are crucial for developing deeper social abilities.

Overall, this episode offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between gaming, mental health, and social skills, providing valuable insights for gamers, parents, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and human behavior.

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Hosts Carolanne and Clancy explore the deep connection between the mind and body and how it shapes our life experiences.

The episode focuses on the importance of cultivating a strong relationship with oneself as the foundation for all other connections the challenges of overcoming the fear of judgment and rejection, and how hypnosis can help address the root causes of these limiting beliefs.

Clancy shared her personal journey of transforming her relationship with herself through hypnotherapy and the profound impact it had on her life.

One of Clancy's clients, Jenna, shares her experience working with Clancy and the remarkable changes she experienced in her mindset, behaviours, and relationships.

The episode also looks at practical strategies for developing self-compassion, setting realistic expectations, and surrounding oneself with a supportive community, and emphasizes the power of combining hypnotherapy with daily practices to achieve lasting transformation and live more authentically.

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In this episode, hosts Carolanne and Clancy explore the topic of discovering your "why" - the core motivation and driving force behind your life and actions.

They explore the importance of understanding your purpose (who you are) and your passion (what you love to do) and how uncovering this can lead to greater personal and professional fulfilment.

Carolanne and Clancy share their own journeys of finding their "why", as well as provide practical tips and exercises for listeners to uncover their own purpose and passion.


Key Takeaways:
• Your "why" is the combination of your purpose (who you are) and your passion (what you love to do)

• Discovering your "why" provides clarity, direction and alignment in your life

• Common blocks to finding your "why" include unconscious choices driven by fear, doubt or other negative emotions

• Transformational hypnotherapy and journaling can be powerful tools to uncover your true "why"

• Reflecting on your life from the perspective of your 95-year-old self can offer valuable insights

Ready to discover your true "why"? Book a consultation with Carolanne or Clancy to start your journey of self-discovery.

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