This podcast episode explores the remarkable potential of hypnosis in treating various conditions, fostering personal growth, and managing pain. Dr. David Spiegel, a psychiatrist at Stanford University and an expert in hypnosis, discusses the varying experiences of hypnosis among individuals, the effectiveness of hypnosis in different levels of hypnotizability, and the reasons why holistic healing methods like hypnosis face resistance within the medical establishment. The episode also delves into the benefits of hypnosis, how it differs from meditation, and the potential of self-hypnosis and psychedelic assisted psychotherapy in managing mental health issues. Dr. Spiegel highlights the power of the mind and the potential benefits of harnessing it through hypnosis.