Looking back at where I was a few years ago, it’s hard to believe I’m the same person. ​Back then, life was heavy. I was drinking a lot, drowning in debt, and several months behind on rent. When Christmas rolled around, I didn't have a penny for dinner, let alone presents. ​But I’ll never forget what my flatmate and I did. We refused to let the day pass without joy. We went to the cupboard and wrapped up the basics in old newspapers and magazines, bottles of washing up liquid, rubber gloves, anything we had and put them under our makeshift tree. Since we couldn't afford a turkey dinner, we made Christmas breakfast our "big meal." We turned the radio up to full blast and danced around the flat like we didn't have a care in the world. ​In that moment, we had nothing, but we had everything. ​Today, things look a lot different. The "New Me" is in a much better place, but I keep that memory close. it reminds me that even when you’re at your lowest, you can still find a reason to feel joyful and dance. ✨

Here is an old podcast I did where I'm talking miracles, amazing transformations, recovery from paralysis, serious assault and terminal cancer. Helen is a walking miracle, I interviewed her 2000 days on after she was told she'd only have 100 days to live at the most. She is fit, healthy, happy, living a full life and sharing about the power of self love. Helen is an inspirational speaker who will fill your heart with hope, joy and love. We chat about how we can love again after a sexual assault, domestic violence, cheating, separation or after a difficult relationship. e As 'The Self Love Architect' Helen guides you to live a full, whole life. She'll show you how to fall in love with yourself again. We discuss looking for love and how we can find that perfect person. Just how do we prepare ourselves for romantic love if we've been injured by a painful past or painful past relationship. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1r5aRELR3In9TNDkOvrThM?si=6vAAOJtzTIG7hOoXgF6qiQ

Take a moment and ask yourself honestly: How do you speak to yourself? The conversation happening inside your mind, your inner dialogue, is the most important one you will ever have. It's the narrator of your life, the critic, the cheerleader, and sometimes, the saboteur. Yet, for many of us, this constant internal chatter goes unchecked. The words we use in our own heads have a profound, often unnoticed, impact on our self-esteem, confidence, and ability to tackle challenges. Awareness: The First Compassionate Step The journey toward a kinder, more resourceful inner dialogue begins with one simple, compassionate step: Awareness. We cannot change what we do not recognise. Start listening in. What language are you using when you make a mistake, look in the mirror, or feel stressed? I recently recognised one of my own long-standing, habitual inner phrases was, "Stupid woman." It's harsh, dismissive, and certainly not something I would ever utter to a friend, colleague, or even a stranger. Yet, I allowed it to be a frequent mantra in my own mind. Becoming aware of this phrase hearing it clearly was the jolt I needed to start making a change. You Are Already Hypnotised (By Yourself) 🧠 Here’s the powerful truth about your inner dialogue: You are alreadhypnotizesed by the mantras and words you frequently say to yourself. Every time you repeat a negative phrase like "I’m not good enough," "I always fail at this," or "I'll never learn," you are delivering a potent form of autosuggestion Your subconscious mind doesn't debate these statements; it simply accepts them as directives and shapes your reality around them. These frequent, repetitive statements become the deeply embedded programmes that run your life. If the programme is one of self-criticism, your energy, mood, and actions will reflect that criticism. Making the Shift: Becoming Your Own Kindest Ally Once you have identified the unhelpful phrases, you are ready to make the shift. The goal isn't to silence the inner voice completely, but to reframe and redirect it with intention.

Addiction isn't the problem; it's a solution the subconscious found to deal with something deeper. But what if there was a way to address that deep-seated need, creating permanent freedom instead of temporary fixes? Welcome back to HypnoGeeks! We're diving into the cutting-edge of healing, where solution-focused techniques meet trauma-informed care to redefine transformation. In this truly inspiring episode, we sit down with Cormac Colleran (Creator of the powerful ICAAN Method from Ireland) and Dr. Jodie Solberg (International best-selling author and founder of the RESTORE Process for Trauma from the US). Together, they are the co-founders of the SFTI Hypnosis Academy and share over 40 years of combined experience helping thousands heal from trauma, anxiety, addiction, and unwanted patterns. This conversation is close to the host’s heart, and you’ll discover the World-First protocol they’ve created that is empowering practitioners to create lasting change at the subconscious level. In this transformative episode, you will learn: The Core Driver: Why Dr. Jodie says, "Trauma is often the hidden driver behind addictive patterns," and how their approach helps clients finally release what's been holding them back. The Solution, Not the Problem: How Cormac’s perspective "Addiction isn’t the problem, it’s the solution," opens the door to authentic, sustainable freedom. The SFTI Difference: A breakdown of how the blend of Solution-Focused and Trauma-Informed care makes change not just possible, but inevitable. Identity Over Habit: Why helping a client shift their core identity is infinitely more powerful than simply addressing a behaviour or habit. Language of Healing: The critical distinction between "temptation" and "craving," and the protocol they use for "washing away temptation." This is essential listening for hypnotherapists, coaches, or anyone looking to understand the deepest roots of addiction and anxiety. Get ready for a conversation that's not only informative but truly transformational.

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