
Coffee With Hilary and Les from State of Mind Hypnosis and Training Centre
An almost-daily podcast for the State of Mind Community.
Offering ideas and answering questions on how to use your mind for growth, happiness and ultimately peace.
Send us your questions: info@somhypnosis.com
Episodes
131 episodes
How Hypnosis Expands Our View of Death: You can know more than you think.
Death isn't the end—it's a transition as natural and necessary as birth. This profound realization emerged as Hilary and Les shared their personal journeys from fear to understanding what exists beyond our physical bodies.Hilary's story...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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50:20

The Peace That Comes When We Look Death in the Eye
Death – the ultimate taboo that most of us spend our lives avoiding. Yet what if confronting our mortality could be the key to living more fully? In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore the complex relationship humans have with death...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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37:43

Confronting Mortality: Our Journey Through Death and Its Meaning
What meaning do you assign to death, and how does that shape your emotional response to mortality? This profound question forms the heart of our exploration into the psychology of how we process death and the unconscious programming that determ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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53:26

Dimes, Gloves, and Death: Where does our sense of meaning come from?
What meaning do you assign to the seemingly random events in your life? A found dime, an abandoned stroller, a cardinal at your window — are these merely coincidences, or something more profound? Hilary and Les dive deep into how h...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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31:31

Lessons from the Ice Storm: The Power of Self-Control Over Circumstance
An unexpected eight-day power outage following a devastating ice storm teaches us profound lessons about fear, adaptation, and the human tendency to interpret natural processes as chaotic attacks on our well-being. We explore how quickly our se...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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30:25

Errors, Mistakes, Guilt, and Shame: The Paralyzing Habit of Judgment
This podcast episode dives into the feelings of shame and self-judgment that hold many back from making desired changes. The hosts explore how to transform mistakes into lessons, emphasizing the importance of trust, self-compassion, and the cyc...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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39:51

What Can I Do About This? - Navigating Fear, Media Influence, and the Path to Authentic Happiness
Today's episode explores the chaos created by external pressures and how our minds often focus on what we cannot control, leading to anxiety and confusion. We discuss the influence of media, the importance of critical thinking, and how adopting...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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47:28

What is Hypnosis? Beyond Mind Control Myths to Personal Transformation and Relaxation
Have you ever wondered if hypnosis is more than just a party trick or stage performance? Prepare to change your perspective as we unravel the truth behind hypnosis, revealing its true nature as a powerful tool for relaxation and self-improvemen...
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Season 2
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Episode 66
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36:51

Money With Brian Rump - Part Three: Rewriting Childhood Money Beliefs
Reflect on your childhood money memories: do they still influence your financial decisions today? This episode invites you to explore how early messages about money, like the classic "don't spend it all in one place," shape our perceptions of w...
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Season 2
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Episode 65
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1:00:22

Money - Part Two: Talking Money Programming with Brian Rump - Unpacking Societal Expectations and Finding True Fulfillment
What if the relentless pursuit of financial security is robbing us of present happiness? Join us as we unravel the "should monster" lurking in our financial lives with our insightful guest, Brian Rump - The Profit Coach. We challenge the ingrai...
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Season 2
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Episode 64
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1:14:50

Let's Talk About Money with Brian Rump: Core Scripts, Limiting Beliefs and the Strangeness of Money
Can hypnosis unlock the potential to transform your financial mindset? We bring you an intriguing conversation with The Profit Coach, Brian Rump, a certified consulting hypnotist and money business coach, who combines his expertise from banking...
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Season 2
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Episode 63
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50:08

Family Dynamics Explored: Nostalgia, Tradition, and Personal Growth
Have you ever noticed how a simple visit with family can catapult you back into old habits and roles? Our recent journey along the Canadian coasts offered the perfect backdrop for reflecting on these family dynamics and the personal growth they...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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54:48

The Idea of Family: Unraveling Traditions, Dynamics, and Emotional Complexity
How do family traditions shape who we are, and what happens when those traditions collide with modern family dynamics? We invite you to join us as we peel back the layers of what family truly means, especially as we approach the emotionally cha...
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Season 2
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Episode 61
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42:49

Interpretation and Meaning: It's not about me.
Have you ever wondered why a simple raised eyebrow can lead to a heated argument? Join us for another thought-provoking episode of Coffee with Hilary and Les, where we unpack the complexities of interpreting events and the meanings we assign th...
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Season 2
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Episode 60
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37:02

Navigating the Noise: Critical Thinking, Fear, and Giving Up the Need For An Opinion
How often do you feel the pressure to have an opinion on everything, and does it ever feel overwhelming? Join Hilary and Les in a compelling coffee chat where we unpack the true essence of critical thinking and how it shapes our mental well-bei...
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Season 2
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Episode 59
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30:41

The Transformative Power of Critical Thinking: Enhancing Relationships and Emotional Resilience
Can critical thinking save your relationships? Join Hilary and Les as they unravel the surprising ways critical thinking shapes our interactions and mental health. In this eye-opening episode of "Coffee with Hilary and Les," Hilary recounts her...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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39:49

Saturday Morning Woo Woo: Chakras, Mind/Body, Respecting Others and Freeing Yourself From Programs
Ever wondered how chakras might be influencing your daily life without you even realizing it? Join us for a heartfelt and eye-opening chat over coffee, where Les recounts his personal journey from complete ignorance of chakras to their meaningf...
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Season 2
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Episode 57
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46:46

Sitting With Your Emotions: What the heck does that mean?
Can your emotions be your greatest teachers? Join us on Coffee with Hilary and Les as we explore the profound wisdom our emotions offer. Forget about merely "sitting with your emotions." We'll guide you on how to take the next step: understandi...
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Season 2
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Episode 56
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30:49

Transformative Power of Dreaming Dreams: You are free to have, be, do, anything you want.
What if reconnecting with your childhood dreams could transform your everyday life? Join us on a reflective journey by the water as we ponder the importance of dreaming big and the internal resistance that often holds us back. Over a contemplat...
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Season 2
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Episode 55
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37:15

Harnessing the Healing Power: The Mind-Body Connection and Cellular Consciousness
Can your mind heal your body? Join us as we unravel groundbreaking insights into the mind-body connection and its profound influence on health. Through captivating personal stories and cutting-edge science, we examine how acute and chronic illn...
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Season 2
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Episode 54
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39:16

Success Examined: Personal Fulfillment vs. Public Validation
What truly defines success? Is it the applause of others or the quiet satisfaction of personal achievements? On this episode of "Coffee with Hilary and Les," we embark on a contemplative journey to unravel the nuanced and deeply personal concep...
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Season 2
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Episode 53
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36:16

The Ladder to Empowerment: Transforming Negative Thoughts and Embracing Positive Change
Can your thoughts truly shape your reality? Discover how shifting your mindset from negative to positive can drastically improve your mood and overall well-being. Join us on Coffee with Hilary and Les as we explore the habitual nature of negati...
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Season 2
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Episode 52
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56:05

The Art of Self-Hypnosis: Reprogramming Your Subconscious
Ever wondered how much control you truly have over your mindset? Today, we uncover the secrets of self-hypnosis and reveal how this powerful tool can help you harness your own mind for meaningful change. By examining the principle that all hypn...
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Season 2
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Episode 51
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35:02

Aligning with Your Soul Path: Spiritual Growth and Self-Discovery through Hypnosis
Have you ever wondered if you're truly on the right path in life, or if there's a deeper spiritual journey meant for you? In this episode, we bring you to the peaceful shores of a lakeside retreat, where we explore the essence of our soul paths...
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Season 2
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Episode 50
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33:05

Redefining Anger: Insights and Practical Strategies
Ever wondered why anger seems to have so much control over our lives? Discover the profound insights behind anger and how to manage it effectively in our episode, as we explore anger and consider its emotional meaning." Join us on a serene July...
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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42:44
