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The Power of Self-Hypnosis to Improve a Golfer's Focus with Dr. David Spiegel

Mar 5, 2024 · 48m 39s
The Power of Self-Hypnosis to Improve a Golfer's Focus with Dr. David Spiegel
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937: Dr. David Spiegel of Stanford University discusses the concept of self-hypnosis and its application to golf. He explains that all hypnosis is self-hypnosis and involves absorption, dissociation, and suggestibility....

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937: Dr. David Spiegel of Stanford University discusses the concept of self-hypnosis and its application to golf. He explains that all hypnosis is self-hypnosis and involves absorption, dissociation, and suggestibility. Self-hypnosis can help golfers achieve a state of flow and focus on the process rather than the outcome. Dr. Spiegel emphasizes the importance of body awareness and the connection between the golfer and the club. He also discusses the use of hypnosis for managing anxiety and doubt in golf. Dr. Spiegel shares insights on visualization, relaxation techniques, and the partnership between the golfer and their body. He concludes by discussing the development of the Reveri app for hypnosis. Dr. Spiegel discusses using hypnosis to manage pain and the concept of hypnotizability. The conversation concludes with an introduction to the Reverie app and its pricing options.
- Takeaways
  • All hypnosis is self-hypnosis, involving absorption, dissociation, and suggestibility.
  • Self-hypnosis can help golfers achieve a state of flow and focus on the process rather than the outcome.
  • Body awareness and the connection between the golfer and the club are crucial in golf.
  • Hypnosis can be used to manage anxiety and doubt in golf, allowing for better performance.
**Summary and Takeaways were AI generated from riverside.fm, our recording platform.

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