Best Meredith McCarthys Podcasts (2025)

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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail, And How Hypnotherapy Helps You Succeed 12:28

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Send us a text As we approach the end of the year, many people start thinking about New Year’s resolutions and fresh starts. But why do so many resolutions fall apart? And how can the mind be trained to support long-term success rather than sabotage it? In this week’s Talk Time, I explore how hypnotherapy can help you build the mindset of success —…

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Stop Imagining It — Start Creating It: How to Turn Vision Into Action 14:30

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Send us a text In this episode of Talk Time, Meredith McCarthy explores the powerful difference between imagining a better life and actually taking the steps to create it. As a clinical hypnotherapist with over 30 years of experience, Meredith unpacks why so many people begin each year full of hope and good intentions but fall into procrastination,…

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Meredith McCarthy shares the deeply personal story that shaped her life, her identity, and ultimately her calling as a clinical hypnotherapist. 19:20

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Send us a text Meredith opens up about discovering she was adopted at sixteen, the loss of her brother to childhood cancer, and the impact these events had on her sense of belonging, self-worth, and internal dialogue. She reflects on how grief, identity struggles, depression, and dyslexia shaped her early years — and how these experiences later bec…

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Changing Your Mindset: Why “I’m Not Good Enough” Is Old News 4:42

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Send us a text What if “I’m not good enough” is just an old story your mind forgot to update? In this episode, Meredith McCarthy explains how hypnotherapy helps you rewrite that script. In this Talk Time episode, clinical hypnotherapist Meredith McCarthy from Wellington, New Zealand, explores how hypnotherapy can help people break free from the dee…

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Unconscious Bias in Hypnotherapy | Why Curiosity is the Key to Ethical Practice 7:11

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy, founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH) and President of the New Zealand Association of Professional Hypnotherapists (NZAPH). In this episode, Meredith explores unconscious bias in clinical hypnotherapy — what it looks like in a client session, how it can quietl…

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Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy | NLP: Aiming for Excellence, Not Average 10:17

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Send us a text Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy | NLP: Aiming for Excellence, Not Average Hello and welcome! In today’s Talk Time, I dive into one of my favourite Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) concepts — modelling excellence. Have you ever noticed how some people just seem to excel effortlessly? It’s not luck — it’s strategy. NLP teaches us to…

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“Dealing with Extreme Stress | Finding Calm in Chaos” 11:07

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Send us a text Kia ora, I’m Meredith McCarthy, a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand. In this heartfelt episode, I open up about my recent experience caring for my elderly mother and how it reminded me of the importance of slowing down, accepting support, and finding calm in life’s most stressful moments. If you’ve ever had you…

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White-Light Relaxation: Deep Breathing Meditation for Inner Calm, Balance, and Restorative Sleep 23:44

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Pebbles in the Pond: A Deep Relaxation & Focus Meditation 23:39

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Send us a text Kia ora — I’m Meredith McCarthy. Welcome to NZACH Talk Time. This guided meditation helps your body relax deeply while training your mind to practise single-pointed focus. Using a gentle body-scan and the pebble-and-pond imagery, you’ll release tension, calm racing thoughts, and reconnect with the quiet wisdom inside you. What this p…

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Double Binds: Creating Freedom Through Choice | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 5:48

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Send us a text Welcome back to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy. I’m a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand, with over 30 years of experience, and every week I share practical insights into the art and science of clinical hypnotherapy. In today’s episode, we’re talking about double binds — a classic Ericksonian language pattern …

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The Yes Set & Agreement Frames: Leading the Mind Toward Change | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 8:48

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy. I’m a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand, with over 30 years of experience helping people unlock the power of the subconscious mind. In today’s episode, we explore two of the most powerful hypnotic language patterns: The Yes Set and Agreement Frames. These simple yet …

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Embedded Commands: Planting Seeds of Change | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 10:51

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Send us a text Welcome back to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – I’m a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand with over 30 years of experience. In this series, we’re exploring hypnotic language patterns that help bypass resistance and guide the subconscious mind toward healing and change. Today’s episode is all about embedded com…

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Presuppositions: The Language of Assumed Change | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 11:09

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – Clinical Hypnotherapist, educator, and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this episode, we explore the hypnotic power of presuppositions — subtle language patterns that bypass resistance and assume success is already happening. Instead of asking if cha…

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Metaphors That Heal: Storytelling for the Subconscious | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 22:49

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – Clinical Hypnotherapist, educator, and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this episode, we explore how metaphors and storytelling bypass resistance, speak directly to the subconscious, and create lasting transformation. From childhood fairy tales to th…

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The Milton Model in Hypnotherapy | Conversational Hypnosis & Language Patterns for Change 19:05

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – Clinical Hypnotherapist, educator, and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In today’s episode, we explore the Milton Model – the conversational hypnosis approach inspired by Dr. Milton Erickson that uses artfully vague language patterns to bypass resistanc…

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Episode 50: Kindness Is a Strategy, The Beekman 1802 Story 55:52

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When Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell left their high-powered New York City careers for a 19th-century farm in upstate New York, they didn’t set out to build a skincare empire. But after losing their jobs during the 2008 recession—and taking in a neighbor’s herd of goats—they discovered that frugality, creativity, and a deep commitment to kindne…

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Unlock the Power of Indirect Suggestion in Hypnotherapy 17:11

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Send us a text Unlock the Power of Indirect Suggestion in Hypnotherapy | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy Welcome to Talk Time. I’m Meredith McCarthy, a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand, and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this episode, we explore the subtle art of indirect suggestions…

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Direct Suggestions: When Clear is Powerful | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 13:38

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Send us a text Direct Suggestions: When Clear is Powerful | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy Episode 2 – Words That Change Minds Series In this episode of Talk Time, clinical hypnotherapist Meredith McCarthy explores one of the most effective tools in hypnotherapy — direct suggestion. Direct suggestions are clear, outcome-focused statements that sp…

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Episode 49: Values and what matters with Valerie Tiberius 46:43

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In this episode, we sit down with philosopher Valerie Tiberius to explore the surprisingly complex topic of values—how we develop them, how they change over time, and how to align them with our actions in a chaotic world. Valerie, a professor of philosophy at the University of Minnesota, shares insights from her decades of research and writing, off…

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Words That Change Minds – The Power of Hypnotic Language Episode 1 | Hypnotherapy Language Series with Meredith McCarthy 13:45

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Send us a text Words That Change Minds – The Power of Hypnotic Language Episode 1 | Hypnotherapy Language Series with Meredith McCarthy Have you ever thought about the power of words? In this first episode of our new series, clinical hypnotherapist Meredith McCarthy explores how language shapes emotion, behaviour, and transformation — especially wi…

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Struggling to Achieve Your Goals? How Hypnotherapy Can Unlock Your Success Mindset 25:10

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Send us a text Are you dreaming of something more but finding it hard to take action? Hi, I’m Meredith McCarthy, Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand. In this Talk Time episode, I explore how hypnotherapy can help you break through mindset barriers and move confidently toward your goals. Whether it's launching a business, buildi…

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How to Think Like a Hypnotherapist | Deep Dive with Dave Mason | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 42:45

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time, where we explore the powerful world of clinical hypnotherapy. In this episode, I’m joined by the wise and wonderfully insightful Dave Mason—an experienced hypnotherapist, metaphor specialist, and valued NZAPH member. 🎙️ In this deeply honest and thought-provoking conversation, we explore: What it really means to…

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Building Real Self-Esteem with Hypnotherapy 26:29

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Send us a text Welcome back to Talk Time! In this episode, I’m joined again by the wonderful Teresa Saunders, and we’re diving into one of the most important topics we see in clinic: self-esteem. Where does it come from? Why is it so fragile? And how can we help clients build it in a lasting, meaningful way? We explore the difference between confid…

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Episode 48: AI, algorithms and the battle for your mind with Simon McCarthy Jones 53:12

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What if the next frontier of human rights isn’t out in the streets but inside your own head? We talk with Dr. Simon McCarthy-Jones, Associate Professor of Psychology at Trinity College Dublin, about the modern fight for freedom of thought. Simon unpacks how everything from social media algorithms to brain-reading technologies are reshaping not just…

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Taming the Mind Monster: Everyday Strategies to Reduce Anxiety 24:59

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Send us a text “Talk Time: Working to Reduce Anxiety” Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in overthinking? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay there. In this Talk Time episode, I share powerful, practical tools you can start using today to calm your nervous system, retrain your mind, and create a daily ritual for inner peace. Hi, I’m M…

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Beyond the Trance: The Lasting Power of Post-Hypnotic Suggestion | NZACH Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy 24:16

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Send us a text Beyond the Trance: The Lasting Power of Post-Hypnotic Suggestion | NZACH Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy What really happens after a hypnotherapy session? In this episode of Talk Time, Clinical Hypnotherapist and NZACH Founder Meredith McCarthy dives into one of the most powerful tools in the hypnotherapist’s toolbox: post-hypnotic …

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Episode 47: The last human jobs with Allison Pugh 46:00

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What happens when the work that makes us most human—caring, listening, connecting—is increasingly outsourced, automated, or pushed to the margins? As AI enters every aspect of our lives, it’s ever more imperative to answer the question, “what does it mean to be human?” Sociologist Allison Pugh has been thinking deeply about that question. In her ne…

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What’s It Really Like to Be a Clinical Hypnotherapist? 17:12

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Talk Time, I (Meredith McCarthy) reflect on my 30+ year journey as a clinical hypnotherapist – the highlights, the challenges, and the deep sense of purpose this work brings. Whether you’re thinking about training to become a hypnotherapist, exploring new career pathways, or just curious about what happen…

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Understanding Regression in Hypnotherapy: Healing the Inner Child & Accessing Root Causes 21:00

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy—your space for deep and meaningful conversations about clinical hypnotherapy. In today’s episode, we explore the powerful and transformative process of regression therapy. What is regression in hypnotherapy? How does it work? And why is it so effective in healing childhood wounds, uncoverin…

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Episode 46: Liz O'Donnell on caring for elderly parents 50:28

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We don’t talk enough about caregiving. Especially the kind that unfolds quietly while juggling jobs, parenting, and the slow, disorienting decline of aging parents. But Liz O’Donnell is changing that. In this deeply moving episode, Liz—founder of Working Daughter and author of the book by the same name—shares her story of navigating career ambition…

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Quitting Vaping or Smoking for Good | Hypnotherapy Tools That Actually Work 13:35

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Send us a text Are you ready to quit smoking or vaping — for good? Whether you're stuck in the cycle of nicotine addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode of Talk Time is packed with powerful mindset strategies to help you break free. I’m Meredith McCarthy, Clinical Hypnotherapist and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnot…

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How I Quit 40 Cigarettes a Day — The Hypnotherapy Breakthrough That Changed My Life 10:36

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with me, Meredith McCarthy – Clinical Hypnotherapist and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this special episode for World Smoke Free Day (31 May), I share my personal journey of how I quit smoking 40 cigarettes a day and stayed smoke-free for decades. As a clinical hypnothera…

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Addiction recovery hypnotherapy Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – World Smoke Free Day Special 53:53

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Send us a text First of all, I think I’m a bit of a hypno-geek at heart. I live, breathe, and speak hypnosis all the time. Honestly, my kids and my husband probably think there’s something wrong with me! But the truth is, this work lights me up. After more than 30 years, I still love driving to work just as much as I did on my very first day. In th…

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Episode 45: The art of noticing with Rob Walker 48:00

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Noticing the details in life is eminently satisfying, yet surprisingly hard to do. Bird migration patterns, the moon phase, the details of a rearranged room all go unnoticed by most of us because our attention is fragmented. When the pandemic hit the pause button on life, many of us realized just how much we were missing everyday. Our attention is …

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Mindfulness and Hypnosis: A Powerful Partnership for Transformation | with Meredith McCarthy 14:12

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Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time. I’m Meredith McCarthy, a clinical hypnotherapist and trainer of clinical hypnotherapy at NZACH – the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy. In this episode, we explore the powerful partnership between mindfulness and hypnosis, and how they work hand-in-hand to support emotional healing, reduce stress, and…

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Episode 44: Rethinking cancer fears with David Ropeik 53:40

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Few health risks conjure deeply held fears as effectively as cancer. Most of us have someone close to us who has been taken by the disease, but risk communications expert David Ropeik wants us to reconsider the scope of our fears. Drawing on decades of research and his new book, Curing Cancerphobia, David unpacks why cancer—now a treatable or chron…

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Unlock the Power of Your Mind | Mindset, Beliefs, and Hypnotherapy 16:08

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Send us a text In today’s Talk Time, Meredith McCarthy explores the incredible power of mindset and how our inner story shapes our emotions, behaviours, and life outcomes. 🌟 Learn how thoughts have energy, how beliefs can be changed, and how hypnotherapy helps clients shift from feeling stuck to stepping into their most empowered self. ✨ Topics cov…

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What It’s Really Like to Learn Clinical Hypnotherapy | With Meredith McCarthy 15:03

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Send us a text Are you curious about what it takes to become a clinical hypnotherapist? In this Talk Time episode, I share the real journey — the excitement, the challenges, and the deeply rewarding experiences that come with learning this incredible skill. I’m Meredith McCarthy, a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand, and the f…

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Episode 43: Family estrangement with Dr Karl Pillemer 54:03

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Family estrangement is a silent epidemic affecting millions, yet it's rarely discussed openly. In this episode of Reconsidering, we sit down with Dr. Karl Pillemer, a leading sociologist and gerontologist, to explore the complexities of fractured family relationships. Drawing from his extensive research, including the Cornell Family Reconciliation …

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Menopause & Sleep Struggles | Hypnotherapy Support for Better Rest During Hormonal Changes 16:34

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Send us a text Welcome to this special Talk Time episode where Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders explore why women going through menopause often struggle with sleep — and what can actually help. From hot flushes and hormonal shifts to waking at 3am and not being able to drift back to sleep, menopause can deeply affect your sleep quality and ove…

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How to Calm Your Mind for Sleep | Hypnotherapy Tools, Breathing Techniques & Sleep Anchors 10:58

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Send us a text Are racing thoughts keeping you up at night? In this episode of Talk Time, clinical hypnotherapists Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders share powerful, evidence-based hypnotherapy tools for sleep to help you quiet the mind, relax the body, and create lasting bedtime rituals for deep, restful sleep. 🌙 In this video, you'll learn: Ho…

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Episode 42: Matt Abrahams on mastering impromptu speaking 1:05:28

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In this episode of Reconsidering, we sit down with Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in communication and a lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Matt shares insights from his latest book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot, offering practical strategies to enhance spontaneous speaking skills…

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Struggling with Sleep? Discover How Hypnotherapy Can Help You Reclaim Restful Nights 16:21

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Send us a text Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy Are you lying awake at night with a busy mind, unable to switch off? You’re not alone—and in this Talk Time episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most common issues people seek help for: sleep problems. Join clinical hypnotherapists Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders as they explore why sleep …

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🔥 The Mandela Effect, Collective Consciousness & Breaking the Trance 🔥 29:17

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Send us a text Are we living in a collective illusion? Is reality shifting, or is it simply a trick of memory? In this episode of Talk Time, Meredith McCarthy and fellow hypnotherapist Teresa Saunders dive deep into: ✨ The Mandela Effect – Why do so many people remember events differently? ✨ Collective Consciousness – How shared beliefs shape our p…

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Why Do Some Things Trigger You More Than Others? | Understanding Emotional Triggers & Hypnotherapy 27:48

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Send us a text 🔔 Subscribe & hit the bell for more insights on hypnotherapy, personal growth, and mastering your mind: https://youtube.com/@nzach-hypnotherapy-insights?si=YDng85-HU1qlhVl6 💡 Ever had a strong emotional reaction that felt out of proportion to the situation? You're not alone! In this episode of Talk Time, we dive into emotional trigge…

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How Grief Affects Us & How Hypnotherapy Can Help | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy & Teresa Saunders 30:52

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Send us a text Grief is a profound and deeply personal experience that affects every area of our lives. In this episode of Talk Time, Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders explore the many forms of grief—whether it’s losing a loved one, the end of a relationship, job loss, or even attachment to places and memories. 💬 What You’ll Learn in This Episo…

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How Your Subconscious Mind Controls Your Emotions 21:00

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Send us a text NZACH Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy & Teresa Saunders Have you ever reacted emotionally and had no idea why? Your subconscious mind may be running the show! In this episode of NZACH Talk Time, clinical hypnotherapist Meredith McCarthy and guest Teresa Saunders dive deep into the fascinating world of the subconscious mind and emoti…

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Why Do We Feel? Understanding the Purpose of Emotions | NZACH Talk Time 24:17

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Send us a text 🎙 Why Do We Feel? Understanding the Purpose of Emotions | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy & Teresa Saunders 🔍 Ever wondered why we experience emotions like joy, fear, anger, or sadness? In this episode of Talk Time, we dive deep into the purpose of emotions—how they shape our behaviour, influence our subconscious, and even impact ou…

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The Power of Visualisation & Frequency: Unlock Your Mind’s Hidden Potential 22:56

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Send us a text In hypnotherapy, we often use visualisation to help clients manifest change. But what if the frequency of a thought paired with vivid imagery could intensify its impact? 🤔 Join Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders in this Talk Time episode as they explore how thoughts, emotions, and even sound frequencies shape our subconscious mind…

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Can Places Hold Energy? How Hypnosis Can Shift Vibrations! 20:17

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Send us a text ✨ Have you ever walked into a place and felt something—an unexplained heaviness or a strange sense of peace? Could emotions and thoughts leave behind energetic imprints in our environment? 🌎💫 In this fascinating episode of Talk Time, Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders dive into the science and spirituality behind energy imprints, …