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May 27, 2024 54 mins

In this episode of 'Reboot Your Life,' Cary Harrison welcomes renowned experts in neuroscience, hypnotherapy, and emotional intelligence. Dr. John McGrail, an experienced hypnotherapist, discusses his synthesis process which facilitates rapid and profound personal change. His approach combines hypnosis, meditation, and neuro-linguistic programming to help individuals overcome negative patterns and emotional blocks. Later, relationship expert Victoria Lowry emphasizes the importance of teaching emotional intelligence in schools to foster empathy and emotional skills. Her insights from her book co-authored with Jack Canfield highlight the pivotal role of emotions in personal and professional success. The show aims to empower individuals to transform their lives through understanding and upgrading their internal software.

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We had an enlightening conversation with Dr. John McGrail, a leading neuroscientist, hypnotherapist, success coach, and spirituality teacher. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. McGrail has developed a groundbreaking process called Synthesis, aimed at rapidly and profoundly transforming personal lives.

> "Synthesis is the act of taking disparate ingredients, putting them together in a special way to create a stronger whole." - Dr. John McGrail

A significant component of Synthesis involves leveraging hypnotherapy and meditation. Dr. McGrail explains that hypnotherapy is often misunderstood due to its portrayal in popular media. However, in reality, it is a powerful method for accessing and reprogramming the subconscious mind.

> "Hypnosis is simply a state of consciousness that we all naturally experience. Hypnotherapy uses this state intentionally to facilitate change." - Dr. John McGrail

Meditation complements hypnotherapy by helping to maintain these positive changes over time, thus offering both rapid and lasting benefits. An essential aspect of Synthesis is the empowerment of personal agency. Dr. McGrail elucidates that every thought, action, and emotion results from a choice, often made subconsciously. His method helps individuals recognize and reprogram these choices for better outcomes.

> "We help people say, 'My life is my responsibility. My outcomes are my responsibility. I'm going to take that responsibility and live it to the fullest.”

One memorable story involves a young law student who, despite being at the top of his class, failed to pass the bar exam twice because he harbored a deep-seated desire to become a chef, not a lawyer. With Dr. McGrail's help, he not only passed the bar but also mustered the courage to follow his true passion, eventually becoming a celebrity chef.

> "Most of us succumb to the expectations of others or society. But when you decide to live your life your way, you are a complete success."

How Quickly Can Synthesis Create Change?

One of the most striking revelations from our conversation is the speed and efficacy of the Synthesis process. Dr. McG

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